News and Announcements
NMDOT announces Land of Enchantment Young Ambassadors
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Department of Transportation, in partnership with the Office of the Governor, has named 14 high school students as the 2025–2026 Land of Enchantment Young Ambassadors, a new statewide...
First cohort of Industry Credential Pipeline Program graduates sign with NMDOT
SANTA FE – Ten new graduates signed with the New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) upon completing the first Industry Credential Pipeline Program, a workforce partnership between NMDOT, the New Mexico...
Halloween safety tips for New Mexico drivers, pedestrians
SANTA FE – New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) officials are urging extra caution this Halloween as children face two times the risk of being struck and killed by vehicles compared to other days,...
NMDOT and Greyhound partner to expand bus operations
SANTA FE – The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) and Greyhound, a Flix North America brand and the nation’s largest provider of intercity bus transportation, announce the launch of new intercity bus...
$6.18 Million Highway Safety Improvement Project on US 54 Completed
OTERO COUNTY – The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) is pleased to announce the successful completion of the $6.18 million highway safety improvement project on US 54 from approximately milepost 2 to...
NMDOT launches Big I study to improve safety and traffic flow
ALBUQUERQUE – A study has been launched by the New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) to address traffic congestion and safety concerns at the I-25/I-40 interchange, known as the “Big I.” The Big I is one of...
I-25 Construction and Balloon Fiesta
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) would like to remind all motorists there will be increased traffic volumes throughout the city during the 2025 Albuquerque International Balloon...
NMDOT hosts free car seat safety checks
SANTA FE — Free car seat safety checks will be available statewide on Saturday, Sept. 27, in recognition of National Child Passenger Safety Awareness Week. The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) Traffic...
NMDOT receives national award for excellence on Route 66
Santa Fe — The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) received the 2025 Perpetual Pavement Award from the Asphalt Pavement Alliance, recognizing exceptional long-term performance and preservation of a historic...
NMDOT Statement on closure of Taos Gorge Bridge to Pedestrian Traffic
Suicide is a devastating issue, and we reaffirm our commitment to doing all we can to prevent such tragedies. The New Mexico Department of Transportation extends its heartfelt condolences to the families affected by...