Best route from Grand Junction, CO to Cortez, CO?

Colorado DOT has announced the closure of Hwy 555 south of Ouray for the month of June with a daily opening of one hour, for a major road/rock slide abatement project. Both Ouray and Silverton have sent protest to the DOT, about their time selection for the project. So check on the DOT web site for any changes in the month of June being the chosen closure time.