New Albuquerque Rapid Transit construction begins between Arno and Elm Street

Crews started fresh bus project roadwork in downtown Albuquerque on Monday. Motorists face lane reductions and heavy travel slowdowns during the street paving process.

Workers are paving the section between Arno and Elm Street. The work zone will remain closed for the next two weeks.

Only one lane of Central will stay open in each direction. Delays will happen.

Officials with ART say drivers should expect major congestion.

Albuquerque Rapid Transit operates transit lines across the city core. Road paving projects require temporary lane closures to protect work teams.

The city corridor will see slower traffic flows until work ends.