Traffic Report for the week of October 20 to 27, 2024

: Category: Non-Local News Releases; 18 October 2024

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 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. Regular work hours are 7 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday. Motorists should expect delays and allow extra time to reach their destinations. Motorists should also use extra caution in the construction area. Access will be maintained to all businesses and residences.

I-25 Bridge Rehabilitation, Mile Markers 63 & 139 Caballo/ San AntonioCN1102040R
Kimo Constructors, Inc. (Contractor) will be continuing work on the bridges on I-25 at Caballo (Green Horn milepost 63) and at San Antonio (Walnut Creek milepost 139). This project consists of bridge rehabilitation, erosion control and drainage. The contractor's hours of operation are 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.

I-25 Erosion Control, Mile Markers 35.2, 35.58, & 43.27 Hatch/Rincon
Kimo Constructors, Inc. (Contractor) will be continuing with erosion control along I-25 between Rincon and Hatch. The contractor will be working on the southbound off ramp and Rincon (Exit 35) and near milepost 43. I-25 may be reduced to a single lane depending on the work location. Drivers should be vigilant for construction signing. The contractor's hours of operation are 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.

I-25 Roadway Rehabilitation Project, Mile Marker 140 to 150, SocorroCN1101930
Mountain States Constructors, Inc. (Contractor) will be continuing the roadway rehabilitation project on Interstate 25 from milepost 140 (Socorro South) to milepost 150 (Socorro North). Milling and paving operations are now in place with multiple lanes closures in the work zone. Please use caution for large slow-moving equipment exiting and entering the roadway. The subcontractors are continuing with the replacement of guardrail throughout the project. Overnight lane closures may remain in place as needed. The contractor's hours of operation will be from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday.

I-10 Nighttime Roadway Resurfacing Project, Mile Marker 146 to 164.3, Las Cruces to Anthony
Brasier Asphalt Inc., (Contractor) will begin a roadway resurfacing project on Interstate 10 in Dona Ana County from milepost 164.3 (NM/TX Stateline) to 146 (east of Las Cruces). Starting Sunday, October 20, 2024, drivers should anticipate lane closures from the New Mexico/Texas Stateline working west towards Vado with the removal and replacement of pavement. The contractor will operate from 7 p.m. to 6 a.m., Sunday through Friday. Completion of this project is scheduled for Friday, November 22, 2024, and is subject to weather conditions.

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. Crews will be working on the installation of detour crossovers on I-10, and installation of concrete barrier wall for the safety of the traveling public. A lane closure is expected for the next two weeks with all traffic shifted to the outside driving lanes in both eastbound and westbound lanes. The contractor's working hours are Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.

US Roadways:
US 70 Roadway Rehabilitation, Mile Marker 149 to 150 Las Cruces LC00271
El Terrero Construction, LLC. (Contractor) is continuing a 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. Traffic has been placed on the west side of US 70 and the eastbound lanes will be closed for construction. The speed limit is reduced to 35 miles per hour throughout the construction zone. For the safety of the traveling public, the Alameda Arroyo trail crossing remains CLOSED. 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 are Monday-Friday 7 a.m.-5 p.m., although the contractor may work longer hours or on weekends if needed. Access will be maintained to all businesses and residences during construction. For more information or to sign up for construction updates, visit www.us70mainstreet.com.

US 70 Roadway Rehabilitation, Mile Marker 162 to 150, Las CrucesLC00440
Mesa Verde Enterprises, Inc. (Contractor) will be continuing the nighttime roadway rehabilitation project on US 70 from Del Rey Blvd. to Nasa Rd. just east of Las Cruces. Crews will be milling and paving from the town of Organ to Sonoma Ranch Exit. During the milling and paving operations, the on/off ramps will have intermitted closures. Working hours will be from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m., Sunday through Friday. Traffic control devices for lanes closures and off/on ramp closures will be in place for the safety of our crews and the traveling public during working hours.

State Roadways:
NM 28 Roadway Improvement Project, Mile Markers 27 to 29, Mesilla
Cutler Repaving Inc., (Contractor) will be put into suspension for the winter months. This project is estimated to go back into production spring of 2025.

Chip Seal Projects, Hidalgo & Grant Co:
The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) will be finalizing the 2024 season with "Fog Sealing and Brooming" operations in Hidalgo Co. in and around Animas and Hachita. Speed limits will be reduced, no center stripe with loose gravel on roadway. Please expect delays and a pilot car operation. Roadways to be fog sealed and striped are NM 9, NM81, NM 146, NM 113 & NM 1113. Speed limit will be reduced until roadway is striped, crews are currently scheduled for October.

City of Las Cruces Projects:
Sonoma Ranch Blvd.
All detours on Sonoma Ranch Blvd. and Peachtree Hills Rd. have been lifted. Intermittent lane closures will be in place on Sonoma Ranch Blvd. between Engler Rd. and Sirocco Ave. through October 4, 2024, for minor construction items in the vicinity.

TXDOT I-10 Project Traffic Alert:
I-10 Widening West
Monday, October 21, through Friday, October 25, and Monday, October 28, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• South Desert Boulevard will be reduced to one lane south of Bentridge Drive.
Crews will be installing metal beam guard fence.

Monday, October 21, and Tuesday, October 22, 9 p.m. to 5 a.m.
• I-10 East will be reduced to one lane between Redd Road and Mesa Street.
• The eastbound Artcraft Road onramp will be closed.
DETOUR: Continue on South Desert Boulevard, enter I-10 past Mesa.
Crews will be placing concrete pavement.

Monday, October 21 through Saturday, October 26, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• I-10 East and West will be reduced to one lane between Vinton Road and Transmountain Road as needed.
Crews will be working on retaining walls.

Monday, October 21, through Saturday, October 26, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• I-10 East and West will be reduced to one lane between Mesa Street and Redd Road.
Crews will be conducting earth work.

Wednesday, October 23, 9 p.m. to 5 a.m.
• I-10 East will be reduced to one lane between Los Mochis Drive and Transmountain Road.
Crews will be placing concrete pavement.

Thursday, October 24, 9 p.m. to 5 a.m.
• I-10 West will be reduced to one lane between Transmountain Road and Los Mochis Drive.
Crews will be placing concrete pavement.

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

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