In all construction zones, motorists are asked to reduce speed, obey posted signs, and use extreme caution, as well as continuing 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 Bridge Deck Repairs, Mile Marker 102 to 105, Deming/AkelaHW2M700118
Hasse Contracting Co. (Contractor) will begin making repairs to the bridge decks on I-10 at mile marker 102 then moving to mile marker 105. The structure at mile marker 102 will begin in the westbound driving lane then moving to the passing lane as needed, one lane will remain open at all times. Overnight lane closures will remain in place until the repairs are completed. Once complete, crews will move to the bridge deck at mile marker 105 in the eastbound lane. Lane closures will be in place as needed. Please reduce speeds and follow construction signage. This project is expected to be completed by May.
I-25 Lane Closure, Mile Marker 43, Hatch
Mountain States Constructors Inc. (Contractor) will have a lane closure in place on both the northbound driving right lanes and southbound passing left lane of I-25 at mile marker 43 for heavy equipment entry into the materials pit. Please reduce speeds and follow posted construction signage. This closure will be in place Monday through Friday from 5:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
I-25 Roadway Rehabilitation Project, Mile Marker 5.9 to 10.5, Las Cruces to Dona AnaLC00384
Mountain States Constructors Inc. (Contractor) has begun a roadway reconstruction project on I-25 from Las Cruces to just north of Dona Ana. Lane closures will be in place on both the northbound and southbound lanes for milling ang paving operations. Speed limits will be reduced throughout the project. Contractor's working hours will be 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday, with the possibility of weekend work. This project is expected to be completed by the end of April.
***Monday, March 9, 2026, the southbound driving lane and on/off ramps at exit 9 (Dona Ana) will be closed for paving operations, please seek alternate route. Wednesday and Thursday, March 11 and 12, the southbound on/off ramps will be intermediately closed for milling and paving operations at exit 6, (US 70/Las Cruces), please seek alternate route.
I-25 Business Loop Roadway Rehabilitation Project, T or C Downtown
Roadsafe Traffic Systems (Contractor) will begin making pavement marking adjustments to the downtown T or C area starting on March 23rd. Lane closures will be in place for the contractor to eradicate existing striping and will then fog seal the area. This project is expected to take no more than 60 working days. Contractors' working hours are Monday through Friday from 7 am to 7 pm.
The road diet enhancement project does specifically target traffic calming and driver guiding to enhance safety for all roadway users. This project will be reconfiguring the road markings to mitigate municipal safety concerns while maintaining the road diet concept. New and clear signage will be installed to guide you along the road with ease. A new Delineator System will improve visibility and prevent vehicles from accidentally entering into the bikeway. Other Construction Enhancements will include radar speed feedback units, will support the road users, ensuring smoother and safer traffic flow for everyone.
US Roadways:
US 70 eastbound Lane Closure, Mile Marker 152 & 158, Las Cruces
Maintainers will have the driving right lane closed on US 70 at mile maker 152 and then moving to mile marker 158 for Dynamic Message Board System (DMS) repairs on Wednesday, March 11th from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Reduce speeds and watch for trucks in roadway.
State Roadways:
NM 213 & NM 404, Roadway Widening, Mile Marker 0 to 2, Chaparral E100321/322
FNF Construction Inc. (Contractor) has begun roadway reconstruction project on NM 213 and NM 404. This project was placed into suspension as on February 25, 2026, due to unforeseen issues impacting ongoing construction.
NM 101, University Ave ADA and sidewalk installation, Las Cruces HW2M101039
A Mountain Const. (Contractor) will continue to remove and replace sidewalks, ADA ramps and driveways along University Ave from. Main St. (NM 478) to College Ave. Lane closures will be in place in both the eastbound and westbound lanes with reduced speed limits. Working days are Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. This project is expected to be completed by mid-March.
NM 101, University Ave Multimodal Project, Mesilla LC00290
La Calerita Construction, LLC. (Contractor) will be continuing the multi-modal project on University Avenue/New Mexico State Road 101 from Avenida de Mesilla to South Main Street. The following traffic impacts are now in place:
Only one lane of eastbound traffic will be open on NM 101 (University Ave) between Avenida de Mesilla and S Main Street Traffic heading westbound is detoured to W Union Ave. Access will be maintained to all residents and Zia Middle School.
This phase is expected to last through April 2026. Additional construction phases will follow, with the project expected to be completed in Fall of 2026. Work hours are Monday-Friday 7 a.m.-4:30 p.m. although the contractor may work longer hours or on weekends as needed. All construction is weather permitting and is subject to change without notice. For more information, visit https://www.dot.nm.gov/universitynm101 / or www.nmroads.com.
NM 169, Sewer Line Installation, Mile Marker 23 to 29, Alamo
Smith Co. Construction (Contractor) will be installing a sewer line along NM 169 from mile marker 23 to 29, shoulder work with occasional lane closures may be in place. Working hours are from 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and work is expected to be completed by March 30, 2026.
NM 11, Box Culvert, Mile Marker .08, Columbus Port of Entry
Morrow Ent. Inc. (Contractor) will be constructing a concrete box at the intersection of NM 11 and El Paso Ave, just north of the Port of Entry. Speed limits will be reduced, please obey traffic control devices. The contractor's hours of operation will be from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday and work is expected to be completed by Fall 2026.
Chip Seal Projects, Luna Co:
NM 9, Fog Sealing, Mile Marker 51 to 116, Columbus
NMDOT Maintainers will be assisting Seal Master with Fog Sealing operations on NM 9 from Animas to the Dona Ana/Luna County line. A pilot car operation will be in place. Hours of operation will be Monday to Thursday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Reduced speeds and no center striping will be in place until completion of all projects.
City of Las Cruces Projects:
Casa Linda Acres Subdivision
As part of the Casa Linda Acres Reconstruction Project, Spartan Construction of NM, LLC, will be maintaining road closures on Avenida Blanco from South Valley Drive to Calle Del Encanto, and on Calle Del Sol from Avenida de Mesilla to West Brown Road. Closures will be implemented through April 24, 2026. Access will be maintained for residents; motorists are urged to follow all posted signs.
N. Melendres St.
Las Cruces Motorist are advised that N. Melendres St. between W. Hadley Ave. and W. Picacho Ave. will continue with the Reconstruction Project by A-Mountain Construction. During construction, access to N. Melendres St. will not be permitted to through traffic. Signage and detours will be present directing traffic around the work zone. The work is expected to be completed by May 8, 2026.
TXDOT I-10 Project:
I-10 Widening West
Saturday, Mar. 7- Saturday, Mar. 14, Daily, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (as needed)
7 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Saturdays as needed)
Alternate Lane Closures:
I-10 east and westbound between Vinton and Mesa (daily), Crews will be working on miscellaneous construction work and sweeping, striping, power washing, and painting barriers on I-10.
North and South Desert between Vinton and Mesa, Crews will be working on miscellaneous construction work.
Sunday, Mar. 8, Nightly, 9 p.m. to 5 a.m.
North Desert between Artcraft and Transmountain closed.
All side streets closed on the frontage road including Artcraft entrance/exit ramps
All traffic to use Northwestern. Crews will be working on final striping of North Desert.
Monday, Mar. 9, Night, 9 p.m. to 5 a.m.
North Desert between Redd and Artcraft
All side streets closed on the frontage road including Transmountain entrance/exit ramps
All traffic to use Northwestern. Crews will be working on final striping of North Desert.
Tuesday, Mar. 10, Nightly, 9 p.m. to 5 a.m.
South Desert between Artcraft and Redd
All side streets closed on the frontage road including Redd entrance/exit ramps
All traffic must detour to Doniphan. Crews will be working on final striping of South Desert.
Wednesday, Mar. 11, Nightly, 9 p.m. to 5 a.m.
South Desert between Los Mochis and Transmountain
All side streets closed on the frontage road including Transmountain entrance/exit ramps
All traffic must detour to Doniphan. Crews will be working on final striping of South Desert.
Thursday, Mar. 12, Nightly, 9 p.m. to 5 a.m.
Redd intersection closed
All traffic to travel along North and South Desert to next available intersection. Crews will be working on final striping of Redd intersection.
Continuous Closure Until further notice 24/7
Monday, June 9, 2025 - End of Mar. 2026
South Desert between Transmountain and Isela Rubalcava reduced to one lane Transmountain West to East turnaround closed
Detour: Traffic through intersection at Transmountain. Crews will be working on new roadway reconfiguration for South Desert.
Phase II
Sunday, Mar. 8 - Saturday, Mar. 14, Continuous Closure
Bridge C between Anthony and Vinton U-Turn Underpass closed
Detour: Traffic on North Desert proceeds to Anthony, TX and utilizes U-turn Bridge. Traffic on South Desert proceeds to Vinton, TX and utilizes U-turn Bridge. Crews will be conducting bridge demolition and construction U-turns under I-10 at Bridge C.
Monday, Mar. 9 - Saturday, Mar. 14, Daily, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nightly, 9 p.m. to 6 a.m.
Alternate Lane Closures:
I-10 east and westbound between Anthony and Nashua North and South Desert between Anthony and Nashua
Crews will be working on concrete paving and paving trucks will be exiting the work area, crossing from median to I-10.
Borderland Expressway Phase 2 Project
Monday, March 9 through Friday, March 13, Daily, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Alternate Lane closures on US54 EB/WB between Mesquite Hills and McCombs. Mesquite Hills reduced to one lane between US54 and Red Man Dr. Flaggers will be on site directing traffic as needed for haul trucks crossing Mesquite Hills. Flaggers will be on site directing traffic as needed for haul trucks crossing at McCombs and Stan Roberts.
Crews will be transporting earth embankment into the project.
UPCOMING CLOSURES
Borderland Expressway Phase 2 Full Weekend Closure
Saturday, March 21 through Monday, March 23, 24/7, from 4 a.m. on 3/21/26 to 6 a.m. on 3/23/26 (50hr closure)
Full roadway closure of FM3255 (Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.) NB/SB between FM2529 (Stan Roberts Ave.) and NM404 (O'Hara Rd.). Local traffic will be allowed to access businesses and residences between NM404 (O'Hara Rd.) and the TX/NM state line. Traffic will be detoured using NM404 (O'Hara Rd.), IH-10, LP375 (Woodrow Bean Transmountain Rd.) and US54. Crews will be working on a traffic switch to allow for construction of FM3255 (Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.) new road configuration.
TXDOT Roadway Closures can be found at www.drivetexas.com
