White Sands Missile Range Notification

For information regarding closures you may call WSMR at 678-1178 or 678-2222 for updates.

Traffic updates are posted on the NMDOT traffic advisory web-site at http://nmroads.com and can be retrieved through our automated system at 511 in New Mexico or 1-800-432-4269 from any line.

I-25/Missouri Bridge - Las Cruces The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) along with FNF Construction (contractor) continues work along I-25 and the city roadway enhancements of Missouri Avenue and its intersections of Triviz and Don Roser Drive.

I-25 will continue to have a one lane restriction on I-25 north bound allowing two lanes open for motorist traveling south. For the next two weeks, FNF will have paving operations along with the construction of sign structures and guard rail in the closed work area of I-25 southbound. Be cautious of the narrow bridge and please do not follow trucks turning into the work area.

City of Las Cruces work on Missouri at the intersections of Don Roser and Triviz Drive will be more active in the next few weeks. The south leg of Don Roser Drive between Missouri and Fairway Dr. will continue to be closed. A wall barrier and pavement markings will need to be placed before the reopening of this section. There will be a right lane closure on Missouri Avenue eastbound just before the intersection of Triviz Drive. This closure will extend past the Temple Baptist Church for work on the eastbound side walk and driveways. Expect sidewalk and driveway restrictions in the area. The construction of turn lanes on Triviz Drive will continue. Please follow pedestrian detours and be cautious of workers in the area. Complete road closure at night of Missouri Avenue between Don Roser Drive and Triviz Drive will be less frequent but necessary to complete intersection work. Please follow detours or seek alternate routes during this closure.

Don Roser Drive south of Missouri Avenue will continue to be closed for reconstruction of new roadway, sidewalk, and backfilling of retainage wall, curb and gutter. Contractor will be adding lane restrictions to eastbound lane on Missouri Avenue to work on driveway entrances near Triviz Drive. Intermittent night closures of Missouri Avenue at Don Roser Drive and Triviz Drive for continued installation of electrical lines for new traffic signalization at these intersections. Continued lane restrictions on I-25 north and southbound traffic as FNF continues with I-25 southbound lane overpass bridge work.

The work scheduled for Missouri Avenue between Triviz Drive and Don Roser Drive will be as follows:

¡E The Don Roser road closure will remain closed for the next few weeks in order to finalize traffic control modification designs. The closure will allow FNF to continue with the installation of the stamped median concrete as well as eliminating traffic restrictions later.

I-25 southbound is currently complete and waiting on the final stages of paving with minor cleanup work scheduled through next week with final paving scheduled for the 31st of August and extending through the 4th of September.

The next Public Meeting will be Wednesday September 23, 2015 which will start promptly at 6:00 pm at the NMDOT Las Cruces Complex located at 750 N. Solano.

I-10/Union Bridge-University - Las Cruces

The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) along with La Calerita Construction (contractor)continues with work at the I-10/Ramp E Bridge and the I-10/Union Avenue Bridge in Las Cruces, New Mexico. I-10 westbound lanes will continue to be detoured through the eastbound passing lane. Speed restrictions remain in effect through the I-10 construction zone. Eastbound access to I-10 at Valley Drive and University Avenue is closed. Use Conway Avenue to access eastbound I-10.

N. Main/US 70 - Las Cruces

The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) along with G. Sandoval Construction (contractor) have placed traffic control devices stationed along N. Main/US-70 from east Greening Avenue to just north of Madrid Street. Traffic will all be shifted over to the westbound lanes in order to begin placing the median islands. Motorists may encounter a 4-Way stop at Madrid Street intersection.

The City of Las Cruces will be making modifications to their bus route which can be found on their web at: http://www.las-cruces.org/Departments/Transportation/Services/RoadRUNNER%20Transit.aspx

I-25 - Socorro, NM

The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) with Villalobos Construction (contractor) are currently performing bridge repair work to the off ramp to Socorro at exit 147. Traffic is now open to motorists; please proceed with caution, as workers are painting on bridge.

I-25, T or C, NM ¡V Bridge Repair

The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) with Villalobos Construction (contractor) are currently repairing bridges from mile marker 80.2 to 81.7 with one lane closed in each direction 24/7. Please use caution.

New Mexico 52/New Mexico 59 - Chip Seal

The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) along with Blue Collar Construction (contractor) will be working on NM 59, Mile Marker 0.00 to Mile Marker 32.00 and New Mexico 52, Mile Marker 0.00 to Mile Marker 36.00, where motorist will encounter lane restrictions. There will be pilot car and flagman operations within work zone. Working hours will be from Monday to Sunday from 7:00 am to 7:00 pm. The Contractor has a beginning date of September 8, 2015. The work is to be completed by end of October, 2015.

NM 90/Hudson Street Bridge ¡V Silver City

The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) with Interstate Highway Construction (IHC) (contractor) have CLOSED all access over the NM 90/Hudson Street Bridge. The NMDOT and IHC continue with the construction of the bridge overpass. The contractor has installed various notifications alerting motorists of the closures. In addition, the NMDOT will have traffic control advising motorists that the county Truck Bypass route will be available. The San Vicente Trail will be closed at Corbin Street along with South Mill Road, and under the bridge.

The next Public Involvement Meeting is scheduled for 6:00 pm on Wednesday September 16, 2015 at the Grant County Administration Building, 1400 Hwy. 180 E, Silver City, NM 88061. The meeting will start promptly at 6:00 pm with members of the NMDOT and IHC will be available to answer any questions the public may have regarding the project. NM 359 ¡V Bridge 6255

The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) along with Hasse Construction (contractor) will be working from the hours of 7:00 am to 5:00 pm on Monday August 31, 2015 and Tuesday, September 1, 2015 on NM 359 at Bridge 6255 MP 1.9, Fairacres over the Rio Grande. There will be various lane closures. Contractor will be using a flagger operations.

NM 460 - Anthony, NM

The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) and Smith and Aguirre Construction Co. (contractor) are working on installing a storm culvert drain pipe under NM 460 from Miller Street to Landers Drive. The contractor will construct a pond beside the Community Development Center, along with mill and inlay from New Mexico/Texas state line to O ¡ ¦Harra Road/NM 460. The project will also have new ADA compliant features such as sidewalks with landing and turnouts along NM 460.

NM 478 Mesquite to Mesilla, NM

The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) with Paveover Inc. (contractor) will be working on NM 478 with pilot vehicle and flagging operations. The work will consist of recycling the existing mat in order to aid in extending the longevity of the roadway. Traffic control operations will be Monday to Saturday from 7:00 am until 6:00 pm, and should be complete by the end of September 2015.

Contractor will be working the southbound shoulder area mile maker 18.5 to mile marker 0 from the hours of 7am to 4:30pm; currently working in the southbound lanes from Carver to milepost 14.00.

NM 213 Chaparral, NM

The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) along with J & H Supply and Smith and Aguirre Construction (contractors) will be installing guardrail along NM 213 between mile marker 0 to 6.2 where motorists will encounter lane restriction as a pilot car operation and flagman will be positioned within the work zone working hours Monday to Friday from 7:00 am until 7:00 pm. The contractor should be complete by the beginning of September 2015.

I-10 ¡V Guardrail Maintenance

The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) beginning September 1, 2015 will be conducting Guard-Rail Maintenance on I-10 westbound at Mile Marker 164.2 to Mile Marker 164. Traffic control signs will be placed on the Texas side of I-10. There will be a one lane restriction. NMDOT will begin traffic control approximately 9:00 am due to the high volume of traffic in the mornings and will complete by 3:00 pm the same day.

Deming Area - Chip Sealing Project

The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) will be chip sealing on Monday, August 31, 2015 at NM 11, Mile Marker 26 to Mile Marker 34, from the hours of 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. with flagman and pilot car operations. There will be chip sealing on Tuesday, September 1, 2015 at Frontage Road 1020. There will be chip sealing Wednesday, September 2, 2015 on shoulders of NM 418 from Mile Marker 10 to Mile Marker 14. There will be no road closures or detours.

Las Cruces Projects ¡V City of Las Cruces

Amador Avenue

From McSwain Drive to Archuleta road will have a lane closure. Access to residents and businesses will be maintained at all times. Motorists will be asked to decrease speed through the construction zone and should proceed with caution

Azalez Drive

From Holly Drive to the drainage channel will be closed to through traffic. Access to residents will be maintained from adjacent streets. Motorists wanting to get to residents can do so by following the detours in place. Motorists using this road as a through route only should seek alternate routes if available. El Paseo Road

From Boutz Road to Farney Avenue will have intermittent lane closures. Access to residents and businesses will be maintained at all times. Motorists will be asked to decrease speed through the construction zone and should proceed with caution.

Lilac Drive

From Lantana Avenue to the drainage channel will be closed to through traffic. Access to residents and businesses will be maintained from adjacent streets. Motorists wanting to get to residents and businesses can do so by following the detours in place. Motorists using this road as a through route only should seek alternate routes if available. Locust Street

From Missouri Avenue to Rentfrow Avenue will have intermittent lane closures. Access to residents and businesses will be maintained at all times. Motorists will be asked to decrease speed through the construction zone and should proceed with caution.

Madrid Avenue

At the intersection with US 70/Main Street will be open with a four way stop. Access to residents will be maintained. Motorists will be asked to decrease speed through the construction zone and should proceed with caution.

Rentfrow Avenue

From Locust Street to Thomas Drive will have intermittent lane closures. Access to residents and businesses will be maintained at all times. Motorists will be asked to decrease speed through the construction zone and should proceed with caution.

Wall Avenue

From Salopek Blvd to Oleta Street will be closed to through traffic. Access to residents will be maintained from adjacent streets. Motorists wanting to get to residents can do so by following the detours in place. Motorists using this road as a through route only should seek alternate routes if available.

PLEASE NOTE: Conditions are subject to change without notice. Double fines for speeding in work zones are in effect.

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