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Mesa Avenue is closed for wastewater line repairs until Friday night says Colorado Springs Utilities

Mesa Avenue Closure
Colorado Springs Utilities
Colorado Springs Utilities says that Mesa Avenue will be closed until Monday after a waterline break.
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COLORADO SPRINGS — Heads up for those who frequently travel along Mesa Avenue on the Southwest side of Colorado Springs.

Colorado Springs Utilities says a wastewater line break has caused emergency repairs to be needed along Mesa Avenue between Lake Circle and Cresta Road.

The closure is expected to last until Friday night. Seek alternate routes should you need them.

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