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.
White Sands Missile Range (WSMR) posted an alert for Saturday, October 14, 2023, due to the solar eclipse that is taking place.  White Sands Missile Range is supporting three (3) research rockets to capture scientific data.  US 70 is planned to be closed from 9:35 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. This block will be located at BLUE Block (2 miles east of the WSMR access road - Mile Marker 172) and Yellow Block (located near White Sands National Park, mile marker 200).

Interstates:
I-10 to I-25 Ramp Closure, Las Cruces
The New Mexico Department of Transportation and contractor will be continuing with repairs to the I-10 to I-25 ramp in Las Cruces. Hasse Contracting Company, Inc. (Contractor) will be making the needed concrete repairs to the bridge deck, barrier walls and support piers. This work is estimated at $1.3 million and is expected to take approximately three months to complete. Lane closures will be required on I-10 eastbound lanes for the safety of the traveling public and our construction crews.

Date St. Business Loop Roundabout Project, T or C CN1101231/32
La Calerita LLC. (Contractor) construction, the contractor continues construction on roundabout 3, during construction, traffic will be shifted into the southbound lanes with the northbound lanes closed.  NM 181 will be open, and traffic will be shifted onto the detour route. The contractor will be working curb and gutter, concrete pavement, and roadway construction. 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. All traffic has been shifted into the southbound lanes; northbound lanes are closed throughout the project limits. The southbound I-25 off/on-ramp at Exit 75 is closed, northbound on ramp is closed for culvert repairs for the next two weeks, off ramp is open. Currently crews are working on installation of bridge piers 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 102 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 102 to 175. Motorists can expect lane closures in the northbound and southbound driving right lanes from milepost 160 to 162. 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 begin the roadway rehabilitation project on Interstate 25 from milepost 150 (Socorro North) to milepost 161 (Chamizal) on October 9th. Drivers can expect various daytime lane closures on both the northbound and southbound lanes as needed. The contractor’s hours of operation will be from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday. This project is expected to take 180 working days to complete, weather pending.

I-10, Roadway Rehabilitation Project, Mile Marker 55 to 65, Deming CN1101880
Mountain States Constructors, Inc. (Contractor) has completed the roadway rehabilitation project on Interstate 10 from milepost 55 (Quincy) to milepost 65 (16 miles west of Deming). Currently, the subcontractor is installing concrete wall barriers throughout the project. Traffic should expect a lane closure in both the eastbound and westbound lanes as needed. The hours of operation will be from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday.

I-10, TPAS System Installation, Mile Marker 20 to 22, Lordsburg 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). Motorists can expect lane closures in both the eastbound and westbound driving right lane from milepost 48 to 51. The hours of operation will be from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Thursday.

US Roadways:

State Roadways:
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. Starting on July 18th, traffic can expect a full roadway closure, a detour is in place on NM 28 (Ave. De Mesilla), NM 373 (Union Ave), and McDowell Rd. Please obey traffic control devices. 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 working on a bridge rehabilitation project on NM 26 “Hatch Hwy” at milepost 26.8 near Nutt. Traffic can expect a temporary traffic signal in place with only one lane open over the bridge. Speed limits will 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. Drivers should expect delays and plan accordingly.

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 preparations, milling and paving along the project. The speed limit has been reduced to 45 MPH for the safety of the traveling public. The contractor’s hours of operation will be from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, some Saturdays as needed.   

Chip Seal Projects, Hidalgo & Grant Co:
The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) will be continuing “Chip Sealing and Brooming” operations on roadways around Hidalgo Co.  The crew will be working on NM 80, NM 338, NM 145 and NM 113. Speed limits will be reduced, no center stripe with loose gravel on roadway. Pilot car operations will be in place. Roadways listed below are scheduled for chip sealing & fog sealing operations.  

NM 113, I-10 south to Muir, mile marker 20.6 - 10
NM 338, I-10 south to Animas, mile marker 0 – 10
NM 80, I-10 south to Rodeo, mile marker 24.8 to 0 & 32.3 – 24.8

US 180, Mile Marker 115 to 128, Silver City
Crews have completed Fog Sealing US 180 from milepost 115 (32nd Street) to 128 (east of Hurley) in Silver City. Striping is scheduled to take place in the upcoming months. Signage will stay in place for safety.

City of Las Cruces Projects:
Madrid Avenue
As part of the Bike-Pedestrian Infrastructure Improvements Project, roadway and utility improvements will be done by Highland Enterprises on Madrid Avenue, between Solano Drive and Evelyn Street. Alternating lane shifts will be in place. Work is estimated to last through October 27, 2023.


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 October 29, 2023.

University Ave.
As part of the University Avenue Waterline and Mill & Overlay project, work is scheduled for roadway and waterline improvements by A-Mountain Construction, LLC on University Avenue between El Paseo Road, and Solano Drive. Intermittent lane closures will be in place. Two-way traffic and access to residents and businesses will be maintained throughout the project. Work is estimated to last through approximately October 20, 2023. Commuters are urged to follow all posted signs.

Midway Avenue
As part of the Midway Avenue Reconstruction, roadway and utility improvements will be done by Morrow Enterprises, Inc.  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 Luna St. to S. Locust St. is scheduled to undergo roadway and utility improvements by A-Mountain Construction as part of the City of Las Cruces Bellamah Drive Reconstruction Project. Construction for the road closure is estimated to last approximately 4 months in duration for phase 1. During construction, access to Bellamah will not be permitted to through traffic. Resident and business access will be maintained at all times. Signage and detours will be present directing traffic around the work zone.

TXDOT I-10 Project Traffic Alert:
Check drivetexas.org for updates on road conditions.

I-10 Widening West
Sunday, October 8 – Tuesday, October 10, from 9pm to 5am
·       I-10 East will be closed at Vinton Road.
DETOUR: Take Exit 2 (Spur 37/Vinton Road/Westway Drive) to South Desert Boulevard, re-enter I-10 past Transmountain Drive.
Crews will be setting bridge beams.

Wednesday, October 11 – Thursday, October 12, from 9pm to 5am
·       I-10 East will be closed at Vinton Road.
DETOUR: Take Exit 2 (Spur 37/Vinton Road/Westway Drive) to South Desert Boulevard, and re-enter I-10 past Redd Road.
Crews will be setting bridge beams.


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