NMDOT News:

Construction on the project to rebuild I-40 east of Gallup will go into partial suspension beginning Monday, Dec. 1, 2025. The project stretches from Milepost 41.921 to Milepost 44.867 on I-40 east of Gallup. 

Traffic Impacts

During partial suspension, crews will work on activities that are not part of the critical path.

The following traffic impacts will remain in place:

• Westbound I-40 will have two lanes of traffic open westbound; and
• Eastbound I-40 will have two lanes of traffic open eastbound.

Full construction activities are scheduled to resume in April 2026, and the project is expected to remain in Phase 2 through summer 2026.

Regular work hours are 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday, although the contractor may work longer hours or on weekends if needed.

Additional construction phases will follow with the project expected to be completed in late 2026 or early 2027.

NOTE: All work is scheduled, weather permitting, and is subject to change without notice.