MILAN, N.M. — A $34 million road improvement project is set to kick of April 1 along Interstate 40 between Ciniza and the Coolidge Interchange; milepost 41.921 to mile post 44.867.
Spanning 2.96 miles, the project promises significant upgrades to enhance safety, functionality, and traffic flow.
This extensive construction effort includes:
- Widening lanes and shoulders for better traffic flow.
- Installing a median concrete wall barrier and official crossovers.
- Upgrading guardrails and improving drainage systems
- Adding Intelligent Transportation Systems, utilizing advanced technology to to boost road safety and mobility.
The project, contracted to FNF Construction Inc., will be executed in six phases over the course of approximately one year. All construction is weather-dependent and subject to change.
Phase 1 Details: From April 1 to April 10, the contractors will work overnight from 7 pm to 5 am. During this period, eastbound and westbound right lanes will be closed. Motorists should anticipate minor delays and adjust travel plans accordingly.
