COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) — Reliving the same day is the theme of the movie Groundhog Day, and many drivers may feel the same way this week.
For the second time in 18 months, utility work will restrict traffic on a 2/3-mile stretch of Austin Bluffs Parkway between Goldenrod Drive and the exit ramp to Union Boulevard.
Starting Monday, two of the three westbound lanes will close until Feb. 19 so that crews can relocate underground electric lines.
Drivers should be aware of increased traffic congestion and occasional backups, and consider detouring around the area if possible.
It’s part of an ongoing project by Colorado Springs Utilities (CSU) to build the new Central Bluffs power substation on the north side of the Austin Bluffs/Goldenrod intersection…