Several projects are currently underway along the Interstate 40 corridor. For a closer look, click on the I-40 Corridor Reconstruction page.

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• Governor Bill Richardson Cuts Ribbon on I-40 Paseo Del Volcan Stimulus Project
• Traffic Advisory for US 84/285 in Arroyo Seco
• U.S. 84/285 Southbound Traffic To Use New Frontage Road in Arroyo Seco
• Governor Richardson Highlights $31 Million Recovery Act Award to Reconstruct U.S. 491
• DOT Hosts Public Hearing on Feb. 9, 2010 to Discuss I-10 Expansion
• Crews Ahead of Schedule on Interstate 40 West Central Interchange ARRA Project

Governor Richardson's Investment Partnership (GRIP) is a $1.6 billion statewide transportation expansion and infrastructure improvement project that was supported by nearly 100 cities, counties, business groups and chambers of commerce across New Mexico.

• create thousands of jobs each year for the next six to eight years
• employ hundreds of New Mexico businesses
• have an $8.4 billion positive impact on New Mexico’s economy
• have a $10.9 billion direct savings impact on the citizens of New Mexico in terms of commuter cost, safety and vehicle operating costs
• increase state personal income, mostly wages and salaries by $170 million a year
• generate nearly $90 million in direct gross receipt taxes on construction and millions more in payroll taxes.

GRIP will also enhance safety on New Mexico highways and roads.