Is Sherman Summit open?

No closure is reported on I-80 at Sherman Summit at the moment.

Do I need chains on Sherman Summit?

No chain control is reported right now. Carry chains from November to April all the same: controls go up within minutes when snow starts.

Sherman Summit

I-80 over the Laramie Range between Cheyenne and Laramie, the highest point on I-80. Wind closures for light, high-profile vehicles are common here and west of Laramie to Elk Mountain and Arlington. Summit 8,640 ft, Wyoming.

Sherman Summit

Elev 8640 ft

I-80 over Sherman Summit: no chain controls or closures reported

As of 4:41 PM MDT, within 45 miles of the summit. The official word is WYDOT road report (wyoroad.info).

On I-80 near the pass now 0

Nothing reported on I-80 within 45 miles of Sherman Summit.

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Questions

Is Sherman Summit open?: No closure is reported on I-80 at Sherman Summit at the moment.
Do I need chains on Sherman Summit?: No chain control is reported right now. Carry chains from November to April all the same: controls go up within minutes when snow starts.
What do R1, R2 and R3 mean?: R1: chains or snow tires required. R2: chains required, except 4wd/awd with snow tires. R3: chains required on all vehicles.

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