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 Repairs, Mile Marker 24, Lordsburg

Hasse Construction Co. (Construction) has begun reconstruction of the I-10 bridge at exit 24. The westbound lanes of Interstate 10 at Exit 24, near Lordsburg, will have lane closures in place in either the driving or passing lane as needed for construction activities. Motorists should expect delays and follow posted signage. The contractor's working hours are Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. This road work is expected to be completed by spring 2026. 

I-25 Business Loop Roadway Rehabilitation Project, T or C Downtown

This upcoming safety initiative will modify the roadway striping to mitigate municipal safety concerns about fire truck access while still addressing the key concerns identified in the safety plan.  The road diet enhancement project does specifically target traffic calming and driver guiding to enhance safety for all roadway users. 

New Pavement Markings: We're reconfiguring the road markings to mitigate municipal safety concerns while maintaining the road diet concept. Upgraded Signs & New Installations: Keep an eye out for new and clearer signs to guide you along the road with ease. Delineator Systems: These new markers will improve visibility and prevent vehicles from accidentally entering into the bikeway. Other Construction Enhancements: Various updates, including radar speed feedback units, will support the road users, ensuring smoother and safer traffic flow for everyone.

What's Next: These upgrades will be observed and evaluated to determine if future improvements would further enhance the safety on the road. This project has been funded through the NMDOT Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) and will be let for construction in the Winter of 2025.

US Roadways:

US 180 Signalization, Lighting Project, Mile Marker 113.140 to 118.951, Silver City CN#1101841

RT Electric, Inc. (Contractor) will be continuing with the installation of roadway lighting and signalization along US 180 in Arenas Valley. Shoulder work will be in place for the contractor as needed for cleanup activities. Areas of narrow shoulders may require lane closures. Contractors' working hours are Monday through Friday from 6:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. and they may work on Saturdays, depending on the weather conditions. This project is expected to be completed by winter 2025. 

US 70, Driveway Access, Mile Marker 154, Las Cruces

Warwick Construction Co. (Contractor) will be adding in turning lane, driveway access and restriping the westbound lane of US 70 frontage road, Bataan Memorial Rd. for a new business. Shoulder work will be in place with reduced speed limits. Working hours are Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. This project is expected to be completed by January 15, 2026.

State Roadways:

NM 273 McNutt Rd & Airport Rd, Intersection Lighting, Mile Marker 8, Santa Teresa PCN E100380

Bixby Electric Inc., (Contractor) will be removing and replacing all electrical lighting components at the intersection of NM 273 (McNutt Road) and Airport Road. Most construction activities will consist of shoulder closures with no reduction in speed limits. All luminaire pole installation and concrete work will require lane closures. These lane closures are restricted to school days, Monday through Friday, between the hours of 9:30 a.m. and 3 p.m. Advance notice will be provided prior to these operations. Motorists are advised to use caution and drive safely while traveling through the work zone. Work is scheduled Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., with the possibility of weekend operations. Construction is scheduled to begin on January 5, 2026, and is projected to be completed by mid-February 2026.

NM 26, Roadway Rehabilitation, Mile Marker 0 to 10, Deming

Mountain States Constructors, Inc. (Contractor) has begun the Roadway Rehabilitation Project on NM 26 from mile marker 0, at the U.S. 180 intersection, to mile marker 10. Drivers are urged to reduce speed and obey all traffic control devices. Oversize and overweight loads will not be permitted on this route during this time. A temporary traffic signal, flagging and pilot car operation will be in place 24/7, and speed limits will be reduced to 35 mph or lower. Contractor working hours will be 6:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday, with the possibility of weekend work. Operations will resume Jan. 8, 2026.

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. To help minimize inconvenience to area residents during the holidays, crews will reopen westbound NM 101 between Avenida de Mesilla and McDowell Place from December 22, 2025-January 4, 2026. 

Traffic Impacts ONLY During the Holidays:

NM 101 will have one eastbound lane and one westbound lane open from Avenida de Mesilla to McDowell Place.  NM 101 will have ONLY one lane eastbound open from east of McDowell Place to just west of South Main Street. Westbound traffic can use W. Union Avenue as a detour to access Avenida de Mesilla or NM 101.

Regular work hours are Monday-Friday 7 a.m.-4:30 p.m. although the contractor may work longer hours or on weekends as needed. Additional construction will follow, with the project expected to be completed in fall 2026. 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 spring 2026.

Chip Seal Projects, Luna Co:

NM 9, Fog Sealing, Mile Marker 87 to 116, Columbus

NMDOT Maintainers will be assisting Seal Master with Fog Sealing operations on NM 9 from Columbus 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 January 2, 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. Mountain Ave. is scheduled to undergo roadway and utility improvements by A-Mountain Construction as part of the City of Las Cruces N. Melendres St. Reconstruction Project. Work will begin September 15, and the closure is estimated to last approximately 3 months in duration for phase 1. 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.

East Mesa Roads & Drainage - Cortez Drive Improvements 

As part of the Cortez Drive Improvements, roadway, storm drainage, and utility improvements will be conducted by Caliper Construction (Contractor) on Cortez Drive between Porter Drive and Dunn Drive. Cortez will be closed to through traffic. Detours will be in place directing traffic around the road closure. Access will be maintained for residents; motorists are urged to follow all posted signs. The entire project is estimated to be completed by December 2025. 

TXDOT I-10 Project:

TXDOT Roadway Closures can be found at www.drivetexas.com.