In all construction zones, motorists are asked to reduce speed, obey posted signs, and use extreme caution, as well as continue to be cautious of heavy equipment and construction personnel in the area. PLEASE NOTE: Conditions are subject to change without notice. Double fines for speeding in work zones may be in effect.

White Sands Missile Range Notification
For information regarding closures, you may call WSMR at 678-1178 or 678-2222 for updates.


Interstates:
Date St. Business Loop Roundabout Project, T or C CN1101231/32
La Calerita LLC. (Contractor)continues construction on roundabout 3, the roundabout at NM 181 is open and will be used for all NM 181 and Date Street traffic. Crews will build new turnouts during nighttime work hours. The following traffic impacts will be in place: Southbound N. Date Street will be reduced to one lane north and south of the new NM 181 roundabout. NM 181 will be closed at N. Date Street; traffic can access NM 181 by using the new roundabout. Crews will also be working on the shoulders on the west sides of the roundabouts at New School Road and Smith Avenue, although they will remain open. Motorists are encouraged to use extra caution in the construction zone, obey lower posted speed limits and allow extra time to reach their destinations. Regular work hours will be 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Friday although the contractor may work longer hours or on weekends as needed.

I-25 Bridge Replacement Project, Williamsburg CN1100990
El Terrero Construction, LLC. (Contractor) will be continuing construction to replace the bridge at I-25 milepost 75, Broadway Street and NM 187 in Williamsburg. Traffic has been shifted into the northbound lanes with the on/off ramps open, access to the southbound on/off ramps are still closed. Currently crews are working on installation of southbound on/off ramps, bridge installation and drainage structures. Regular work hours will be 7 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Monday-Friday although the contractor may work longer hours or on weekends as needed. Access will be maintained to all businesses and residences during construction.

I-25 Guardrail Replacement Project, milepost 159 to 175, Socorro
J-H Supply, Co. (Contractor) will be continuing a guardrail and end treatment project along I-25 in Socorro County from milepost 159 to 175. Motorists can expect lane closures in the northbound lane from 167-170 and the southbound lane from milepost 165-170. Overnight lane closures should be expected. The hours of operation are from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. Construction is expected to be completed by Spring 2024. 

I-25 Roadway Rehabilitation Project, Mile Marker 150 to 161, north of Socorro
Mountain States Constructors, Inc. (Contractor) will be completing the roadway rehabilitation project on Interstate 25 from milepost 150 (Socorro North) to milepost 161 (Chamizal). Drivers can expect various daytime lane closures on both the northbound and southbound lanes as needed for guardrail and barrier wall placement. The contractor’s hours of operation will be from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday.

I-25 Landscaping Project, Mile Marker 2.5 top 3.7, Las Cruces LC00360
Grass Masters LLC (Contractor) is continuing a landscaping, curb and gutter, miscellaneous construction, and paving project along I-25 from milepost 3 to milepost 3.7 near Lohman Ave in Las Cruces. Crews will be working on the wall foundations and wall footing along the I-25 northbound interchange and on/off ramp. Most construction will be on the shoulders with little impact to travelers. The contractor’s hours of operation will be from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.


I-10, On-Off Ramp Repairs, Mile Marker 116, Las Cruces
Mountain States Constructors, Inc. (Contractor) will begin making paving repairs to the on/off-Ramps on both the eastbound and westbound ramps at milepost 116(Lazy E). Traffic is encouraged to seek another route. Regular working hours are from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. ramps will be closed during these hours.

I-10, Off-Ramp Repairs, Mile Marker 139, Motel Blvd., Las Cruces
A-Mountain Construction (Contractor). Starting soon the contractor will begin replacing broken concrete slabs on the eastbound off ramp at Motel Blvd. The off ramp will be closed for approximately one week due to concrete curing time. Traffic is encouraged to seek another route. Regular working hours are from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.

I-10, TPAS System Installation, Mile Marker 2 to 164, Lordsburg to Anthony CN1102110
MWI, Inc. (Contractor) will be continuing the installation of the Truck Parking Availability System (TPAS) along Interstate 10 from milepost 2 (NM/AZ Stateline) to milepost 163 (Anthony). Crews will be located on the eastbound shoulder at mileposts 14, 50, 129, and 160, and the westbound shoulder at milepost 2.43, 26, and 69. Crews will be working on programming the wireless modem. No traffic impacts are expected, crews will be on the shoulders.

US Roadways:
US 380 Bridge Rehabilitation, San Antonio
AUI, Inc. (Contractor) will begin working on a bridge rehabilitation project on US 380 between mileposts 1.6 and 1.8 over the Rio Grande River.  The majority of the work will take place under and around the bridge, with no traffic impacts expected.  Drivers are asked to please obey traffic control devices if placed and be on the lookout for workers and/or equipment entering and exiting the roadway. The contractor’s hours of operation will be from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.

US 70 Fog Sealing Operations, Lordsburg to Arizona Stateline
The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) will be Fog Sealing US 70 from milepost 0(Arizona Stateline) to milepost 28(Turnerville). Drivers are asked to please obey traffic control devices if placed and be on the lookout for workers and/or equipment entering and exiting the roadway. Pilot car operations will be in place. Regular work hours will be 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Thursday.

State Roadways:
NM 359 Bridge Rehabilitation, Mesilla
AUI, Inc. (Contractor) will continue the bridge rehabilitation project on NM 359 at milepost 1.90 over the Rio Grande.  The majority of the work will take place under and around the bridge, with no traffic impacts expected.  Drivers are asked to please obey traffic control devices if placed and be on the lookout for workers and/or equipment entering and exiting the roadway. The contractor’s hours of operation will be from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.

NM 26 Bridge Rehabilitation, Hatch
La Calerita Construction (Contractor) has begun working on a bridge rehabilitation project on NM 26 at milepost 47.7 over Interstate 25. The contractor will be replacing the bridge bearings and plates during evening/nighttime hours beginning at approximately 5 p.m.  During this time, the bridge over the Interstate will be fully closed at Exit 41 (Hatch). Notification will be sent prior to closure. I-25 northbound traffic wishing to exit to Hatch should use Exit 35(Rincon), follow detour signage.  Travel lanes along I-25 may be reduced to a single lane depending on the work location, drivers should be vigilant for construction signing.

NM 157 Bridge Rehabilitation, Radium Springs
AUI, Inc. (Contractor) will begin working on a bridge rehabilitation project on NM 157 at milepost 0.1 over the Leasburg Canal.  The majority of the work will take place under and around the bridge, with no traffic impacts expected.  Drivers are asked to please obey traffic control devices if placed and be on the lookout for workers and/or equipment entering and exiting the roadway. The contractor’s hours of operation will be from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.

NM 549, Roadway Rehabilitation, Deming
Mountain States Constructors, Inc. (Contractor) will be continuing roadway rehabilitation project on NM 549 from milepost 10 to 22.  Drivers can expect lane closures on both the eastbound and westbound lanes of NM 549 as needed. A pilot car operation will be in place, please reduce your speed and obey traffic control devices. Roadway will be restricted to 12-foot for oversized loads. The contractor’s hours of operation will be from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, with the possibility of some weekend work.


NM 101 Utility Replacement, Mesilla
JGF Built LLC (Contractor) will be replacing the underground utilities on NM 101 from milepost 0 to 0.8 (Intersection of Avenida de Mesilla and University Ave.) in the Town of Mesilla. Roadway is open but may be reclosed in the next month to finalize utility replacements. The contractor’s hours of operation will be from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Drivers should expect delays and plan accordingly.

NM 26 Bridge Rehabilitation, Deming/Nutt CN1102010
Meridian Contracting, Inc. (Contractor) is currently finalizing the bridge rehabilitation project on NM 26 “Hatch Hwy” at milepost 26.8 near Nutt. Speed limits may be reduced, please obey traffic control devices. The contractor’s hours of operation will be from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.

NM 404 Roadway Widening, Anthony to Chaparral
Mountain States Constructors, Inc. (Contractor), will be continuing the roadway reconstruction and lighting project on NM 404 from milepost 0.9 (Anthony) to milepost 8.8 (Chaparral). Traffic has been shifted into the eastbound lanes so construction can begin on the westbound lanes. Currently, the contractor is installing drainage structures, subgrade preparation, Base Course, and Hot Mix. The speed limit has been reduced to 45 MPH for the safety of the traveling public. The contractor’s regular hours of operation will be from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, some weekends as needed. 

City of Las Cruces Projects:
Sonoma Ranch Blvd.
As part of the Sonoma Ranch Mile 1 Construction Project, Sonoma Ranch Boulevard will be reduced to one lane in each direction between Sierra Ventana Avenue and Peachtree Hills Road while roadway and utility improvements are being completed. Commuters are urged to follow all posted signs. The entire project is estimated to be completed by February 2024.

Midway Avenue
As part of the Midway Avenue Reconstruction, roadway and utility improvements will be done by Morrow Enterprises, Inc. (Contractor) Midway Avenue between Gasline Road and Mesa Drive will be closed to through traffic. The project is estimated to be completed by early 2024.

Bellamah Drive
Las Cruces Motorist are advised that Bellamah Dr. from S. Locust St. to S. Lees Dr. will be continuing with utility improvements and roadway improvements by A-Mountain Construction (Contractor) as part of the City of Las Cruces Bellamah Drive Reconstruction Project. Construction and the road closure is estimated to last until approximately June 2024 for phase 2. Resident access will be maintained at all times. Signage and detours will be present directing traffic around the work zone.

Elks Drive
Morrow Enterprises Inc. (Contractor) crews will begin installing the multi-use trail along Elks Drive in Las Cruces. Elks Drive will be shifted into a one lane road in the southbound direction. A detour for northbound traffic will be from Taylor Rd. to El Camino Real Road or E Dona Ana School Road to El Camino Real Road. This closure will be in place 24/7 until construction is complete, working hours are 7 am to 5 pm Monday through Friday.

TXDOT I-10 Project Traffic Alert:
Check drivetexas.org for updates on road conditions.
I-10 Widening West Project
Saturday, January 20 at 6 a.m. through Monday, January 22 at 6 a.m.
·       Eastbound I-10 will be at Vinton Road.
DETOUR: Take Exit 2 (Spur 37/Vinton Road/Westway Drive), continue on S Desert Blvd, re-enter I-10 past Artcraft.
·       Westbound I-10 will be closed at Transmountain Road.
·       The direct connector ramp from westbound I-10 to eastbound Transmountain will be closed.  
DETOUR: Take Exit 6B (Loop 375/Spur 16/Transmountain Road), continue on North Desert Boulevard, re-enter I-10 past Transmountain.
Crews will be relocating concrete safety barriers and placing bridge decks.

Beginning on Monday, January 22 at 6 a.m., and continuing for approximately nine months.
·       The eastbound mainlines of I-10 will be detoured onto South Desert Boulevard before Los Mochis Drive. Thru traffic will re-enter the mainlines past Los Mochis. Traffic bound for Transmountain Road will continue on South Desert Boulevard.
·       South Desert Boulevard will be closed to all traffic between Vinton Road and Los Mochis Drive.
Crews will be constructing a new intersection and overpass at Los Mochis Drive.

Saturday, January 27 at 9 p.m., through Monday, January 29 at 6 a.m. and
Saturday, February 3 at 9 p.m., through Monday, February 5 at 6 a.m., weather permitting
·       Westbound I-10 will be closed to all traffic at Transmountain Road.
·       The direct connector ramp from westbound I-10 to eastbound Transmountain will be closed to all traffic.
DETOUR: Take Exit 6B (Loop 375/Spur 16/Transmountain Road), continue on North Desert Boulevard, and re-enter I-10 after Transmountain.
NOTE: Closures may begin as early at 6 a.m. on Saturdays if needed to allow concrete placement in warmer daytime hours.
Crews will be placing bridge decks.

The following closures and detours will continue until further notice:
·       The westbound mainlines of I-10 are detoured onto North Desert Boulevard at Los Mochis Drive.
·       North Desert Boulevard is closed to all traffic at Enchanted Hills Drive.
·       The direct connector ramp from westbound Loop 375 (Transmountain Road) to eastbound I-10 is closed to all traffic.
·       Eastbound I-10 is reduced to one lane from north of Transmountain Road to Redd Road.
·       Westbound I-10 is reduced to one lane from Redd Road to north of Transmountain Road.
·       Alternating nighttime lane closures are possible on eastbound and westbound I-10 between Redd Road and Anthony, Texas.
·       Alternating daytime lane closures are possible on North Desert Boulevard and South Desert Boulevard between Redd Road and Anthony, Texas.

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