I-10 Bridge Work Near Lordsburg Creates Lane Delays Through Spring

Reconstruction of the Interstate 10 bridge at mile marker 24 near Lordsburg began on Jan. 2, bringing targeted lane closures to the westbound lanes at Exit 24. Hasse Construction Co. is the contractor on the project, which will place alternating closures in the driving or passing lane as needed for construction activities. Work runs Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., and the agency estimates the project will continue through spring 2026.

Drivers traveling through Lordsburg should anticipate delays and changeable conditions. Authorities warn that conditions are subject to change without notice and advise motorists to reduce speed, obey posted signage, and use extreme caution around heavy equipment and construction personnel. Double fines for speeding in work zones may be in effect, raising the stakes for drivers who do not comply with posted limits.

The I-10 corridor is a primary artery for passenger travel and freight across southern New Mexico, linking the region to Arizona and Texas and serving local commerce in Hidalgo County. When lane reductions occur on I-10, local drivers, school transportation, and trucking routes may see longer travel times and temporary congestion. Residents planning weekday commutes, deliveries, or intercity travel should factor in extra travel time and be prepared for lane shifts near the Exit 24 interchange.

The weekly traffic report also notes other regional operations that could affect travel in southwestern New Mexico during the Jan. 4 to 11 window. Those include roadway rehabilitation on the I-25 Business Loop in downtown Truth or Consequences and fog-sealing operations on New Mexico 9 stretching from Columbus to the Dona Ana/Luna county line. Some projects will employ pilot cars to shepherd traffic through single-lane work zones, and motorists should be prepared to stop when directed.

For locals, the combination of bridge reconstruction on I-10 and nearby maintenance work underscores the importance of planning trips and allowing additional time, particularly on weekdays. Observing work zone signs and speed limits protects construction crews and helps keep traffic moving. Because project schedules and lane configurations may change, motorists are urged to remain attentive to posted warnings and follow directions from workers and traffic control devices while traveling through Hidalgo County and neighboring corridors.