Disclaimer: The information in the Orange Barrel report is compiled based on the best available information and is subject to change without notice.
This page was updated on Monday, August 22, 2025, at 4:11 p.m.
NEW PROJECT
Contractor: GM Emulsion
Location: Tierra Contenta Trail
Description: The extension of the Tierra Contenta Trail from Avenida Contenta to South Medows will start Monday, August 25, 2025. The trail construction will include drainage upgrades, at-grade crossings at the intersections of Buffalo Grass Rd and Lucia Ln, along with erosion control features. Construction is expected to be complete in the spring of 2026.
Contact: Kody Keelin, kwkeelin@santafenm.gov
PROJECT ONGOING AS SCHEDULED
Contractor: Franco’s Trees and Landscaping
Location: Drainage channel behind New Mexico School for the Deaf from St. Francis to Franklin Ave.
Description: Franco’s Trees and Landscaping will be cleaning debris and thinning elms along the Acequia Madre behind the School for the deaf in the drainage channel. Work is scheduled to begin on August 25, 2025, and is expected to take 1-2 days.
Contact: Jimmie Gallegos, jgallegos1@santafenm.gov
PROJECT ONGOING AS SCHEDULED
Contractor: Seeds of Wisdom
Location: Santa Fe River Trail
Description: Seeds of Wisdom will be thinning invasive species along the river from La Familia bridge to Camino Alire. Work is anticipated to take a month. Signage will be present during working hours, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Contact: jgallegos1@santafenm.gov
PROJECT ONGOING AS SCHEDULED
Contractor: Public Works/Complete Streets Div.
Location: The Intersection of South Meadows & Rufina Ave. At the roundabout.
Description: Repair Sidewalk. Work will begin on August 21, 2025, through August 25, 2025. Traffic control will be in place.
Contact: Apollo Hernandez, ajhernandez@santafenm.gov
PROJECT ONGOING AS SCHEDULED
Contractor: SF Brown Inc
Description: Zia Station Public Infrastructure project.
• Single lanes of travel, both eastbound and westbound, on Zia Rd. between Vela St. and Galisteo on the inside, paved lanes. The speed limit remains reduced to 25 mph.
• Galisteo Rd closed between Zia Rd. and the RailRunner Station.
• Galisteo Road is open between RailRunner Station and Rodeo Road. There is construction activity on either side of Galisteo near the station, but the access drive is open.
• Sidewalk on the south side of Zia is open from Vela to St. Francis
• Sidewalk on the north side of Zia is closed.
• WATCH FOR TRUCKS/EQUIPMENT ENTERING AND EXITING ZIA ROAD TO/FROM ZIA FLATS APARTMENT PROJECT ON NORTH SIDE OF ZIA RD.
Contact: Merritt Brown, merritt@sfbrown.com, Ryan Gomez, rmgomez@santafenm.gov
PROJECT ONGOING AS SCHEDULED
Location: Arroyo Los Chamisos North Fork - Site 2
Contractor: EMCO
Description: EMCO is working to complete erosion control and bank repair work in the Arroyo de los Chamisos. Work is anticipated to take several weeks to complete.
Traffic control and signage are in place with no impact on traffic.
Contact: Jimmie Gallegos, jgallegos1@santafenm.gov
NO UPDATE RECEIVED
Location: Agua Fria/South Meadows
Contractor: EMCO
Description: The Public Works Department is constructing the Agua Fria/South Meadows Intersection Improvements Project. The project includes adding turning bays on Agua Fria and South Meadows, as well as improving the traffic signals, sidewalks, and ADA ramps. Two lanes of travel will remain open for Agua Fria (west/east) and one lane of travel for South Meadows (north/south). Traffic delays are expected, and you should consider using alternate routes whenever possible.
Although most of the roadway work is complete, the new traffic signals have not yet been installed. Delivery of the signal equipment has been delayed due to tariffs and supply chain issues, and we have not yet received a delivery date from the manufacturer. Instead of the traffic signals, 4-way stop signs have been installed. Please adhere to all 4-way stop traffic regulations.
Contact: Kody Keelin, kwkeelin@santafenm.gov
PROJECT ONGOING AS SCHEDULED
Location: 206 Mckenzie St
Contractor: True North Builders LLC.
Description: True North Builders LLC is remodeling the house at 206 Mckenzie St. Due to the small area, the road must be closed, and the building must be demolished safely. All detours will be set up through the end of August 2025. The area will need to be fenced off from the public. All utilities and the curb in front of the property will be redone. They are in the final stages of completing the project. They are in the process of applying stucco to the outside of the building and preparing to repair the sidewalk/ADA ramp, curb, and gutter. Once completed, they will move the fence over to the sidewalk to open the road. We are sorry for the inconvenience. This is for the safety of the public.
Contact: Ryan M. Gomez, rmgomez@santafenm.gov
PROJECT ONGOING AS SCHEDULED
Location: Guadalupe St.
Contractor: GM Emulsion
Description: The work on the Guadalupe St. Reconstruction Project began in January 2024. The project involves a complete reconstruction of Guadalupe Street from Alameda to Paseo de Peralta. The project will include closures, lane shifts, and flagger operations.
Guadalupe St will have rolling road closures to install valley gutters and final utility adjustments. All sidewalks are complete with full pedestrian access provided throughout the work zone.
Please follow the detour signage that is in place if you must use Guadalupe Street. Drive safely.
Project completion target date: Summer 2025.
Contact: Kody Keelin kwkeelin@santafenm.gov or Mark Brooks, mark@gmemulsion.com
Project Update: Guadalupe Construction Overview (Public Works)
PROJECT ONGOING AS SCHEDULED
Location: Sandoval Parking Garage
Contractor: Davenport Construction
Description: Davenport's subcontractor will be patching and painting the exterior of the Sandoval Garage. During this time, certain sidewalks, entrances, and exits will be temporarily closed. However, at least one entrance and one exit will remain open at all times. Additionally, the garage will undergo re-striping of all parking spots, which will result in certain floors being closed. At least two parking floors will remain open while this work is being carried out.
Shutdown Dates:
Sidewalks – W San Francisco St Closed (6/20 - 8/15)
Entrance/Exits - Two W San Francisco St Exits May be Closed Temporarily for Scaffolding/Lifts, Please Use Other Exit
Re-Striping – Restriping is scheduled to start on August 18. Work will commence at night, around 8 pm to Midnight. The parking area will be closed during this time. The project is anticipated to last one week.
Contact: Josh Bohlman, jbohlman@santafenm.gov
PROJECT ONGOING AS SCHEDULED
Contractor: Sub Surface Contracting
Location: Intersection of Garcia and Camino De Monte Sol
Description: Water Dept. Having Sub Surface replace the water main and water services. The road will be closed from Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., starting August 12, 2025. R ad is Open after hours. Signage Boards were set up last week to notify the public. A l traffic control and detours will be set up. Please follow the detour route and expect delays. The estimated duration of the project is 2.5 months. The road will be closed from Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., starting August 12, 2025
Contact: Albert Chavez wachavez@santafenm.gov
PROJECT ONGOING AS SCHEDULED
Contractor: Full Circle
Location: River trail from Veterans Park to Camino Alire
Description: Management of invasive species and cleaning along the river. Signage will be in place during working hours, Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Please use caution when biking along the trail. Work is anticipated to take a few weeks.
Contact: Jimmie Gallegos, jgallegos1@santafenm.gov
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Contractor: Cable Com
Location: Calle De Anza & Calle Loma Norte
Description: Cable Com will commence work to repair/replace a faulty cable line. They will begin on August 25, 2025, and continue through September 5, 2025. The road will be closed during business hours. A l traffic control and detours will be set up. Please expect delays. C lle De Anza will be closed.
Contact: Ryan Gomez rmgomez@santafenm.gov
