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LORDSBURG – The I-10 lanes and bridge at Exit 24 near Lordsburg are closed after being struck by a commercial vehicle hauling an excavator Friday morning.
At approximately 8:49 a.m., the vehicle collided with the bridge structure, causing significant damage to the bridge deck and other components. Engineers are currently on-site assessing the structural integrity and determining necessary repairs.
Westbound traffic is being rerouted at the exit ramp. Drivers should expect delays, follow posted detours, and avoid the area for safety. Unauthorized vehicles and pedestrians in the work zone pose a hazard and may slow repair efforts.
For updates, visit the New Mexico Department of Transportation website at www.nmroads.com or call 511.