Heads up, commuters and weekend warriors, the latest on the South Academy Boulevard scene is a mixed bag of shifts and lifts that’ll put your detour game to the test. Starting Friday, May 2, at 7 p.m., through the wee hours of Saturday at 4:30 a.m., southbound traffic on South Academy Boulevard is taking a nap between Bradley Road and US Highway 85/87, with crews shifting barriers for a lane shift over US 85/87 according to CDOT. Your go-around pivots you onto Bradley Road, down to Main Street, and swings you back onto South Academy Boulevard, so plan your playlist accordingly.
Those navigating the I-25 off-ramp to northbound South Academy Boulevard should mind the short acceleration lane that comes with the new alignment, expect less runway to ramp up your speed. And while we’re talking tips, let’s not forget that entrance ramps have trimmed merge lengths; so, bring your merging A-game, especially with the brand-new on-ramp from US 85/87 joining the South Academy Boulevard party. Weather permitting, these updates may shuffle, so keep your eyes peeled for any switch-ups…