
The New Mexico Department of Transportation District One office said contractor Inter Mountain Slurry has begun roadway improvements on US 180 from milepost 164 near Deming to milepost 142 at the Luna/Grant County line.
Drivers can expect a pilot car and flagging operation for the safety of the construction crew.
Lane closures will be in effect Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. until 5 p.m. daily until the work is completed.
No timeline for completion was announced.
DOT officials remind drivers to use caution in the area, obey the posted speed limit, and drive safely.
For up-to-date road closure information throughout the state, visit nmroads.com or call 511.