1 lane of Coors Bypass reopens after water main break

Crews continue work to repair sinkhole caused by Tuesday's incident.

Published on Feb. 27, 2026

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One northbound lane of the Coors Bypass in Albuquerque, New Mexico has been reopened as crews work to repair a water main break that caused a sinkhole and led to the shutdown of three lanes on Tuesday.

Why it matters

The Coors Bypass is a major thoroughfare in Albuquerque, and the closure of multiple lanes has caused significant traffic disruptions in the area. Restoring access is crucial for commuters and businesses.

The details

The water main break on Tuesday created a sinkhole that forced the closure of three northbound lanes on the Coors Bypass. Crews have now reopened one of those lanes, but continue to work on repairing the damage and restoring full access.

  • The water main break occurred on Tuesday, February 25, 2026.
  • One northbound lane was reopened on Wednesday, February 26, 2026.

The players

Coors Bypass

A major thoroughfare in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

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What’s next

Crews are expected to continue working to fully repair the sinkhole and reopen all lanes of the Coors Bypass in the coming days.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the importance of maintaining critical infrastructure like water mains to prevent disruptions to major transportation routes in the city.