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-25 Roadway Rehabilitation Project, Mile Marker 58 to 78, Caballo CN1102160
Mountain States Constructors, Inc. (Contractor) will be continuing a roadway rehabilitation project on Interstate 25 from milepost 58(Caballo) to milepost 78 (Las Palomas) in Sierra County. Drivers can expect various daytime lane closures on the Northbound and Southbound lanes for paving operations. A 12-foot width restriction is in place throughout the project, oversized loads will require a permit. The contractor's hours of operation will be from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday.
I-25 Roadway Rehabilitation Project, Mile Marker 115 to 125, Socorro County CN1102180
FNF Inc. (Contractor) will be continuing a roadway rehabilitation project on I-25 between Socorro and T or C. Drivers can expect various daytime lane closures on both the Northbound and Southbound lanes as needed for milling and paving operations. A 12-foot width restriction is in place throughout the project; oversized loads will require a permit. The contractor's hours of operation will be from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday.
University Bridges (over Triviz and I-25), Bridge Preservation Project
Hasse Contracting Company Inc. (Contractor) will be continuing a bridge preservation project on the University Avenue bridges over I-25 and Triviz. Lane closures will be in place as needed. This project is expected to be completed by end of July 2025.
I-10 Alert, Mile Marker 24, Lordsburg
The I-10 bridge is under repair at exit 24, Eastbound traffic must utilize exits 20 (Lordsburg West) or 22 (Lordsburg Main Street) for access to business. This closure will be in place indefinitely.
I-10 Roadway Resurfacing Project, Mile Marker 146 to 164.3, Las Cruces to Anthony
Brasier Asphalt Inc., (Contractor), has completed the resurfacing project in Dona Ana Co. The striping contractor is scheduled to be on site from mid-to late June to complete striping. Traffic may be slow moving while stripers are in place.
I-10 Bridge & Roadway Rehabilitation Project, Mile Marker 140 to 143, Las Cruces CNLC00371
La Calerita Construction, LLC. (Contractor) will be continuing a bridge rehabilitation project on I-10 over the University Ave Interchange, milepost 141. This project includes bridge rehabilitation, roadway reconstruction and lighting. The contractor has shifted traffic back into the eastbound and westbound driving lanes. The passing (inside) lanes will remain closed. The eastbound and westbound on/off-ramps will be reopened to traffic. Speed limit has been reduced to 45 MPH throughout the project area. The contractor's work schedule is Monday through Friday, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. The project is expected to be completed by August 2025.
US Roadways:
US 70 Roadway Rehabilitation, Mile Marker 149 to 150 Las Cruces LC00271
El Terrero Construction, LLC. (Contractor) is finalizing the project to make roadway improvements to US 70 North Main Street between Spitz/N. Solano Drive and the intersection of N. Triviz Drive/Elks Drive. The Alameda Arroyo Trail crossing remains closed to complete dirt work and rock placement. Various lane closure may be required to finalize this project. Regular work hours are Monday-Friday 7 a.m.-5 p.m. This project is expected to be completed by end of July 2025, visit www.us70mainstreet.com.
US 70 Roadway Rehabilitation, Mile Marker 162 to 150, Las CrucesLC00440
Mesa Verde Enterprises, Inc. (Contractor) has continued the roadway rehabilitation project on US 70 from MP 151.5 to 161 (Roadrunner exit to town of Organ). This project will require lane closures on both the Eastbound and Westbound lanes, as well as the on/off ramps in both directions for milling, paving, ROGFC, rumble strips, hot thermal striping, concrete and installation of permanent impact attenuator operations. Construction activities will be in place on weeknights from 6PM to 6AM Monday night to Friday Morning. This project is expected to be completed by mid to late July 2025, weather pending.
US 180 Roadway Reconstruction Project, Mile Marker 123 to 128, Hurley, CN#1101841
Mountain States Constructors, Inc., (Contractor) will be continuing with the roadway reconstruction project along US 180 from MP 123.13 in Bayard to Milepost 128.27 in Hurley. Traffic has been shifted into the Eastbound lanes so construction can continue in the Westbound lanes. A flagging operation will be in place with up to a 15-minute wait time. Please be aware that Lime Quarry Rd has a detour in place, follow detour signage. Speed limits are reduced throughout the project to 45 mph, this project is a double fine zone. The contractor's working hours are Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. and may work on Saturdays. This reconstruction project is expected to take just over a year to complete, depending on weather conditions.
US 180, Mile Marker 164 to 161, Deming
Cutler Repaving Inc., (Contractor) will be continuing with the roadway reconstruction project along US 180 from mile marker 164 (Deming) to mile marker 161 (end of 4-lane at Riffle Range Road). This structural pavement treatment involves removing the current asphalt layer and replacing it with new pavement to improve road conditions and extend roadway life. During construction, single-lane closures will be in place in both Eastbound and Westbound directions. Motorists should expect delays and are urged to plan travel accordingly. Construction will take place Monday through Sunday, from 6am to 8pm. This project is scheduled to be completed by July 2025.
State Roadways:
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. NM 101 (University Avenue) will be COMPLETELY CLOSED so that crews can work on the roadway as well storm drainage improvements. The closure is planned while Zia Middle School is closed for the summer. During this closure, motorists can use McDowell Place to access University Avenue. Access will be maintained to all residences. 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 this phase, 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/
NM 1 Channel Erosion Mitigation, Bridge Preservation Mile Marker 60.340 to 60.435, Socorro
Hasse Contracting Company Inc. (Contractor) is currently working on a bridge rehabilitation project on NM 1 at milepost 60 near Socorro. 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 273, Utility Work, Mile Marker 8 to 9, Santa Teresa
Nine Degree Construction (Contractor) will have lane closures in place on NM 273 and NM 136 for Utility placement. 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. This project is expected to be completed by October 27, 2025.
Chip Seal Projects, Hidalgo & Grant Co:
The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) will be continuing with Chip seal operations on roadways in the Columbus and Deming areas of Luna County. During operations, drivers can expect flagging personnel, pilot vehicles, and temporary stops. Brooming will occur during and after the sealing process. Loose gravel may remain on road surfaces for a few days post-treatment. Speed limits are reduced to 35 mph for the safety of the traveling public. Work will take place Monday through Friday, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Note that center striping will be absent in work zones until completion. Operations will cease on June 24th due to the end of the fiscal year and resume in July. Roads scheduled for chip sealing, in order:
NM 9, milepost 42 to 109 (Hachita to Columbus/Dona Ana County Line)State Park 1007 (Pancho Villa State Park Roadway)Various I-10 Frontage Roads (Gage area)NM 418, milepost 0 to 14.1 (Old Lordsburg Highway)NM 377, milepost 0 to 1.8 (Pecan Park)Various I-10 Frontage Roads (Akela area)
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 September 26, 2025. Access will be maintained for residents; motorists are urged to follow all posted signs.
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.
Madrid Avenue Extension Project
As part of the Madrid Avenue Extension project, Morrow Enterprises, Inc. will be doing roadway and utility work on Madrid Avenue. Morrow Enterprises will be maintaining a road closure on Madrid Avenue between Evelyn Street and Triviz Avenue. Detours will be in place directing traffic around the work zone. The closure will be implemented through August 29, 2025. Access will be maintained for residents and businesses. Commuters are urged to follow all posted signs.
TXDOT I-10 Project:
I-10 Widening West
Saturday, June 21 through Sunday, June 22, 3 a.m. to 3 a.m. (24-Hour closure)
I-10 West at Sunland Park / Resler exit ramp closed
Detour: Traffic to exit at Sunland Park / Resler exit ramp (Exit 13), proceed on CD Lanes using the Resler exit (Exit 12), continue on CD Lanes to Mesa intersection, proceed through Mesa, Thorn and Redd intersections and enter I-10 West using the Redd entrance ramp
I-10 West at Sunland Park entrance ramp closedI-10 West at Mesa exit ramp will remain closed until further notice. Once closure is open, traffic will use Sunland Park / Resler exit ramp.
Crews will be working on traffic switch.
Monday, June 23 through Saturday, June 28, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (as needed)
North and South Desert between Anthony and Redd alternate lane closuresRedd east- and westbound at North and South Desert intersection alternate lane closures
Crews will be working on electrical and miscellaneous construction work.
I-10 West and East between Redd and Resler alternate lane closures
Crews will be paving.
Monday, June 23, 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. (Night)
North Desert between Transmountain and David closedEnchanted Springs and Enchanted Hills intersections with North Desert closed
Detour: Traffic on Transmountain proceed to Talbot, right on Talbot to Doniphan, right on Doniphan to Vinton, right on Vinton to North Desert.
South Desert between Transmountain and Isela Rubalcava closed (residents will be able to enter and leave neighborhood at Campus Park)
Detour: Traffic on Transmountain proceed to Doniphan, left on Doniphan to Artcraft, left on Artcraft to South Desert.
Transmountain West-to-East turnaround closed
Crews will be removing and installing portable concrete traffic barrier.
Tuesday, June 24, 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. (Night)
I-10 West closed at Transmountain exit
Detour: Traffic to exit at Transmountain exit ramp, proceed through Transmountain and Westway intersections and enter I-10 westbound using the Westway entrance ramp.
I-10 West at Transmountain entrance ramp closed
Crews will be placing permanent concrete traffic barrier.
Wednesday, June 25, 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. (Night)
I-10 East closed at Redd exit ramp
Detour: Traffic to exit at Redd exit ramp, proceed through Redd, Thorn, and Mesa intersections, continue on CD lanes, and enter I-10 eastbound after Sunland Park.
I-10 East at Transmountain entrance ramp closedI-10 East at Artcraft entrance ramp closed
Crews will be installing the Thorn aesthetic fence.
Continuous Closures Until further notice 24/7
South Desert between Vinton and Transmountain closed
Detour: Traffic will detour down Vinton to Doniphan to Talbot to Spur 16 to South Desert
Redd turnarounds closed
Detour: Traffic through intersection at Redd
I-10 East at Mesa entrance ramp closed
Detour: Traffic to continue onto CD Lanes and enter I-10 East after Sunland Park
South Desert between Transmountain and Isela Rubalcava reduced to one laneTransmountain West-to-East turnaround closed
Detour traffic through intersection at Transmountain.
Crews will be doing construction work and frontage road reconfiguration.
I-10 Widening West 2
Monday, June 23 through Saturday, June 28, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (as needed)
I-10 east- and westbound between Anthony and Nashua alternate lane closuresNorth and South Desert between Anthony and Nashua alternate lane closures
Crews will be working on dirt work, hot mix, concrete paving, and miscellaneous removals.
Wednesday, June 25 through Thursday, June 26, 11 p.m. to 6 a.m.
I-10 east- and westbound between Anthony and the Travel Information Center left lane closed
Crews will be pouring concrete for the bridge deck.
Thursday, June 26 through Friday, June 27 (Back-up date only if not placed on Wednesday, June 25)
11 p.m. to 6 a.m.
I-10 east- and westbound between Anthony and the Travel Information Center left lane closed
Crews will be pouring concrete for the bridge deck.
Through Spring 2026
Valley Chili Road Turnaround closed
Detour: Traffic on North Desert will proceed to Anthony, TX and utilize the North-to-South turnaround. Traffic on South Desert will proceed to Vinton, TX and utilize the South-to-North turnaround.
Crews will be reconstructing and widening the bridge at Valley Chile Road.
Artcraft
Sunday, June 22 through Friday, June 27, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Artcraft east- and westbound between Stateline and North Desert alternate lane closuresArtcraft intersection between North- and South Desert alternate lane closures
Crews will be performing electrical work and delivering construction materials.
TXDOT Roadway Closures can be found at www.drivetexas.com.
