Public Works Projects:

Los Alamos County Public Works staff manages the projects listed in this section through contractors. For more information, email lacpw@lacnm.us, call 505.662.8150 or visit the County Projects page at https://lacnm.com/pw-projects.

Please slow down and use caution within the construction work zones. Please note the information below is based on a schedule provided by the contractors and may change due to inclement weather or other issues.

Bathtub Row Reconstruction Project Updates

Construction crews with TLC Plumbing & Utility are working in partnership with the County Public Works and the Department of Public Utilities. A full road closure on Bathtub Row from Juniper Street to Peach/ Nectar Street is in place to allow for construction activities of the new sewer line and water lines.

Hours of Construction

TLC Plumbing & Utility is working 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Thursday, with the addition of Fridays and weekends, as needed. Residents can expect large equipment and construction noise.

Traffic Impact

Traffic should follow all detour signs. The detours will ensure ingress and egress to businesses and residences. Motorists, bicyclists, and pedestrians are advised to use caution around construction activities and avoid entering the work zone.

Questions or Concerns

All questions, concerns, or special access needs should be sent to the Public Works Department at lacpw@lacnm.us or call 505.662.8150. The County thanks residents and business owners in advance for their cooperation and patience.

DP Road Phase II Reconstruction Project Updates

TLC Plumbing & Utility is working 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday (weather permitting).

Work underway along DP Road. Courtesy/LAC

Parking:

Parking will continue at designated areas south of Ace Hardware and south of the Los Alamos Fire Training Academy (Station #2). Parking will remain open during construction unless otherwise signed.

Traffic Control:

Flaggers will direct traffic during lane closures for crews working in the area. Follow all work zone signs and exercise caution. Access to businesses will be maintained and advanced notice will be made of any temporary access impacts.

Construction Operations:

• New electrical tie-ins with periodic electric outages are anticipated. Advanced notice will be provided to those affected.
• Trenching for installation of the new sewer force main from approximately CrossFit Gym to Ace Hardware will be underway and will require one-lane closures.
• Concrete operations will continue as crews install new stormwater inlets and new curb and gutter from Ace Hardware west towards the Fire Station. Driveway reconstruction and concrete operations in front of businesses should be anticipated.

Direct all questions and concerns to the Public Works Department at lacpw@lacnm.us or call 505.662.8150. For additional project details, visit the DP Road page.

Traffic & Streets Projects:  

Los Alamos County Traffic & Streets Division staff manages the projects listed in this section. Please slow down and use caution within the construction work zones. Direct questions or concerns to Traffic and Streets Manager Daniel Blea at 505.663.8112.

Sidewalk and Landscaping Work on Central Avenue

Work is almost completed along Central Avenue at the parking lot at Central and 20th Street., across from the U.S. Post Office at the orange barricades. The plate cover for the drainage is forthcoming, there are barricades over the opening, but sidewalk is open.

Utilities Projects:

The County Department of Public Utilities (DPU) staff manages the projects listed in this section. Please slow down and use caution within the construction work zones. Contact the Customer Care Center at 505.662.8333, CustomerCare@lacnm.us or visit ladpu.com/Projects.

East Gate Drive Electric Line Installation

Parker Construction will continue trench work on East Gate Drive for an electric line installation on weekdays. Anyone turning onto East Gate Drive should be mindful of flagging operations, as trenching operations will cross the road. 

Rover Boulevard and N.M. 4

Drivers in White Rock will see scheduled road closures for work under the N.M. 4 Water Transmission Line Replacement/Fiber Conduit Installation Project. Both closures are scheduled 7 a.m. Saturday to 7 p.m. Sunday. All businesses in the area will remain accessible.

Saturday April 5 through Sunday April 6

A short section of N.M. 4 will be closed in both directions immediately west of Rover Boulevard. Eastbound drivers who would be going straight will instead be detoured down Rover Boulevard to Grand Canyon Drive, to Sherwood Boulevard, and then back onto N.M. 4. Westbound drivers may follow traffic signs directing them to follow the same pattern in reverse. Wagner Construction will be trenching across N.M. 4 to move the waterline to the north side of N.M. 4.

Jemez Mountain Fire Protection Project underway on West Road and Camp May Road

DPU contractors are constructing a new water tank on West Road and installing a water pipeline next to the intersection of West Road and Camp May Road, continuing all the way up to Camp May campground.

On West Road, work is primarily taking place on the shoulder. Camp May Road is closed Monday through Thursday for the duration of the project. Trails accessible from Camp May Road are closed for hikers, bikers and other recreationists. 

Camping at Camp May campground is limited to Friday and Saturday nights on a first-come, first-served basis. Reservations will not be available. Campers must extinguish campfires, pack belongings and leave the area no later than Sunday evening. The entrance/exit to Camp May campground will be closed and locked Sunday night until Friday morning. More information on this project can be found here.

Western Area Park Sewer Reconstruction Project

DPU’s contractor, DUB-L-EE Construction, began trenching in Western Area Park March 19 for a sewer main replacement project. Work is being conducted 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekdays and the park will remain open, with work zones and staging areas closed off. The Western Area Sewer Reconstruction project will improve and replace sewer line infrastructure for homes on 45th and 46th streets that back up to Western Area Park. The current sewer line runs below some houses bordering the Park and will be moved out to the street as part of the project.

During the project, a staging area will be set up and closed off at the park’s eastern end, near the entrance from the UNM-LA property. The basketball court will also be closed, as it will be used to stage heavy equipment to prevent damage to the lawn. Work is expected to impact only the park’s edges near adjacent homes. DPU has individually notified homeowners whose properties will be affected.

While the work is ongoing, park users may experience limited access to certain areas, noise disruptions, and detours. Park users are asked to respect safety barricades and avoid work zones.

Los Alamos County appreciates the public’s patience and understanding during this important improvement. Direct questions to DPU Project Manager Casey Aumack at casey.aumack@lacnm.us or 505.663.1830.

Oppenheimer Electric Primary Replacement

The primary electric service along Oppenheimer Drive south of Trinity Drive is being replaced to improve electric reliability. This project is expected to last about two months. DPU’s contractor, SanbrosCorp, began by excavating a 24” trench in the asphalt parallel to Oppenheimer Drive close to the curb on the west side of the street. The contractor installed conduit and caution tape, backfilled and tamped the trenched area.

The work has crossed to the east lane of Oppenheimer near the gas station at Trinity Drive. Flagging operations will occur as necessary and drivers are asked to pass the work zone slowly and cautiously. 

Direct questions or concerns to DPU Associate Engineer Mariano Montoya at Mariano.Montoya@lacnm.us or 505.709.8690.

N.M. 4 Water Transmission Line Replacement/Fiber Conduit Installation

Two work zones will be set up along N.M. 4 for this project. Work will begin at Rover Boulevard in White Rock and move along N.M. 4 toward N.M. 502 as the project progresses. While one lane will remain open for each direction of traffic along most of the N.M. 4 stretch, there may be a one-lane closure with flaggers within White Rock. Drivers are asked to obey traffic controls and exercise patience while passing work zones.

For more information regarding this project, visit the project page.

Non-County Projects:  

The following construction projects are not funded by Los Alamos County. Updates are included to keep residents informed of potential traffic impacts. Questions should be directed to the parties identified within each description. Please obey all traffic devices and slowdown in work zones.

Lane Closure on Big Rock Loop April 9

Trenchlinx, LLC will begin work Wednesday, April 9 at 1163 Big Rock Loop installing an underground cable. Work hours are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and there will be a one-lane closure on the South side of the road, with a flagging operation. Crews will close the sidewalk and assist pedestrians through the closure as needed. Direct questions or concerns to Daniel Rodriguez at 505.847.3180.

Lane Closure on North Road April 9

Trenchlinx, LLC will be boring Wednesday, April 9 at 2015 North Road. They will be installing an underground cable. There will be a one-lane closure on the North side of the road, with a flagging operation. Crews will close the sidewalk and assist pedestrians through the closure as needed. Work hours are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Direct questions or concerns to Daniel Rodriguez at 505.847.3180.

Longview Drive Road Closure and Construction Begins

WR Land Investment, LLC will begin work 8 a.m. Friday, April 11 and continue through Sept. 11 on Longview Drive in White Rock. A road closure will remain in place during the entire project. The project includes demolition of existing buildings, installation of infrastructure, and construction of a new subdivision. The winding road adjacent to Longview Drive will be open during the project. If needed, there is a ‘turnaround’ location on the west side of the road closure. For questions or concerns regarding this project, contact Philip Gurskey at 267.816.0299.

Hill Apartments and Realignment of 35th Street at Trinity (NM 502)/Pavilion Construction

Construction activities are almost completed on the south side of Trinity Drive near the new 35th Street intersection. The Rectangular Rapid-Flashing Beacon (RRFB) installation at the pedestrian crosswalk will be constructed later in the month. Traffic Control devices will be set up for minor pavement corrections for limited periods to protect the workers while both eastbound and westbound lanes will remain open.

Motorists and bicyclists will be asked to share the road. Both sidewalks are open. All questions, concerns, or special access needs should be sent to Pavilion Construction at 469.907.6045.