Driving US 550 above Ouray, CO
For those who are wanting to know what it's like to drive US 550, check at the street view at this point: 37.975590, -107.657809 in Google Earth or Google Maps. Try this link. Semi coming downhill, ...
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Speaking as a "flatlander" I did Hwy 550 from Durango north to Ouray a couple of years ago. After fueling up in Durango I decided that I'd probably never get the chance to drive this beautiful route again so I did it. It was interesting feeling to have about 5 tons of 5th wheeler pushing me down the grades. My brakes got a little warm between Silverton & Ouray, but it was worth the ride. My wife only closed her eyes a few times. :E
