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Colorado Springs – There will be an overnight north- and southbound South Academy Boulevard lane reduction to one thru lane for each direction between Fountain Creek and Bradley Road on Wednesday, Dec. 17, 7 p.m. to 4:30 a.m. to allow crews to apply sealant to bridge expansion joints. Plan for minor delays. In case of weather impacts, a contingency night has been scheduled for Thursday, Dec. 18.

There will be various north- and southbound South Academy Boulevard lane closures on Monday, Dec. 15 through Friday, Dec. 19, 7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. between Venetucci Boulevard and Milton Proby Parkway to allow crews to install signage and perform remaining roadway, traffic signal and lighting work. Two lanes of traffic will be maintained in both directions. Drivers should obey posted speed limits, maintain safe following distances, and stay alert for crews and equipment in the work zone.

Traffic Impacts

South Academy Boulevard Widening Project

• Overnight north- and southbound South Academy Boulevard lane reduction to one thru lane between Fountain Creek and Bradley Road on Wednesday, Dec. 17, 7 p.m. to 4:30 a.m.
• Overnight north- and southbound South Academy Boulevard lane reduction to one thru lane between Fountain Creek and Bradley Road on Thursday, Dec. 18, 7 p.m. to 4:30 a.m. (contingency)
• Various lane closures of north- and southbound South Academy Boulevard between Venetucci Boulevard and Milton Proby Parkway on Monday, Dec. 15 through Friday, Dec. 19, 7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Two lanes of traffic will be maintained. Pay attention to signage

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Project Overview

South Academy Boulevard Widening Project
The improvements to South Academy Boulevard in this project are located on South Academy Boulevard at the southern mile and a half of this arterial road from the I-25 interchange, crossing US 85/87, and continuing to the road’s approach to Milton E. Proby Parkway (which connects to Powers Boulevard/CO 21). Construction focuses on widening an approximately 1.5-mile section of South Academy Boulevard from two lanes to three in each direction to alleviate recurring congestion. The project includes improved drainage facilities, lighting, striping, and expanded shoulders, modified merge lanes, sound walls and bridgework. The project is expected to be complete by early 2026. This project is managed by El Paso County.

Safety Benefits

CDOT conducted a safety assessment for the corridor to evaluate the magnitude and nature of safety problems and analyze the causes of crashes. These transportation improvements are mitigation measures to reduce crashes, improve infrastructure, and address physical deficiencies that contribute to crashes in the corridor. Over the next 20 years, the project is estimated to result in fewer deaths, injuries and crashes on the four MAMSIP corridors.

Project Information

For additional information about this project:

About the Military Access, Mobility & Safety Improvement Program Build Grant

Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) has initiated a program to deliver more efficient and safer mobility along I-25, Colorado Highway 94, South Academy Boulevard, and Charter Oak Ranch Road, enabling economic stability and development. The Military Access, Mobility & Safety Improvement Program is partially funded through an $18 million BUILD grant award from the US Department of Transportation. The delivery of these improvements will strengthen and enhance the redundancy of strategic movement between the nationally significant El Paso County military installations of Fort Carson, Peterson Space Force Base, Cheyenne Mountain Space Force Station, and Schriever Space Force Base.

Know Before You Go

Travelers are urged to “know before you go.” Gather information about weather forecasts and anticipated travel impacts and current road conditions prior to hitting the road. CDOT resources include:

Remember: Slow For The Cone Zone

The following tips are to help you stay safe while traveling through maintenance and construction work zones.

• Do not speed in work zones. Obey the posted speed limits.
• Stay Alert! Expect the unexpected.
• Watch for workers. Drive with caution.
• Don’t change lanes unnecessarily.
• Avoid using mobile devices such as phones while driving in work zones.
• Turn on headlights so that workers and other drivers can see you.
• Be especially alert at night while driving in work zones.
• Expect delays, especially during peak travel times.
• Allow ample space between you and the car in front of you.
• Anticipate lane shifts and merge when directed to do so.
• Be patient!

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