New Road Construction in Placitas, NM

Sandoval County Road Ordinance paved-section minimums are 12 inches of subgrade preparation, 6 inches of base course, and 3 inches of asphalt surface, with a 24-foot driving surface and 5-foot shoulders on each side. Side drainage ditches are constructed as approved by the County Engineer. Minimum public right-of-way is typically 50 feet. Grades shall not exceed 8 percent.

Yes. All roads and streets internal to a subdivision must be constructed in accordance with County Subdivision Regulations and Road Ordinance standards, whether public or private. Fire Marshal approval is required before roads are approved or built.

Many properties are on sloping ground. West Placitas and related standards can require a sealed slope analysis for sites at 20% grade or greater. Grading and drainage plans for Placitas Area subdivisions must show that construction or paving will not increase damage potential to adjacent properties. Positive drainage and controlled runoff are essential.

At roughly 5,800–6,000+ feet, freeze-thaw cycles are more frequent and snow is more common than in the valley. Intense UV accelerates binder oxidation. Adequate section design, quality mix, thorough compaction, and positive drainage significantly improve long-term performance.

Yes. Many Placitas properties have long private drives on sloping terrain. We design for positive drainage, proper cross-slope, and edge stability so water sheds correctly and the pavement resists erosion and freeze-thaw damage.

We serve all of Placitas, including the foothills, West Placitas, Homesteads and other subdivision areas, and surrounding Sandoval County communities within our service radius.