LORDSBURG, N.M. (KRQE) – A portion of a bridge near Lordsburg that was damaged when a vehicle carrying an excavator struck it will be removed in April. The bridge that spans over Interstate 10 near exit 24 sustained significant damage as a result of the March 7 crash. Engineers inspected the b ridge and determined that the westbound portion of the bridge needs to be removed. Taos man admits to intentionally running over and killing girlfriend with SUV I-10 eastbound and westbound lanes at exit 24 will be closed starting on April 1 at 8:30 a.m. through April 2 at 5:30 p.m. for the removal process. Traffic on I-10 will be rerouted off the highway and back on at the exit ramp during the demolition. Drivers should expect delays and are advised to follow posted road closure signs. NMDOT said drivers should avoid the area if possible. ...read more read less