PUEBLO — Monday, June 9 marks the start of major work on Dillon Drive.
First, Public Works plans to repair and replace the sewer line between Walmart's north and south parking entrances.
Then Public Works will re-pave the road from Highway 50 to Eagle Ridge.
Both sides of the road will be closed for about three weeks.
The work is expected to be complete by early August.
The $700,000 needed to complete this work is coming from the Pueblo City Government's General Fund.
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