NMDOT Traffic Report for week of May 31 to June 7, 2019

Category: Non-Local News Releases Non-Local News Releases
Published: 29 May 2020 29 May 2020

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.

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.

Interstates:

I-25 & University Ave, Mile Marker 1, Las Cruces 
La Calerita Construction, LLC (Contractor) will be continuing roadwork on I-25 and University. The northbound I-25 off-ramp to University also between Geothermal Drive and the northbound I-25 loop ramp is scheduled to open late Monday, June 1, 2020 as well as the two lanes of traffic will be open in each direction on University Avenue with a continued shift in traffic for Bridge work. PERMANENT CLOSURES are in place on the free right-hand turn lane to access southbound I-25 off-ramp from eastbound University Ave as well as from the southbound I-25 off-ramp to westbound University Avenue. Traffic on University Ave. will be able to access the southbound off ramp via the traffic signal at the ramp and University Ave. THERE IS NO RIGHT TURN ON RED. Regular work hours will be Monday through Friday from 7:00 am to 5:30 pm, traffic control will remain in place 24/7. Questions or concerns: visit www.i25-university.com.

I-25, Mile Marker 110 to 104, T or C
The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) will be performing blade-patching operations on I-25 from milepost 110 to 104. Speed limits will be reduced to 55 mph. The closure will be in effect until June 15, 2020 from 7:00 am until 3:00 pm daily.

I-25, Mile Marker 19 to 175, Radium Springs to Socorro 
San Bar Construction Corp. (Contractor) will be replacing signage along I-25. Traffic can expect shoulder work as needed. Contractor's hours of operation will be from 7:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday to Friday. Construction is expected to be completed by fall 2020.

I-10, Mile Marker 49, Deming Area
Kimo Constructors, Inc. (Contractor) will be continuing bridge replacement and roadway reconstruction on NM 146 "Hatchita Bridge" at I-10 milepost 49. The Bridge is CLOSED; detour will be in place on the frontage road, Separ exit 42 and frontage road, Quincy exit 55. Traffic has been switched into the westbound lanes at this time as bridge demolition over the eastbound lanes is in progress. An 11 foot width restriction will be in place. Contractor's hours of operation will be from 7:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday to Friday; lane closures and traffic control shall remain in place 24 hours a day 7 days a week.

I-10, Mile Marker 22 and 29, Lordsburg
Hasse Contracting Co., (Contractor) will have a lane closures in effect on I-10 on both eastbound and westbound lanes for bridge deck repairs at milepost 22 and 29. The speed limit will be reduced for the safety of the crew. Closure are expected to be completed by Friday May 29, 2020, weather pending. Hours of operation will be from 7:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.

US Roadways:

US 70, Mile Marker 150, Las Cruces
Hasse Contracting will be finalizing with bridge preservation construction on US 70. Detours will be posted for all closures please follow construction signing. Various ramp closure will be in place as needed. Respect traffic control devices, detours are available and follow construction signage for your safety.

State Roadways:

NM 549, Mile Marker 16.9 and at Mile Marker 31, Deming
Hasse Contracting Co., (Contractor) will have a lane closure in place for roadway and bridge repairs on NM 549 at milepost 16.9 and at milepost 31, The speed limit is reduced for the safety of the crew. Closure are expected to be completed by June 15, 2020, weather pending. Hours of operation will be from 7:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.

NM 78, Mile Marker 10 to 15, Mule Creek
The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) will be performing blade-patching operations on NM 78 from milepost 10 to 15, with a flagging operation in place. This closure will be in effect Monday through Thursday, until June 4, 2020 from 7:00 am until 4:00 pm.

NM 11 and Broadway Ave, NM 9 and Main St, Columbus
Deming Excavation Inc. (Contractor) will have a lane closures and shoulder work on the intersections of NM 11 and Broadway Ave, Main St. and NM 9 for reconstruction. Construction is scheduled to be completed by August 2020. The speed limit is reduced for the safety of the crew, access and turning restrictions will be in place. Hours of operation will be from 6:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. Monday though Friday.

NM 187 "El Camino Real", Mile Marker 15.4 to 16.09, Arrey 
Hasse Contacting Company, Inc. (Contractor) has begun the replacement of Bridges located in Arrey. The first bridge is located at milepost 15.4 near the Caballo Dairy; the second bridge is located at milepost 16.09 near Agua Fria Road over the Montoya Arroyo. Both bridges have a detoured bypass at their locations; a 12 foot width restriction will be in place. Contractor's hours of operation will be from 7:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday to Friday; lane closures and traffic control shall remain in place 24 hours a day 7 days a week.

Hatch Safety Improvement Project 
Hasse Contacting Company, Inc. (Contractor) will continue roadway improvement project along NM 26 "W Hall Street" from milepost 45 "Placitas Ave" to milepost 47.3 on "N Franklin Street". NM 185 "E Hall Street" from milepost 35.2 to milepost 35.4 "Popular Street". NM 187 "El Camino Real" from milepost 0 to 0.6 "N Castaneda Rd." Road Improvements will begin with the replacement and upgrade of sidewalk, curb and gutter and ramps to include ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) accommodations. Sidewalks will be detoured in areas for construction and the safety of the public. Contractor hours will be Monday through Friday from 7:00 am until 5:00 pm daily.

NM 187 "El Camino Real", Mile Marker 0.9 to 6, Hatch 
Mountain States Constructors, Inc. (Contractor) has completed paving operations. Lane closures will be in place for guardrail installation along NM 187 "El Camino Real" from milepost o.9 to milepost 6. An 11 foot with restriction is in place. Contractor's hours of operation will be from 7:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday to Friday.

NM 188 Valley Drive/ NM 28 Avenida de Mesilla, Las Cruces
AUI, Inc. (Contractor) is finalizing roadway reconstruction, utility replacements and lighting/signalization improvements on Valley Drive. Eastbound Hadley at Valley Drive will need to be closed until June 1, 2020. The project is in the final phase of construction so there will be multiple lane closures in both directions to accommodate landscaping on the project. Construction will be 7:00 am to 5:00 pm, 5 days a week. Visit www.valleydrive.net.

Chip Seal Projects, Socorro Co:
The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) will be performing "Chip Sealing" and "Fog Sealing" with Brooming operations in Socorro Co. Speed limits will be reduced, no center stripe with loose gravel on roadway. Traffic will encounter lane drops with pilot car and flagging operations.
Roadways affected will be:
Frontage Road 2041 from milepost 0 to 0.4, NM 1 E over I-25
Frontage Road 2043 from milepost 0 to 0.8, from NM 408 to end of route
Frontage Road 2044 from milepost 0 to 6.6, Lemitar, frontage road to exit 163
Frontage Road 2045 from milepost 0 to 0.2, NM 408 end of route, west of I-25
Frontage Road 2046 from milepost 0 to 5, NM 408 N to junction of CO Rd. west of I-25
NM 408, "Calle de Lemitar" from milepost 0 to 6

Frontage Road 2038, 2039, 2040 have been completed, continue to use caution as roadway is not striped, speed reduced with loose gravel on roadway.

Las Cruces Projects – City of Las Cruces:

Court Avenue
Between Alameda Blvd. and Water St. will be open to residential traffic only. Access to businesses and residences will be maintained at all times. Motorists will be asked to decrease speed, follow the posted detour routes around the construction zone, and should proceed with caution.

Alameda Boulevard
From Las Cruces Ave. to Hadley will have alternating lane closures. Access to businesses and residences will be maintained at all times. Motorists will be asked to decrease speed, follow the posted detour routes around the construction zone, and should proceed with caution.

Nevada Avenue
From Walnut to Lees will have road work. Access to businesses and residences will be maintained at all times. Motorists will be asked to decrease speed, follow the posted detour routes around the construction zone, and should proceed with caution.

El Paso Projects – Go 10/Border West Expressway
Closures are posted on the TxDOT website: http://www.txdot.gov/inside-txdot/media-center/local-news/el-paso.html

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

For more information log onto www.nmroads.com or call 511.

 

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