Airport Road Repaving Project

Weekly Construction Update
Airport Road – Phase One Improvements
Week of February 23–27, 2026

The City of Santa Fe Public Works Department’s Complete Streets Division is preparing to begin Phase One roadway improvements on Airport Road between Cerrillos Road and NM 599.

Schedule Update

The initial start date has been moved back to February 23 due to inclement weather expectations.

Construction is anticipated to continue through the end of May 2026, weather and field conditions permitting.

Planned Scope of Work

Phase One focuses on the segment from Cerrillos Road to Fairly Road and includes:

• Removal and replacement of ADA-compliant curb ramps
• Associated concrete and sidewalk improvements
• Asphalt paving to follow concrete work, weather permitting

Work Sequence

• Concrete work will begin on the north side of Airport Road, starting at Cerrillos Road and moving west toward Country Club Road, segment by segment.
• Once the northern segments are complete, crews will shift to the south side of Airport Road and move east back toward Cerrillos Road.
• Each segment is expected to take approximately 3–6 days, depending on weather and field conditions.

As concrete work is completed in each segment, asphalt paving will follow as temperatures and weather allow.

Traffic Control – Week of February 23–27

Traffic control will be set up prior to construction activities, weather permitting. The following lane closures are anticipated during initial setup and construction:

1. Center lane closure on Rodeo Road moving west toward the Cerrillos Road intersection
2. Left lane closure on Airport Road from Cerrillos Road extending through the active construction segment
3. Left-turn lane closure off Cerrillos Road northbound onto Airport Road
4. Inside turn lane closure southbound off Cerrillos Road onto Airport Road

Motorists are encouraged to use alternate routes when possible and allow extra travel time when traveling through the area.

The City will continue providing weekly updates and additional notices as work progresses. We appreciate the community’s patience and cooperation as we complete these important roadway and accessibility improvements.

Weekly Construction Update
Airport Road – Phase One Improvements
Week of February 16–20, 2026

The City of Santa Fe Public Works Department’s Complete Streets Division is preparing to begin Phase One roadway improvements on Airport Road between Cerrillos Road and NM 599.

Schedule Update

The initial construction start date has been adjusted due to the Underground Utility Line location approval timeline.

• Revised start date: Thursday, February 19, 2026
• Possible early start: If utility line location is approved by February 17, the contractor will begin construction setup on February 17.

Construction is anticipated to continue through the end of May 2026, weather and field conditions permitting.

Planned Scope of Work

Phase One focuses on the segment from Cerrillos Road to Fairly Road and includes:

• Removal and replacement of ADA-compliant curb ramps
• Associated concrete and sidewalk improvements
• Asphalt paving to follow concrete work, weather permitting

Work Sequence

• Concrete work will begin on the north side of Airport Road, starting at Cerrillos Road and moving west toward Country Club Road, segment by segment.
• Once the northern segments are complete, crews will shift to the south side of Airport Road and move east back toward Cerrillos Road.
• Each segment is expected to take approximately 3–6 days, depending on weather and field conditions.

As concrete work is completed in each segment, asphalt paving will follow as temperatures and weather allow.

Traffic Control – Week of February 16–20

Traffic control will be set up prior to construction activities, weather permitting. The following lane closures are anticipated during initial setup and construction:

1. Center lane closure on Rodeo Road moving west toward the Cerrillos Road intersection
2. Left lane closure on Airport Road from Cerrillos Road extending through the active construction segment
3. Left-turn lane closure off Cerrillos Road northbound onto Airport Road
4. Inside turn lane closure southbound off Cerrillos Road onto Airport Road

Motorists are encouraged to use alternate routes when possible and allow extra travel time when traveling through the area.

The City will continue providing weekly updates and additional notices as work progresses. We appreciate the community’s patience and cooperation as we complete these important roadway and accessibility improvements.

Upcoming Roadway Improvements on Airport Road

The City of Santa Fe Public Works Department’s Complete Streets Division will initiate Phase One roadway improvements on Airport Road between Cerrillos Road and NM 599.

The project will be completed in two phases. Phase One will focus on the segment from Cerrillos Road to Fairly Road and will include concrete and accessibility improvements followed by asphalt work, as weather conditions allow.
 

Initial Construction Activities

Phase One construction will begin with concrete work, including:

• Removal and replacement of ADA-compliant curb ramps
• Associated concrete and sidewalk improvements

Construction is scheduled to begin February 11, 2026, and is anticipated to continue through the end of May 2026, weather and field conditions permitting.
 

Where Work Will Begin and How It Will Progress

Initial concrete work will begin on the north side of Airport Road, starting at Cerrillos Road and moving westward in the following order as each section is completed:

• Cerrillos Road to Zepol Road
• Zepol Road to Jemez Road
• Jemez Road to South Meadows Road
• South Meadows Road to Paseo del Sol
• Paseo del Sol to Fairly Road (turnaround point)

Once work reaches Fairly Road, construction will change direction and move to the south side of Airport Road, progressing eastward in the following sequence:

• Fairly Road to Paseo del Sol
• Paseo del Sol to South Meadows Road
• South Meadows Road to Jemez Road
• Jemez Road to Zepol Road
• Zepol Road to Cerrillos Road

Initial work will continue along the north side of the roadway, moving west as each individual segment is completed, before transitioning to the south side.
 

Work Duration at Specific Locations

Construction activity is expected to take approximately 3–6 days per segment, depending on site conditions and weather. More precise timeframes will be provided once work begins and crews establish a production pace.
 

Asphalt Work

As concrete work is completed in each section, the City plans to transition directly to asphalt work, weather permitting. Asphalt paving will begin once temperatures meet required conditions and concrete work is complete.
 

Traffic Impacts and Updates

Traffic control measures will be in place throughout the project. Motorists are encouraged to use alternate routes when possible and to allow extra travel time when traveling through the area. The City is committed to providing frequent updates as work progresses, including daily updates if necessary. Project staff will meet weekly to review schedules and ensure the most accurate and up-to-date information is shared with the public. We appreciate the community’s patience and cooperation as we complete these necessary improvements to roadway safety and accessibility.

Contractor: Gonzalez Concrete
Location: 5981 Airport Rd

Description: Sidewalk, curb, and gutter improvements. Work is scheduled to begin on 2/5/26 and is anticipated to take 3 weeks to complete. Traffic control measures will be in place. Motorists are advised to seek alternate routes when possible.

Scope of Work:

• Concrete curbs, gutters, and sidewalk improvements

Project Area
North and south sides of Airport Road between Cerrillos Road and Fairly Road

Task 1: Concrete Work

Scope of Work

• Removal and replacement of ADA-compliant curb ramps
• Concrete improvements including curbs, valley gutters, and sidewalks

Construction Sequence

• Concrete Work (A):
  North side of Airport Road, starting at Cerrillos Road and moving west to Fairly Road
• Concrete Work (B):
  South side of Airport Road, starting at Fairly Road and moving east to Cerrillos Road

Task 2: Asphalt Work

Scope of Work

• Asphalt road rehabilitation
• Asphalt striping and pavement markings
• Traffic signal detection loop repairs

Construction Sequence

• Begins after all concrete work is completed
• Asphalt Work (A):
  From Cerrillos Road moving west to Fairly Road
• Asphalt Work (B):
  From Fairly Road moving east to Cerrillos Road
• Final pavement markings and striping to follow

Potential Delays

• Inclement weather
• Unexpected underground utility issues

Project Area
North and south sides of Airport Road between Fairly Road and NM 599

Scope of Work – Same as Phase 1

• Removal and replacement of ADA-compliant curb ramps
• Concrete improvements including curbs, valley gutters, and sidewalks
• Asphalt road rehabilitation
• Asphalt striping
• Traffic signal detection loop repairs

Potential Delays

• Inclement weather
• Unexpected underground utility issues