Heinrich, Luján, Vasquez Announce Over $71 Million from Infrastructure Law to Replace Nogal Canyon Bridge on I-25 in Socorro County

WASHINGTON — U.S. Senators Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) and Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.), and U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez (D-N.M.) are announcing over $71 million from the U.S. Department of Transportation to replace the Nogal Canyon Bridge along a section of I-25 in Socorro County, N.M. The New Mexico Delegation supported the New Mexico Department of Transportation’s application for the award.

“I worked hard to pass the Infrastructure Law so we could deliver transformative investments to New Mexico and rebuild the roads and bridges working families rely on everyday,” said Heinrich. “This $71 million federal investment will modernize and replace the Nogal Canyon Bridge, making travel safer — while creating long-term economic growth in our communities."

“I’m proud to welcome $71 million in funding for the replacement of the Nogal Canyon Bridges along I-25 in Socorro County,” said Luján. “This significant investment will enhance the safety and connectivity of our communities, strengthening local infrastructure for years to come. This funding underscores the importance of infrastructure improvements to promote public safety and economic development.”

“Bringing back good-paying jobs and long-term investments to my district is something I am always proud of, and this $71 million in federal funding to replace the Nogal Canyon Bridge in Socorro County will do just that,” said Vasquez. “This critical investment in the future of I-25 will make travel safer for all, bolster economic opportunities and lay the groundwork for continued growth and prosperity.”

The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Bridge Investment Program — funded through the Infrastructure Law passed by Democrats in the New Mexico Delegation — provides funding for bridge replacement, rehabilitation, preservation, and protection projects that reduce the number of bridges in poor condition, or in fair condition at risk of declining into poor condition.

The Nogal Canyon Bridge connects New Mexico’s largest metropolitan areas, Albuquerque and Las Cruces, and are vital to interstate traffic through the entire I-25 corridor. The existing bridge is more than 50 years old and requires significant upgrades and improvements.

More information on this award from the Department of Transportation can be found here.

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