Albuquerque residents will see continued progress on the I‑25 Improved Project after crews installed new bridge beams at the Montgomery Boulevard interchange over the weekend. The work, part of a $260 million effort by the New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT), aims to widen the highway, add lanes, and improve safety for commuters.
“It’s well underway. We’re getting close to completing this whole, entire project in spring of 2027,” NMDOT spokesperson Kimberly Gallegos told KOAT. The newly installed beams are a key component of the Montgomery interchange upgrade, which will eventually include additional lanes and a re‑engineered bridge to reduce merging conflicts.
The I‑25 Improved Project stretches from Comanche Road to Montgomery Boulevard. In addition to the bridge work, the plan calls for widening and paving sections of the highway, constructing new ramps and frontage‑road connections, and installing upgraded drainage systems. NMDOT says these improvements are designed to enhance traffic flow, lessen bottlenecks, and increase overall safety for drivers.
While the project moves forward, NMDOT assured drivers that there will be no major closures during the upcoming holiday season. “There won’t be any work, that impacts traffic, done during the holidays,” Gallegos said. “We won’t have any major closures.” This pledge is intended to keep holiday travel smooth for families and commuters alike.
Looking ahead, drivers can expect further construction activity on the Montgomery Boulevard bridge and the Comanche interchange in the coming months. NMDOT has not announced any additional traffic‑impacting closures beyond the current schedule, but it will continue to provide updates as work progresses.
What’s next? The next phase of the project will focus on completing the Montgomery Boulevard bridge work and beginning upgrades at the Comanche interchange. NMDOT plans to keep the public informed through regular briefings and signage along the corridor. Residents can anticipate the full project’s completion by spring 2027, at which point the widened I‑25 corridor should deliver faster, safer travel through Albuquerque.
Sources: koat.com
