NMDOT Traffic Report for week of September 25 to October 2, 2022.

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Published: 23 September 2022 23 September 2022

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: 

I-10, Mile Marker 75 to 84, Deming

Mountain States Construction, Inc. (Contractor) will be continuing a roadway rehabilitation project on Interstate 10 from milepost 75 (6 miles west of Deming) to milepost 84 (Deming). Drivers can expect various daytime lane closures on both the eastbound and westbound lanes as needed.

Contractor’s hours of operation will be from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday. This rehabilitation is expected to take 120 working days to complete, weather pending. 

I-25, Mile Marker 85 to 103, north of T or C 

J-H Supply, Inc. (Contractor) will continue replacing the guardrail and end treatments along I-25 in Sierra County. Traffic can expect lane closures in the northbound and southbound driving right lane and shoulder as the contractor is performing these safety improvements. Overnight and weekend lane closures will be in place as needed. Hours of operation will be from 7:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday. Construction is expected to be completed by fall 2022. 

I-25, Mile Marker 14 to 24, North of Las Cruces 

Mesa Verde Enterprises, Inc. (Contractor) will be continuing a roadway reconstruction project on Interstate 25 from milepost 14 to 24, just north of Las Cruces. Crews will be working in the northbound and southbound lanes; one lane will remain open. Contractor’s hours of operation will be from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Saturday. 

I-25, Mile Marker 117 & 121, North of Truth or Consequences 

Hasse Contracting Co. will be making repairs to the bridges on I-25 at milepost 117 and milepost 121. Traffic can expect lane closures on I-25 on the southbound lanes until the bridge deck repairs are complete, one lane will remain open. Contractor working hours are Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., traffic control will remain in place 24/7. Use caution for workers and equipment in the area. 

US Roadways:

US 180, Mile Marker 67 to 47, Glenwood

Braiser Asphalt (Contractor) will be paving on US 180 from milepost 47 to 67. Motorists can expect lane closures with a flagging operation. Traffic is encouraged to reduce speeds and use caution. Construction hours will be from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily, due to weather this project has been extended.  

State Roadways:

NM 169, Mile Marker 25.8 and 28.58, Alamo

Hasse Contracting Co. (Contractor) will have lane closures in place on NM 169 near milepost 25.8 and 28.58 for bridge repairs. Traffic can expect lane closures, barrier wall and unmanned traffic stopping devices.  Contractor working hours are Monday through Thursday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. This closure is estimated to be in place till November 2022.

NM 404 and I-10 Bridge Replacement, Anthony 

AUI, Inc. (Contractor) is continuing with roadwork and replacement of the NM 404 Bridge over I-10 at milepost 162, Anthony exit. Traffic is currently using new bridge as Contractor constructs the other half of the bridge. Girder placement is tentatively scheduled for October 4th and October 6th. I-10 will be closed from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m., traffic will be detoured off and on at the exits for this placement. Please follow detour signage in the area, expect delays. Traffic is open to one lane in each direction. Contractor hours will be 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily.  

NM 359 Mile Marker 1 to 2, Mesilla

A Mountain Construction Company (Contractor) will have equipment and employees along Calle de Norte for the construction of a walking path. Traffic is encouraged to reduce speeds and use caution. Construction hours are Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.  Walking path is expected to be completed by November 2022. 

Chip Seal Projects, Grant Co:

The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) will be performing “Chip Sealing and Brooming” operations in Grant 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.  

NM 15 MP 7 to 30 - Beginning Monday, September 26th, and continuing through Thursday, September 29th, NM 15 will be closed from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m. Detour will be on NM 35 to NM 152. Closure will be in place for the safety of the traveling public and crew in the area. 

City of Las Cruces Projects:

Sonoma Ranch Boulevard

As part of the Sonoma Ranch Boulevard Mile 1 Construction Project, shoulder work is scheduled on Sonoma Ranch Boulevard, between Sierra Ventana Avenue and Peachtree Hills Road. The shoulder work is expected to last through approximately December 30, 2022. Additionally, a temporary roundabout is in place at the intersection of Sonoma Ranch Boulevard and Engler Road. Motorist are urged to obey all placed warning signs.

Sonoma Ranch Boulevard

As part of the Sonoma Ranch Boulevard Mile 3 Construction Project, work is scheduled to undergo with roadway and utility improvements by Caliper Construction, LLC on Sonoma Ranch Boulevard, between Arroyo Road and Paseo Verde. Work is estimated to last approximately 5 months in duration. 

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

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