Road Conditions for Southern New Mexico 

The NMDOT has prepared their personnel and equipment in efforts to support the need of law enforcement and emergency responders. The NMDOT will work in conjunction with emergency response as we coordinate our efforts with any possible traffic interferences that we may encounter.

Traffic updates will be posted on the NMDOT traffic advisory web-site at here as they are reported, and can be retrieved through our automated system at 511 in state, or 1-800-432-4269.

Tips to know:

REDUCE YOUR SPEED

The best accident prevention on snow and ice is to

SLOW DOWN

Leave plenty of room between you and the vehicle in front of you for emergencies. 

PRACTICE GOOD WINTER DRIVING TECHNIQUES

Keep your gas tank full, turn on your head lights, keep your windshield washer fluid full with antifreeze, keep winter driving chains in your vehicle, have a winter survival kit which includes – flashlight, hand warmers packets, first aid supplies, high energy snacks, bottled water and read your owner’s manual for special instructions on driving 4-wheel drive vehicles and vehicles with ABS on snow and ice.

AVOID DRIVING IN A SNOW CLOUD

Large vehicles, such as semi-trailer trucks and snow plows, may produce dense clouds of blowing snow that make it difficult for drivers to see. When drivers encounter snow clouds, they should stay back to avoid the cloud.

PLAN AHEAD AND BE PATIENT

Delays are common during bad weather. Leave a little earlier and be patient with delays.

CHECK BEFORE YOU PASS

Know where a snow plow and blade are before trying to pass. On multi-lane highways, the plow can be in your blind spot. Before attempting to pass make sure it is safe. 

PAY ATTENTION TO WEATHER FORECASTS –TRUST THEM

Winter storms in New Mexico can become severe quickly, so stay tuned to weather forecasts when planning your trip.

DON’T USE CRUISE CONTROL

Never use cruise control when the roads are in slippery conditions. Using your cruise control can reduce your control of the vehicle if your tires begin to skid or slip.

KNOW YOUR CURRENT ROAD CONDITIONS

Visit the NMDOT website for current road advisory information at here, or dial 511 in the state.

WEAR YOUR SEATBELT

Wear your seatbelt and make sure all passengers also “buckle up”.