UPDATE
According to our crew on scene Wednesday morning, as of 5:30 a.m., all lanes of Union Boulevard have reopened between Montebello Road and Academy Boulevard following water main repairs.
ORIGINAL COVERAGE
Colorado Springs Utilities says that a water main break has forced the closure of all three southbound lanes of North Union Boulevard between Montebello Drive and Academy Boulevard.
The closure is expected to last several hours and possibly through the day on Wednesday. Crews hope to have repairs on the water main completed by this evening, according to the utility company.
With lanes expected to partially reopen tomorrow, full reopening will be weather-dependent due to the repaving conditions needing to be 40 degrees or higher.
🚧Traffic alert: All three southbound lanes of Union Boulevard, between Montebello Drive and Academy Boulevard are closed for repairs to a large water main.
— Colorado Springs Utilities (@CSUtilities) December 9, 2025
We appreciate your patience and cooperation as crews work to safely make repairs and ensure reliable service. pic.twitter.com/dWXSCXGmqR
Detours have been put in place, and drivers should expect crews and machinery in the area. Access to nearby businesses will remain open during the fix.
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