El Paso to Reopen Scenic Drive in Mid-November
The city expects to finish roadway and rock wall repairs to reopen the closed route by mid-November.
Updated on Oct. 22, 2026 in Safety
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The City of El Paso plans to reopen Scenic Drive to motorists by mid-November following emergency repair work. The route has been closed in both directions since a large hole formed beneath the pavement.
Why it matters
The closure remains in effect to ensure public safety while crews work to secure the roadway. The project addresses damage caused by continuous waves of heavy rain that impacted the area in September.
Crews are currently engaged in roadway repairs and the restoration of an adjacent rock wall. Scenic Drive remains fully closed to motorists in both directions until the mid-November target date.
The players
City of El Paso
This local government entity is responsible for maintaining municipal infrastructure and coordinating the emergency repairs on Scenic Drive.
The details
Repair crews are working to stabilize the structural integrity of the road after heavy rainfall created a large hole in September. The restoration efforts focus on both the street surface and the surrounding rock wall to prevent further damage.
Timeline
A large hole opened under Scenic Drive in September 2026.
Scenic Drive is expected to reopen in mid-November 2026.
Seasonal Patterns
This repair project follows the pattern of municipal infrastructure maintenance required after weather events exceed thresholds established by the National Weather Service's flash flood guidance. Heavy rainfall regularly necessitates such structural remediation in the El Paso region.
Motorists must continue to use alternate routes while the road remains closed in both directions. Drivers should plan for potential traffic delays on nearby streets until the city confirms the reopening date.
The takeaway
Drivers should monitor city traffic announcements for the official reopening date in November. Residents are advised to report any new signs of pavement instability or drainage issues to local public works departments to help prevent future closures.
Further reading
For more information on local road closures and safety updates, visit the El Paso Safety page.
Source note: This article includes information reported by KTSM 9 News.
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