Highway 60 Section Reopens With Restrictions Following Bridge Repairs
Highway 60 between Socorro and Magdalena has reopened to passenger vehicles and approved weighted trucks. Oversized and overweight commercial vehicles are restricted due to ongoing bridge repairs, and a reduced speed limit of 45 mph is in effect.
Albuquerque Santa Fe, NM, October 4, 2026 — The section of Highway 60 situated between Socorro and Magdalena has been reopened to traffic, authorities announced. This reopening allows for the passage of passenger vehicles and commercial trucks with approved weight limits.
The highway had been closed to facilitate necessary bridge repairs. While passenger vehicles and standard commercial trucks can now travel the route, significant restrictions remain in place for certain types of vehicles. Oversized and overweight commercial vehicles are currently prohibited from using this segment of Highway 60 as repair work on the bridges continues.
In addition to the vehicle restrictions, a reduced speed limit has been implemented for all traffic utilizing the reopened section. Drivers are now required to adhere to a speed limit of 45 mph. This measure is in effect to ensure safety during the ongoing repair operations and to manage traffic flow effectively through the affected areas.
The contractor responsible for the bridge repairs has not been publicly identified. Similarly, the projected timeline for the completion of all repair work and the subsequent lifting of all restrictions was not provided. Authorities are urging drivers to exercise caution, observe posted speed limits, and be aware of potential delays or changing conditions as maintenance continues on the Highway 60 bridges.
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