March 07, 2025

Semi truck hauling excavator hits overpass, closes I-10 westbound lanes

Steve Smith

Semi truck hauling excavator hits overpass, closes I-10 westbound lanes

A semi truck hauling an excavator hit an overpass on I-10 in New Mexico, leading to a complete closure of the westbound lanes near Lordsburg on March 7.

What happened: Around 9 a.m., the truck carrying oversized equipment struck the bridge at Exit 24.

The collision significantly damaged the bridge, affecting the deck and other components.
No fatalities were reported, but the damage requires detailed examination.

Current status: Engineers are assessing the bridge, and traffic is being rerouted off Exit 24. The westbound lanes will remain closed until further notice.

What to expect: Delays are likely in the area. For updates, drivers are advised to check the New Mexico Department of Transportation's official site, as mentioned on NMDOT's website.

Bottom line: Despite the disruption, no one was hurt in the incident. Efforts are ongoing to repair the damaged overpass.

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