Project Open House
You are invited to a project open house to learn more about the project.
When: Tuesday, September 9, 2025, 5-7 p.m.
Where: Family Success Center – Pikes Peak United Way, 1520 Verde Drive
What to expect: Learn about the project and ask questions. A Spanish translator will be present.
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (“ADA”), and Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, the City of Colorado Springs will not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities and those with Limited English Proficiency. Anyone requiring and auxiliary aid, language services or reasonable accommodation to participate in this meeting should make the request as soon as possible, but no later than 48 hours before the scheduled event by contacting AcademyBlvdImprovements@gmail.com or by call the project Infoline at 719-427-6422. Dial 711 or 800-659-3656 for Relay Colorado
Reunión pública de puertas abiertas
Los invitamos a un encuentro de puertas abiertas para conocer detalles del proyecto.
Cuándo: Martes 9 de septiembre de 2025, de 5 p.m. a 7 p.m.
Dónde: Family Success Center – Pikes Peak United Way, 1520 Verde Drive
Evento: Preguntas y respuestas sobre el cronograma de construcción y otros temas. Comentarios e inquietudes. Habrá traducción al español.
De conformidad con la Ley de Estadounidenses con Discapacidades de 1990 (ADA) y el Título VI de la Ley de Derechos Civiles, la Ciudad de Colorado Springs no discriminará a personas con discapacidades que cumplan los requisitos ni a aquellas con un dominio limitado del inglés. Cualquier persona que necesite ayuda, servicios lingüísticos o adaptaciones razonables para participar en esta reunión debe solicitarla lo antes posible, a más tardar 48 horas antes del evento programado, contactando a AcademyBlvdImprovements@gmail.com o llamando a la línea de información del proyecto al 719-427-6422. Marque 711 o 800-659-3656 para Relay Colorado
About
The South Academy Boulevard Improvements Project will increase safety, mobility, pedestrian access, and drainage along the corridor. The work covers 18 miles of South Academy Blvd. between Bijou St. and Airport Rd.
Between East Fountain Boulevard and Jet Wing Drive (construction to start fall 2025)
Work along the corridor focuses on infrastructure improvements, including replacement of aging pavement, curb, and gutter. A new, multi-use path is being constructed on one side of S. Academy Boulevard. The path/sidewalk will improve access for pedestrians and other users. Major drainage improvements are also part of the project and include new manholes, inlets, and drainage pipes. Colorado Springs Utilities is relocating and upgrading water and wastewater lines to support thousands of users in the area.
Pikes Peak Rural Transportation Authority (PPRTA) dollars fund the project.
S. Academy Boulevard Improvement Project Update
Current Status
Segment 1 of the project is complete. Work on the remaining segment beginning in fall 2025 will further improve the overall infrastructure and accessibility of S. Academy Boulevard.
Stay tuned for further updates as we progress through this important community improvement project.
Project Construction Schedule
Construction of the corridor is divided into 2 different segments over the course of 24 months:
- Segment 1 (North) – South Academy Boulevard between Bijou Street and Airport Road
- Started late February 2023
- Completed late 2024
- Segment 2 (South) – South Academy Boulevard between East Fountain Boulevard and Jet Wing Drive
- Public open house September 2025
- Scheduled to start fall 2025
Funding
This is a voter-approved, Pikes Peak Rural Transportation Authority (PPRTA) A-listed project.
Previous Studies
Public Information
Construction Updates
- July 29, 2025 / English
- July 29, 2025 / Spanish
- October 23, 2024 / English
- October 23, 2024 / Spanish
- October 4, 2024 / English
- October 4, 2024 / Spanish
Fact Sheets
Construction Public Involvement
- February 16, 2023 Public Open House
Design Public Involvement
Public Meetings
- July 22, 2021 Public Open House
- May 18, 2021 South Academy Blvd - 60% Design - RISE Coalition presentation
- Nov. 17 meeting PowerPoint Presentation
- Frequently Asked Questions – Nov. 2020
Newsletters
Maps and Photos
Final Project Photos - Segment 1 (North) – South Academy Boulevard between Bijou Street and Airport Road
