The 90-year-old Mesa Road and Cache La Poudre Street bridge connecting Colorado College to Monument Valley Park will close for seven months starting Monday.
The City of Colorado Springs said the renovations are necessary to make the bridge more accessible and safe. Upgrades include replacing the bridge deck, widening sidewalks, improving drainage, and adding lighting. The project is expected to be finished by the fall.
Until the bridge reopens, park access is limited to Glen Avenue at Uintah Street, west of Monument Creek. The city advises visitors to carpool, as parking will be limited on the east side of the creek.
The closure means pickleball players, runners, drivers and bicyclists will notice changes when visiting the park…