COUNTY News:
Public Works Projects:
The projects listed in this section are being managed by County Public Works staff through contractors.
For more information, please email lacpw@lacnm.us, call 505.662.8150, or visit the “Projects/Public Works” link at www.losalamosnm.us.
Please slow down and use caution within the construction work zones.
Please note the below information is based on a schedule provided by the contractors and may change due to weather or other delays.
33rd / 34th Street Road and Utility Improvements
Beginning June 20, the intersection of 33rd and Villa Street will be fully closed. The intersection of 33rd and Villa Street will be fully closed from June 20-23. Residents will need to take the alternate route through 32nd Street, then Walnut Street and back to Villa Street through the 33rd/34th loop.
The closure will take place on 33rd Street from Walnut Street to approximately 500 feet south of the intersection with Villa Street. Villa Street will be closed from the intersection of 34th Street. Please follow traffic control signs and flaggers who will assist with guidance.
This closure is required to complete multiple utility connections and prepare roadway for paving. The intent for the full closures is to be as short as possible during the summer months, while school is not in session.
Additionally, June 20, the utility connection will require a water shut off 9 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Motorists on Walnut Street might experience minor delays during concrete deliveries.
The County thanks the public for their patience as they make progress on this important construction project.
Questions? Call the Department of Public Utilities at 505.662.8383
TLC Plumbing and Utility are working on the roadway portion of the project: curb drop inlet installation, sidewalk, drive pad and curb & gutter removals. The Contractor is installing a new water line from the intersection of 33rd Street and Villa for approximately 500 feet south of the intersection. Construction hours are 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday.
The transit bus stop on 33rd will be temporarily closed throughout the duration of the project. Riders can use the transit stop on 35th Street.
Fuller Lodge Canopy Replacement Project
The main entrance to Fuller Lodge Art Center will be closed intermittently due to overhead work to replace the canopy above the doors. Detour signs will be in place directing patrons to the east side entrance of the Art Center.
Traffic & Streets Projects:
The projects listed in this section are being managed by County Traffic & Streets Division staff. Please slow down and use caution within the construction work zones. Call Traffic and Streets Manager Daniel Blea for concerns at 505.663.8206.
School Zone Flasher Testing Begins Tuesday
Traffic electricians will be testing new software for the school zone flashers at all schools in Los Alamos and White Rock beginning Tuesday, June 20. The testing will last approximately one week. There is no need to call in to Los Alamos Police Dispatch or Public Works to report the flashing lights.
Road Striping Continues in Los Alamos
Crews will continue striping roads and curbs in Los Alamos. Work will continue until complete. Work hours will be 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. daily.
Countywide Right of Way Maintenance Continues
Crews will be mowing, cutting weeds and trimming tree branches obstructing signs countywide. Work will begin Monday, June 12 and continue through the summer months. There will be minimal obstruction to traffic. Watch for crews and traffic control along the roads and sidewalks.
Asphalt Patching in the areas of La Vista Street and La Paloma
Weather and materials permitting, crews will continue repairing asphalt in the areas of La Vista Street and La Paloma. Work hours will be 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. daily. Crews will stop traffic intermittently as they move through the areas. Please watch for flaggers, crews, and equipment.
Utilities Projects:
The projects listed in this section are being managed by Dept. of Public Utilities (DPU) staff. Please slow down and use caution within the construction work zones. Contact the Customer Care Center, 505.662.8333, CustomerCare@lacnm.
Utility Work Impacts NM 502 Traffic
Prompted by a recent emergency electric line replacement, utility work along NM 502 continues as the Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities (DPU) installs a new switch and new conductors for the line. To slow drivers, traffic control devices are in the westbound lane from Eastgate Drive to Main Gate Park and the speed limit is reduced for both westbound and eastbound drivers. The work, being done by DPU and contractor Dub-L-EE, is expected to be completed by Thursday, June 22.
Trenching for Electric Continues on Barranca Mesa
DPU is replacing primary underground electric lines and conduit at the eastern end of Barranca Mesa. The project has been extended to continue through June.
DPU’s contractor, Paul Parker Construction Company, is excavating between 410 and 500 Navajo Road and south on Totavi Street. Excavation continues across the intersection of Totavi and Navajo and then through to the end of the Totavi cul-de-sac. Residents in the area should expect sidewalk closures and exercise caution while driving through the work zone. All trenching is on one side of the street.
Non-County Projects:
The following road construction updates are posted below in the interest of keeping residents informed but are being managed or conducted by others. Please obey all traffic devices and slowdown in work zones.
Longview Drive and Sherwood Blvd in White Rock
Kelly Cable of New Mexico will continue work through June 23. Crews are installing fiber from the northwest corner of Longview Drive and Sherwood Blvd heading east. The sidewalk closure will remain in place south of the White Rock Branch Library just west of the Longview/Sherwood intersection. Traffic and pedestrians are asked to watch for equipment, crews and obey all traffic devices. For questions regarding this project, please contact Charlie Lovato with Kelly Cable of New Mexico at 505.350.9252.
Utility Work and Sidewalk Closure on Camino Redondo & Camino Medio
CableCom, LLC and High 5 Network will be working at 1580 Camino Redondo to bore and trench to replace coaxial cable in 2” conduit. The sidewalk on the west side of Camino Redondo between Cumbres Patio and the southwest corner of Camino Redondo will be closed. Pedestrian traffic will detour to the south side of Camino Redondo. Construction will continue through June 26. Work hours will be 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. For questions or concerns, contact Chad Guinn at CableCom, LLC at 505.506.5615.
Utility Work on East and West Trinity Drive
Beginning Monday, June 19 Cablecom, LLC in association with Sons Communications, will be boring along the North side of Trinity Drive beginning at 37th Street and continuing toward West Trinity.
There will be a lane shift into the median, westbound on Trinity Drive.
The sidewalk along the north side of Trinity Drive will be closed from 36th Street to the west side of Trinity Drive. Additionally on Diamond Drive, the northbound lanes and bike lane from the intersection of West Road to Canyon Rd. may be impacted. The contractor, Sons Communications will be attempting to accommodate the bike lane and stage their equipment on the right side of the northbound lane. Field modifications to the bike lanes may be necessary, including possibly having to share the road with motorists.
For questions regarding this project, please contact Javier Gonzales at 505.264.3965.
NNSA – Update as of May 12, 2023:
Construction is Continuing on Improvements to NM 4/East Jemez Road Intersection
Due to unforeseen circumstances, completion of Phase 1-B has been extended to mid-June 2023. During this phase, crews are working on both sides of NM 4 as well as on the north shoulder of E. Jemez Road.
The following traffic impacts are in place:
- Crews are working on the embankment, grading within the median area and placing subgrade. They are also placing base course, and plan to pave the median detour areas and mill asphalt for future work later this month.
- Temporary traffic signals have been installed at the intersection.
- The speed limit throughout the construction area is reduced to 35 MILES PER HOUR. PLEASE OBEY THE SPEED LIMIT.
- Access to the parking area for the Bandelier National Monument Tsankawi Unit is COMPLETELY CLOSED as of Monday, April 3, 2023. No alternate access will be provided. A new access is expected to be open in late October 2023.
During construction, all existing travel lanes on NM 4 and E. Jemez Road will remain open during peak travel times – 6:30-8:30 a.m. and 4-6 p.m. Monday-Friday. Any lane closures will occur during non-peak hours and flaggers will direct traffic. All construction is weather permitting and is subject to change without notice.
Motorists are encouraged to slow down and give themselves additional time to reach their destination. More construction phases will follow, with the project expected to be completed in late 2023.
