Las Cruces: The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) District One Office has CLOSED a portion of NM-211 in the Bear Creek area from mile marker 3-4 due to flooding and water rising, which has created an unsafe roadway.
In addition, NM-159 remains CLOSED in Mogollon due to flooding and debris along the roadway. The NMDOT will continue monitoring all state routes as rain continues through our region these next few days.
Motorists are advised not to underestimate the force of water. Most high profile vehicles lose contact with the road in 6 inches of water, which can sweep your vehicle off the roadway. Do not attempt to cross overflowing roadways, and please do not drive around barricades.
Roadway notifications will be posted on the department’s web www.nmroads.com which can be retrieved by calling 511 or 1-800-432-4269 out of state.