Hatch: The New Mexico Department of Transportation District One office (NMDOT) has posted an alert for Monday September 26, 2016:

The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) along with Villalobos Construction (Contractor) will begin Bridge Preservation Repair maintenance work on NM 26 at mile post 45.5 and at NM 187 at mile post 0.7. Construction will begin Monday, September 26, 2016 and is expected to be completed by winter 2016. Highway traffic will encounter a single lane drop at times. Motorists are asked to reduce speed, obey posted signs, and use extreme caution, and be cautious of personnel in the area. The closure will be in affect from 7:00 am to 5:30 pm, Monday through Friday as needed.

For updated information go to: New Mexico Department of Transportation at www.nmroads.com.