New Mexico State Police in coordination with the New Mexico Department of Transportation will close Interstate 40 eastbound at Exit 16 in Gallup tarting at 9 pm Feb. 13. The closure is necessary to allow the safe removal of equipment that is located in the right of way.
A full detour will be in place. All eastbound I-40 traffic will be diverted onto NM 118 at the Gallup West Interchange (Exit 16) and will return to I-40 at the Gallup East Interchange (Exit 26). Expect delays and plan accordingly. Westbound traffic will not be affected.
The closure will be updated as conditions change. Stay up to date with the latest road conditions by calling 511 or visiting NMRoads.com.
