ROAD WORK FOR DOWNTOWN PORTALES

PORTALES (KSMX)- The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) is performing maintenance surface repair work on Commercial Street to 1st Street (U.S. 70) in Downtown Portales.

The maintenance project is expected to be completed this fall, weather permitting. During the work, motorists can expect a one-lane closure and short delays between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Drivers are asked to watch for maintenance personnel working in the area, observe temporary signing, and reduce speed to the posted speed limits.