Albuquerque Will Add Three New Speed Cameras
The city aims to improve traffic safety by installing additional cameras by November 2026.
Updated on Oct. 5, 2026 in Law Enforcement
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Albuquerque will expand its traffic enforcement network by installing three additional speed cameras by November 2026. These new units will join the 40 cameras currently operating throughout the city to encourage safer driving speeds.
Why it matters
The city relies on speed camera revenue to fund road safety countermeasures, as higher average vehicle speeds are directly correlated with increased rates of fatal crashes. Officials aim to reduce driver speeds to improve overall roadway safety for residents.
Albuquerque currently operates 40 speed cameras, having collected $11 million in fees since 2022. Average vehicle speeds dropped by 8.8 miles per hour at the first 20 camera locations, though the precise placement of the new units remains under study.
The players
Heather Berghmans
She is a New Mexico state senator who is seeking to adjust how municipalities retain revenue from traffic enforcement fees.
The details
The city recently finalized a bus and turn lane project on East Central near Juan Tabo as part of ongoing road safety initiatives. Meanwhile, state Sen. Heather Berghmans intends to introduce legislation in the upcoming session to change the current 50-50 revenue-sharing ratio between New Mexico municipalities and the state.
Timeline
Collection of speed camera fees began in 2022.
Three new speed cameras are expected to be installed by November 2026.
Sen. Berghmans plans to introduce a revenue-sharing bill in the upcoming legislative session.
Legal Context
The city's expansion follows a precedent set by the New Mexico 50-50 speed camera fee-sharing statute. Sen. Berghmans' proposed legislation marks a potential shift in how municipalities and the state divide enforcement revenue.
Residents may see additional speed enforcement units in their neighborhoods as site surveys determine the most effective locations for the new cameras. Drivers should be aware that the city continues to use these fees to fund road safety improvements and traffic calming measures.
The takeaway
Consistent enforcement has already proven effective in Albuquerque, with average speeds dropping significantly at established camera sites. Local drivers can expect continued emphasis on traffic safety as the city balances infrastructure funding with speed reduction goals.
Further reading
Learn more about local traffic enforcement efforts on the Law Enforcement page.
Source note: This article includes information reported by KOB.
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