Colorado Department of Transportation.
government agency in Colorado, United States
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What's happening
Active this week
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CAIC is collaborating with CDOT to ensure driver safety using a Snowpacker model developed in Switzerland.Some support1 report
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CDOT coordinated resources and managed the affected I-70 corridor, involving Glenwood Springs and Grand Junction.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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CDOT recommended delaying the I-70 Glenwood Canyon project amid increased traffic caused by an airport closure.Some support4 reports
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CDOT repaired a damaged fence in Bessemer on October 14, 2026.Some support1 report
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Breckenridge is utilizing technology tracked by the Colorado Department of Transportation, related to Aspen Mountain.Some support1 report
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Colorado permits fuel trucks to carry increased amounts of fuel via a new order.Some support1 report
Earlier this month
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CDOT is managing road projects near Colorado Springs and assessing the impact on I-25 in the Denver area.Some support1 report
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CDOT prioritized road safety efforts in Region 4, impacting Boulder County.Some support1 report
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Summit County is hosting various tourist operations while the Colorado Department of Transportation issues advisories on seasonal peaks.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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CDOT issued repair findings for a bridge in Logan County, and the county approved a proposal for fairgrounds upgrade.Some support1 report
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Denver manages infrastructure projects within the city.Some support1 report
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CDOT is planning a transportation project in the Arvada/Golden area, while a resident raised a cemetery issue during a hearing.Some support1 report
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Colorado Department of Transportation issued reports on consumer product safety standards.Some support4 reports
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The Colorado Department of Transportation managed the recovery efforts following the Grizzly Fire aftermath on the I-70 Mountain Corridor.Some support2 reports
One to three months ago
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CDOT reviewed traffic increases in Loveland and mandated safety improvements near the Big Thompson River.Some support1 report
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A proposed passenger rail service is being planned between Denver and Fort Collins, with RTD partnering with the state agency, CDOT.Well supported4 reports2 developments inside
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CDOT committed $332 million in public funding for the Front Range Passenger Rail project.Some support1 report
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The Colorado Department of Transportation is conducting the I-270 widening project utilizing federal aid.Some support1 report
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State patrol enforces winter driving rules in Colorado.Some support5 reports
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Grant funding has enabled the completion of sidewalks in Bayfield, involving the Colorado Department of Transportation.Some support1 report
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Coordinating traffic management on Guanella Pass.Some support2 reports
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The Colorado Department of Transportation manages state infrastructure projects, noting that high crash costs exceed $10 billion annually.Some support2 reports2 developments inside
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CDOT issues reports regarding the impacts of deicer on infrastructure within the state of Colorado.Some support1 report
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CDOT crews rebuilt a bridge in Beulah, and Governor Polis recognized the efforts of the department's staff.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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Road closures in Beulah are being managed by the state transportation agency, the Colorado Department of Transportation.Some support1 report
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Erosion in Fountain Creek threatened local infrastructure, leading to road closures and the City Council approving a $450,000 repaving project.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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Colorado Department of Transportation and Regional Transportation District are involved in the East Colfax bus rapid transit project.Some support1 report
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Coordinated emergency response to debris flows involving the National Weather Service and Colorado Department of Transportation.Some support1 report
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CDOT is managing infrastructure, partnering with NOAA for emergency response, and using YouTube for recovery documentation.Some support1 report
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CDOT is managing road closures in Garfield County as part of a response to infrastructure failure.Some support1 report1 development inside
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CDOT is using towers along the I-70 corridor in the Breckenridge area.Some support1 report
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A road closure was reported between the towns of Ouray and Silverton, with the Colorado Department of Transportation managing the segment.Some support2 reports
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A highway corridor in Ouray County is closed following debris washed down Cutler Creek.Some support1 report
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A fire near Thornton caused road closures in the north Denver metro area, involving the Colorado Department of Transportation.Some support1 report
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A joint effort involving the Colorado Department of Transportation and Colorado State University launched a weather balloon.Some support1 report
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CDOT is monitoring traffic on the I-70 corridor, which runs through high country and connects to Denver, in the state of Colorado.Well supported11 reports2 developments inside
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Agency manages response to infrastructure failure in Garfield County.Some support2 reports2 developments inside
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CDOT reports lane closures and traffic reroutes between Glenwood Springs and Rifle.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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A mudslide shut down I-70 near Glenwood Springs on July 21, 2026.Well supported3 reports
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The Colorado Department of Transportation is managing the shutdown of I-70 due to severe flooding in the Grand Junction area.Some support3 reports
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CDOT is conducting road work on Red Mountain Pass near Silverton.Some support1 report
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Agencies coordinate during emergency response in Mesa County following a disaster declaration.Some support1 report
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A wildfire investigation is underway in Pueblo County, involving state agencies, after the fire damaged a century-old bridge.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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CDT issues protocols for fire zone travel in Colorado.Some support1 report
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CDOT is building wildlife crossings in Colorado, with coordination involving Douglas County.Some support1 report
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Fire activity near Colorado City has caused temporary road closures.Some support9 reports
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CDOT is managing construction work on I-70 near Vail.Some support1 report
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CDOT presented to Pitkin County regarding regional projects on May 27, 2026. Jason Smith was present as the director for CDOT Region Three.Some support2 reports
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What's reaching Colorado Department of Transportation
Events traced to Colorado Department of Transportation, step by step, newest first- How could Aspen One's clean energy lift project affect the Colorado Department of Transportation?CDOT oversight may be required for Snowmass Mountain's battery-backed chairliftPossible
- How could Colorado's declaration for wildfire and flood repairs affect the Colorado Department of Transportation?CDOT may face increased repair and coordination demands following state disaster declarationPossible
- How will Aspen's infrastructure planning for the Lumberyard affect the Colorado Department of Transportation?City coordination on Entrance to Aspen infrastructure will involve Colorado Department of TransportationReported
Explainers that pass through Colorado Department of Transportation
Colorado Department of Transportation is a step on the way to someone elseAround Colorado Department of Transportation this week
News at the entities that move Colorado Department of Transportation most-
Jason Smith StructuralJason Smith chaired a committee in Congress on July 24, 2026.Moves Colorado Department of Transportation
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Colorado StructuralThe Colorado Department of Labor and Employment tracks job loss and recovery data in the state.Moves Colorado Department of Transportation
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Jared Polis OperationalPolis commuted Peters' sentence, and she subsequently advocated for a manual paper ballot recount.Moves Colorado Department of Transportation
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Denver OperationalSterling contracted Contour Energy from Milan while KKB & Company funded a Denver project, highlighting local energy development vs financial centers.Moves Colorado Department of Transportation
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Fountain StructuralSettlements were reached regarding PFAS exposure involving DuPont and Fountain.Moves Colorado Department of Transportation
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Federal Highway Administration TransactionalFHWA reported on the results of a state project involving the Washington State Department of Transportation.Moves Colorado Department of Transportation
Connections
The 40 strongest of 58, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Jason Smith Structural
Jason Smith holds the formal, appointed position of Director for CDOT Region Three, establishing a clear employment hierarchy.
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Colorado Structural
CDOT functions as a state government agency responsible for managing infrastructure and regulating safety within the jurisdiction of Colorado.
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Shoshana Lew Structural
Shoshana Lew serves as the Executive Director for the Colorado Department of Transportation.
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Jared Polis Operational
Governor Polis actively directs and recognizes the operational efforts of the Colorado Department of Transportation.
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Grand Junction Operational
CDOT actively manages and clears debris from the I-70 corridor within the Grand Junction area due to severe flooding.
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Denver Operational
CDOT actively manages and funds infrastructure projects that directly impact urban traffic and transportation within Denver.
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Aspen Structural
Aspen's projects are subject to the regulatory oversight and operational decisions of the Colorado Department of Transportation.
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Fountain Structural
one depends on the other
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Glenwood Springs Operational
CDOT manages critical infrastructure, including I-70, whose operational status directly impacts the community of Glenwood Springs.
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Colorado Boulevard Operational
A is the managing body responsible for the operational execution of the bus rapid transit project involving B.
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Ouray County Operational
CDOT and Ouray County coordinate on managing and closing mountain pass routes in response to severe weather events.
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Colorado Avalanche Information Center Operational
CAIC and CDOT actively collaborate on safety initiatives to keep drivers safe.
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National Weather Service Operational
The two agencies actively coordinate responses regarding severe weather events and emergency situations.
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Ouray Structural
The Colorado Department of Transportation holds the formal responsibility for managing the road segments that pass through the municipality of Ouray.
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Thornton Operational
CDOT's operational area is impacted by events, such as fires, occurring in or near the location of Thornton.
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Clear Creek County Operational
The two entities collaborate on the shared function of coordinating traffic management within the operational area of Guanella Pass.
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Colorado City Structural
The town's operational status is functionally dependent on the infrastructure management and decisions of the state transportation agency, which is impacted by external events like fires.
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Mesa County Operational
The two entities coordinate functionally during emergency response events.
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Glenwood Transactional
Glenwood provides necessary equipment and services to support CDOT's cleanup operations.
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Pitkin County Operational
they act on each other directly
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Douglas County Structural
A functional working relationship exists where Douglas County coordinators collaborate with the Colorado Department of Transportation on various projects.
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Regional Transportation District Operational
RTD and CDOT are actively partnered on infrastructure projects, including a rail project and the East Colfax bus rapid transit initiative.
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Breckenridge Shared context
CDOT operates infrastructure and tracks technology along the I-70 corridor, which encompasses the location of Breckenridge.
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Bayfield Transactional
CDOT provided grant funding that enabled the completion of sidewalks in Bayfield.
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National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Operational
CDOT and NOAA formally partner to coordinate emergency response efforts.
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Beulah Operational
CDOT performs infrastructure maintenance, including bridge rebuilds and road closures, within the locality of Beulah.
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YouTube Shared context
CDOT utilizes YouTube as a platform to stream recovery documentaries, leveraging its reach for public service announcements.
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Summit County Operational
CDOT issues advisories on seasonal peaks relevant to the operational environment of Summit County.
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Eagle County Regional Airport Operational
CDOT actively manages traffic shifts directed toward the Eagle County Regional Airport.
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Garfield County Shared context
CDOT operates and manages transportation infrastructure and responds to incidents within the jurisdictional context of Garfield County.
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Logan County Structural
CDOT issues repair findings for bridges within Logan County, indicating regulatory oversight of local infrastructure.
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Pueblo County Shared context
CDOT manages infrastructure assets and responds to events within the jurisdiction of Pueblo County.
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Cañon City Structural
The Colorado Department of Transportation manages and distributes TAP funding relevant to Cañon City.
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Vail Shared context
CDOT manages infrastructure construction on I-70 in the vicinity of Vail.
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Southwest Colorado Shared context
CDOT operates within the geographic boundaries of Southwest Colorado, affecting regional infrastructure.
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Federal Highway Administration Transactional
CDOT is conducting an I-270 widening project utilizing financial aid provided by the Federal Highway Administration.
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Big Thompson River Shared context
CDOT conducts safety reviews and improvements in proximity to the Big Thompson River.
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Greeley Shared context
The relationship is inferred to be positional, based on shared geographic context (Colorado) and the fact that a top neighbor of Greeley is a councilman.
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Golden Shared context
The state transportation agency operates within the geographic and regulatory context of the city of Golden, as evidenced by project hearings.
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Boulder County Shared context
CDOT operates within regions that include Boulder County, focusing on road safety initiatives.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
9 events- CAIC is collaborating with CDOT to ensure driver safety using a Snowpacker model developed in Switzerland.
- CDOT recommended delaying the I-70 Glenwood Canyon project amid increased traffic caused by an airport closure.
- CDOT repaired a damaged fence in Bessemer on October 14, 2026.
- Breckenridge is utilizing technology tracked by the Colorado Department of Transportation, related to Aspen Mountain.
- Colorado permits fuel trucks to carry increased amounts of fuel via a new order.
- CDOT is managing road projects near Colorado Springs and assessing the impact on I-25 in the Denver area.
- CDOT prioritized road safety efforts in Region 4, impacting Boulder County.
- CDOT issued repair findings for a bridge in Logan County, and the county approved a proposal for fairgrounds upgrade.
- Denver manages infrastructure projects within the city.
September 2026
11 events- Summit County is hosting various tourist operations while the Colorado Department of Transportation issues advisories on seasonal peaks.
- CDOT is planning a transportation project in the Arvada/Golden area, while a resident raised a cemetery issue during a hearing.
- Colorado Department of Transportation issued reports on consumer product safety standards.
- The Colorado Department of Transportation managed the recovery efforts following the Grizzly Fire aftermath on the I-70 Mountain Corridor.
- CDOT reviewed traffic increases in Loveland and mandated safety improvements near the Big Thompson River.
- CDOT committed $332 million in public funding for the Front Range Passenger Rail project.
- The Colorado Department of Transportation is conducting the I-270 widening project utilizing federal aid.
- State patrol enforces winter driving rules in Colorado.
- Grant funding has enabled the completion of sidewalks in Bayfield, involving the Colorado Department of Transportation.
- Coordinating traffic management on Guanella Pass.
- CDOT issues reports regarding the impacts of deicer on infrastructure within the state of Colorado.
August 2026
5 events- Road closures in Beulah are being managed by the state transportation agency, the Colorado Department of Transportation.
- Colorado Department of Transportation and Regional Transportation District are involved in the East Colfax bus rapid transit project.
- Coordinated emergency response to debris flows involving the National Weather Service and Colorado Department of Transportation.
- CDOT is managing infrastructure, partnering with NOAA for emergency response, and using YouTube for recovery documentation.
- CDOT is using towers along the I-70 corridor in the Breckenridge area.
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July 2026
17 events- CDOT coordinated resources and managed the affected I-70 corridor, involving Glenwood Springs and Grand Junction.
- A proposed passenger rail service is being planned between Denver and Fort Collins, with RTD partnering with the state agency, CDOT.
- The Colorado Department of Transportation manages state infrastructure projects, noting that high crash costs exceed $10 billion annually.
- CDOT crews rebuilt a bridge in Beulah, and Governor Polis recognized the efforts of the department's staff.
- CDOT is managing road closures in Garfield County as part of a response to infrastructure failure.
- A road closure was reported between the towns of Ouray and Silverton, with the Colorado Department of Transportation managing the segment.
- A highway corridor in Ouray County is closed following debris washed down Cutler Creek.
- A fire near Thornton caused road closures in the north Denver metro area, involving the Colorado Department of Transportation.
- A joint effort involving the Colorado Department of Transportation and Colorado State University launched a weather balloon.
- CDOT is monitoring traffic on the I-70 corridor, which runs through high country and connects to Denver, in the state of Colorado.
- Agency manages response to infrastructure failure in Garfield County.
- A mudslide shut down I-70 near Glenwood Springs on July 21, 2026.
- The Colorado Department of Transportation is managing the shutdown of I-70 due to severe flooding in the Grand Junction area.
- CDOT is conducting road work on Red Mountain Pass near Silverton.
- Agencies coordinate during emergency response in Mesa County following a disaster declaration.
- A wildfire investigation is underway in Pueblo County, involving state agencies, after the fire damaged a century-old bridge.
- CDT issues protocols for fire zone travel in Colorado.
June 2026
6 events- Erosion in Fountain Creek threatened local infrastructure, leading to road closures and the City Council approving a $450,000 repaving project.
- CDOT reports lane closures and traffic reroutes between Glenwood Springs and Rifle.
- CDOT is building wildlife crossings in Colorado, with coordination involving Douglas County.
- Fire activity near Colorado City has caused temporary road closures.
- CDOT is managing construction work on I-70 near Vail.
- CDOT presented to Pitkin County regarding regional projects on May 27, 2026. Jason Smith was present as the director for CDOT Region Three.