Traffic Report for December 6 – 17, 2021

NMDOT asks all motorists to reduce speed, obey all posted traffic signs, use caution, and watch for heavy equipment and construction personnel in all work zones.

PLEASE NOTE: Conditions are subject to change without notice. Double fines for speeding in work zones in effect.

Interstate: During backups, use both lanes and take turns merging. Watch for slow moving or stopped traffic. Allow extra time and expect delays.

I-40, mile marker 40.000 – 105.500, east of Ciniza Refinery to east of Cubero

J-H Supply (Contractor) continues installation of new metal guardrail at Exit 104 (Cubero). Eastbound I-40 is reduced to one lane. Speed reduced to 55 mph through the work zone. The contractor’s work hours are 7 am – 7 pm.

I-40, mile marker 111.043 – 117.000, west of Laguna to Mesita Mountain States Constructors, Inc. (Contractor) continues roadway reconstruction, ramp rehabilitation and bridge rehabilitation work. Beginning 12/6 Eastbound I-40 will be reduced to one lane from mile marker 111-114 as the contractor performs mill and overlay work. Speed reduced to 55 mph through the work zone. The contractor’s work hours are 7am-6pm, weekdays.

I-40, mile marker 57.393 – 60.461, between Prewitt and Thoreau FNF Construction Inc. (Contractor) continues roadway reconstruction work. All work is being performed off the roadway. Speed reduced to 55 mph through the work zone. The contractor’s work hours are 7 am – 5 pm, weekdays.

I-40, mile marker 44, Coolidge Interchange El Terrero Construction, LLC (Contractor) continues building detours. I-40 is reduced to one lane in each direction. Speed reduced to 55 mph through the work zone. The contractor’s work hours are 7 am – 5 pm, weekdays.

US Roadways:

US 491/Carbon Coal Road Intersection, City of Gallup Fisher Sand & Gravel (Contractor) continues roadway reconstruction & rehabilitation and lighting & signalization work. The contractor will continue construction of the new roadway between South Chino Loop and Mentmore Rd. NO PUBLIC ACCESS to the construction area. The contractor’s work hours are 7 am – 5 pm, weekdays.

State Roadways:

NM 53, mile marker 82.250 – 85.900, Exit 85 at Grants El Terrero Construction, LLC (Contractor) continues bridge and roadway rehabilitation work. NM 53 is reduced to one lane in each direction. I-40 is reduced to one lane in each direction. Speed reduced to 55 mph on I-40 and 35 mph on NM 53. Lane closures on I-40 will remain in effect during working hours and lane closures and traffic control shall remain in place 24 hours a day 7 days a week on NM 53. The contractor’s work hours are 7 am – 5 pm, weekdays.

To help with travel plans and avoid delays, visit www.nmroads.com