REQUEST FOR INPUT – Roadway & Drainage Improvements on NM 532 (Ski Run Road)

The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) is preparing vital improvements to a key section of Ski Run Road (NM 532), near Forest Service Road 127A—enhancing safety and ensuring long-term access for all who travel this scenic mountain route.

NM 532 is the only access road to popular destinations like Ski Apache, Oak Grove and Eagle Lake Campgrounds, North Cedar Creek Trailhead, and several
Forest Service areas. With thousands of recreational visitors each year, keeping this road safe and functional is a top priority. Unfortunately, the stretch between mileposts 2.25 and 2.8 has become increasingly vulnerable due to:

• Burn scars from the South Fork Fire
• Undersized drainage pipes that can’t handle heavy water flow
• Recent extreme weather that’s led to erosion and frequent roadway damage

Stormwater often overwhelms the existing pipes, spilling over the road and causing serious erosion, posing risks to both travelers and the road’s long-term
integrity.

NMDOT and its project team are designing a safer, more resilient roadway with significant improvements to the drainage system. Key features include:

• Upgraded drainage structures to better handle storm runoff
• Roadway improvements to support long-term safety and durability