COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KOAA) — A sinkhole had closed a portion of Montbello Drive West on Tuesday evening, according to the Colorado Springs Fire Department (CSFD).
As of Wednesday, the road has reopened, and water service has been restored, according to Colorado Springs Utilities.
#ColoradoSpringsFire Hazmat 14 is on scene of a sinkhole in the road on Montebello Dr West. CSU is now on scene and the road will be closed between Fiesta Lane and Descanso Circle East. Please avoid the area. pic.twitter.com/yZaBEh2dmg
— Colorado Springs Fire Department (@CSFDPIO) June 23, 2026
CSFD says the closure along Montbello Drive West was between Fiesta Lane and Descanso Circle East, which is located west of North Union Boulevard.
According to Colorado Springs Utilities (CSU) the sinkhole was caused by a water main break. They say services for some people who live in the area will be affected.
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