UPDATE: SOUTHBOUND INTEL DRIVE CLOSED FROM EAST OF INTERSECTION OF WESTSIDE BLVD. AND NM 528 TO SOUTH OF INTEL DRIVEWAY FOR SAFETY REASONS AS CREWS CONTINUE INSTALLATION OF 20-INCH PIPELINE Update as of Thursday, December 1, 2022
FOR SAFETY REASONS AND TO AVOID HEAD-ON COLLISIONS DUE TO TRAFFIC HEADING THE WRONG WAY:Effective immediately, the southbound lane of Intel Drive is now CLOSED from east of the intersection of Westside Blvd and NM 528 to south of the Intel Driveway (also called Skyview Rd) as crews continue installation of a 20-inch pipeline underground at the intersection of Westside Blvd. and NM 528 and east into Intel’s property.
Construction of the pipeline into Intel’s property is expected to last through early to mid-January 2023.
TRAFFIC IMPACTS CHANGED ON PROJECT WHERE CREWS ARE LAYING 20-INCH PIPELINE UNDERGROUND ACROSS INTERSECTION OF NM 528 & WESTSIDE BLVD
Update as of Thursday, November 10, 2022
To help alleviate traffic congestion, crews have opened one thru or left-hand turn lane for eastbound traffic on Westside Blvd. to head thru the intersection or turn left and head north on NM 528, during installation of a 20-inch pipeline from the southwest corner to the northeast corner of the intersection of Westside Blvd and NM 528.
One right-hand turn lane continues to be open for traffic to turn right and head southbound on NM 528.
On the west side of NM 528, westbound traffic on Westside Blvd. has one lane open west of the intersection of Westside Blvd. and NM 528.
On the east side of NM 528, westbound traffic on Westside Blvd. is CLOSED from The American Road to NM 528.
This construction is expected to last through December 16, 2022.
MOTORISTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO FOLLOW The DETOUR BELOW FOR SAFETY AND TO AVOID TRAFFIC DELAYS:
Traffic is detoured via The American Road and Intel Drive to 19th Avenue on the north, Golf Course Rd. on the west, Ellison Drive on the South and Coors Bypass on the east as shown on the map. Traffic is discouraged from heading south on The American Way in the afternoons, where very long backups have been reported.
Regular work hours are Monday-Friday 7am-5 pm although the contractor may work longer hours or on weekends as needed.
About the Raw Water Transmission Pipeline Construction on this new pipeline will provide “raw” or nonpotable water (not suitable for drinking) to support Intel’s multi-billion-dollar investment in upgrades and expansion at its Rio Rancho facility. Intel is an existing Water Authority customer, and the planned upgrade is expected to create new jobs and economic development opportunities.
CREWS TO LAY 20-INCH PIPELINE UNDERGROUND ACROSS INTERSECTION OF NM 528 & WESTSIDE BLVD FOR JUST OVER ONE MONTH BEGINNING MONDAY, NOV. 7; TRAFFIC TO BE DETOURED FOR SAFETY Update as of Friday, November 4, 2022
Beginning Monday, Nov. 7, 2022, crews will prepare and install a 20-inch pipeline underground, heading from the southwest corner to the northeast corner of the intersection of Westside Blvd and NM 528. The project is part of a new raw water transmission pipeline on Albuquerque’s west side. This construction is expected to last through Friday, Dec. 16, 2022.
TRAFFIC IMPACTS During construction, the following traffic impacts will be in place:
Eastbound traffic on Westside Blvd. will have the far-right lane open from La Sierrita Road to NM 528 and will be able to turn right and head southbound on NM 528.
Westbound traffic on Westside Blvd. west of NM 528 will have one lane open west of the intersection of Westside Blvd. and NM 528 to La Sierrita Road.
For safety during this work: Traffic will be detoured via The American Road and Intel Drive to 19th Avenue on the north, Golf Course Rd. on the west, Ellison Drive on the South and Coors Bypass on the east as shown on the map.
Motorists should expect delays, give themselves extra time to reach their destinations and use caution in the construction area.
Regular work hours are Monday-Friday 7am-5 pm although the contractor may work longer hours or on weekends as needed. Construction on this Raw Water Transmission Pipeline segment is expected to last through December 2022 or January 2023.
About the Raw Water Transmission Pipeline Construction on this new 20-inch pipeline will provide “raw” or nonpotable water (not suitable for drinking) to support Intel’s multi-billion-dollar investment in upgrades and expansion at its Rio Rancho facility. Intel is an existing Water Authority customer, and the planned upgrade is expected to create new jobs and economic development opportunities for our area. Several segments, or phases are included in this project, which is expected to last through early 2023.
CONTACTS for questions and concerns or to sign up for email updates on the project: Patti Watson, 505-245-3134 office; 505-269-9691 cell; pattiw@cwastrategic.com Ty Stevers, 505-245-3138 office: 505-417-9989 cell; tys@cwastrategic.com
CONSTRUCTION UPDATE: 7 BAR LOOP TO BE CLOSED AT WESTSIDE BLVD FOR ONE WEEK BEGINNING MONDAY, NOV. 7, 2022 Update as of Thursday, Nov. 3, 2022
From Monday, Nov. 7, 2022, through Monday, Nov. 14, 2022, 7 Bar Loop will be closed at Westside Blvd. so that crews can repair the valley gutter in the area as part of their final punch list, closeout activities for the Westside Blvd. widening project.
During this closure, local traffic can use La Sierrita as the detour.
Regular work hours are Mon.-Fri., 7 a.m.-5 p.m., although the contractor may work longer hours or on weekends if needed. All construction is weather permitting and subject to change without notice.
CONTACTS for questions and concerns or to sign up for email updates on the project: Patti Watson, 505-245-3134 office; 505-269-9691 cell; pattiw@cwastrategic.com Ty Stevers, 505-245-3138 office; 505-417-9989 cell; tys@cwastrategic.com
Construction to be Substantially Complete on Westside Blvd. Widening Project as of Monday, Oct. 31, 2022; Various Lane Closures May Be Required for Minor “Punch List” Work through Mid-December 2022 Update as of Friday, Oct. 28, 2022
Construction is expected to be substantially complete on this project as of Monday, Oct. 31, 2022 with all traffic barricades removed and all roadways, trails and pedestrian crossings open.
As construction wraps up this week, through Saturday, Oct. 29, the northbound, right-hand lane of Golf Course Road will be closed at the intersection of Golf Course Road and Westside Blvd.
Also, please note there may be various short-term lane closures as the contractor works to address minor “punch list” items for about 45 days following substantial completion, through mid-December 2022.
We appreciate your patience during construction. Thank you!
CONTACTS for questions and concerns or to sign up for email updates on the project: Patti Watson, 505-245-3134 office; 505-269-9691 cell; pattiw@cwastrategic.com Ty Stevers, 505-245-3138 office; 505-417-9989 cell; tys@cwastrategic.com
