We are working to improve water service on North Academy Boulevard. Multiple isolation valves on large diameter water pipelines along the boulevard and nearby areas are being installed. These valves allow us to safely isolate the water distribution system to improve operational reliability.
The project is broken into three construction phases that will be conducted between 2023-2025. Phases 1 and 2 of the project are complete.
We appreciate everyone's patience and understanding while we work to improve water service in this area. If you have questions about the project, contact us at engage@csu.org or call (719) 668-7765.
Phase 3: Jan. - July 2025
On Jan. 6, 2025, we will begin the final phase of this project, to replace a water vault underneath Academy Blvd., near its intersection with Meadowland Blvd. The water vault being replaced was originally installed in the 1960s. The new vault will improve the reliability of water service in the area, and allow us to better identify leaks on our water main.
Over the past few years, we have installed multiple valves on our large water main underneath Academy Blvd., allowing this vault work to be performed without impacting the water service of any customers.
Jan. 6-22, 2025
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The left-hand lanes of both north and southbound Academy Blvd. between Flintridge Dr. and Meadowland Blvd. will be closed.
Jan. 23, 2025 – July 2025
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Academy Blvd., between Flintridge Dr. and Meadowland Blvd., will be reduced to one lane southbound and two lanes northbound. Traffic will shift to the northbound side of the road, with many turns in the area affected.
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These traffic impacts will be in place from Jan. 20, 2025, to July 2025, weather permitting, to replace the water vault.
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No planned impact to customers’ water service is expected.
We recognize that this project will significantly impact motorists in the area. Those traveling through this corridor are asked to drive carefully and slowly for their safety and the safety of the crews on site.
Thank you for your patience as we complete this crucial and final phase of the water project on Academy Blvd., which will enhance the reliability of the water system in this area for years to come.
Completed phases
Phase 1: April 24-May 19, 2023 (Complete)
Water valves beneath Academy Boulevard at the Maizeland Road and North Carefree Circle intersections were successfully replaced.
Phase 2: April-May 2024 (Complete)
The phase enhanced water service reliability by installing multiple isolation valves on large-diameter water mains near the North Academy Boulevard and Austin Bluffs Parkway intersection. These valves will reduce the number of people affected when the water main is emptied for repairs or maintenance. In addition, they will help provide uninterrupted water service to customers during the final phase of system improvements on Academy Boulevard.
