Traffic Report for September 20 – October 1, 2021

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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 8.200 – 131.00, west of Gallup to To’hajiilee

J-H Supply (Contractor) continues installation of new metal guardrail/concrete wall barrier. East and westbound right lane closures between mile markers 8-12 (west of Gallup). Speed reduced to 55 mph through the work zone. A 12’ width restriction is in place. The contractor’s work hours are 7 am to 5 pm, Monday-Friday.

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

J-H Supply (Contractor) will begin installation of new metal guardrail in late September. Replacement and upgrade is necessary to bring roadside barriers to new standards.

I-40, mile marker 17.100 – 40.000, west of Gallup to east of Ciniza Refinery

Valley Fence Company (Contractor) continues installation of new metal guardrail/concrete wall barrier. Westbound right lane closures from mile markers 30-34 and eastbound left lane from mile markers 20-22 (Gallup). Speed reduced to 55 mph through the work zone. The contractor’s work hours are 7 am to 5 pm, Monday-Friday.

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. Westbound traffic diverted onto the eastbound passing lane via median crossover detour. Exit 114 (Laguna) is closed. Follow detour for ramp closures. Lane closures and traffic control shall remain in place 24 hours a day 7 days a week. A 12’ width restriction is in place. Speed reduced to 55 mph through the work zone. The contractor’s work hours are 7 am to 6 pm, Monday-Friday.

I-40, mile marker 37.700 – 40.300, (Phase III) Ciniza Refinery, east of Gallup

FNF Construction Inc. (Contractor) continues roadway reconstruction and extending concrete box culverts. Eastbound traffic diverted onto the westbound passing lane via median crossover detour. An 11’ width restriction is in place. Speed reduced to 55 mph through the work zone. Lane closures and traffic control shall remain in place 24 hours a day 7 days a week. The contractor’s work hours are 7 am to 5 pm, Monday-Friday.

I-40, mile marker 57.393 – 60.461, between Prewitt and Thoreau

FNF Construction Inc. (Contractor) continues roadway reconstruction work. Westbound traffic diverted onto the eastbound passing lane via median crossover detour. Speed reduced to 55 mph through the work zone. A 12’ width restriction is in place. Lane closures and traffic control shall remain in place 24 hours a day 7 days a week. The contractor’s work hours are 7 am to 5 pm, Monday-Friday.

I-40, mile marker 44, Coolidge Interchange

El Terrero Construction, LLC (Contractor) will begin roadway & ramp reconstruction and bridge replacement in late September. Currently there are no impacts to traffic.

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 begin construction activities on the new roadway between South Chino Loop and Mentmore Rd. until late October. NO PUBLIC ACCESS to the construction area. The contractor’s work hours are 7 am to 5 pm, Monday-Friday.

US 550, mile marker 26.1 – 83.0, north of San Ysidro to south of Counselor

GM Emulsions, LLC (Contractor) will continue pavement repair work through early October. The contractor will be milling and filling at various locations along the corridor. Single lane closures will be in effect beginning with northbound lanes, then moving to the southbound lane. Speed reduced to 50 mph through the work zone. The contractor’s work hours are 7 am to 7 pm, Monday-Friday.

State Roadways: NM 53, mile marker 82.250 – 85.900, Exit 85 at Grants

El Terrero Construction, LLC (Contractor) has begun Bridge Rehabilitation and Roadway Rehabilitation work. NM 53 will be reduced to one lane in each direction. I-40 is reduced to one lane in each direction with shoulder detour. Speed reduced to 55mph on I-40 through the work zone. Lane closures will remain in effect during working hours. The contractor’s work hours will be 7 am to 5 pm, Monday-Friday.

To help with travel plans and avoid delays, visit www.nmroads.com or download the NMRoads app on your smartphone. Click on user settings and “find the fastest route”.