Nevada Department of Transportation
Governor announces 2-hour opening delay Wednesday for northern Nevada state offices due to storm
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 01/26/2021 - 8:04pmCARSON CITY — Due to expected overnight snow and cold weather, the Nevada Department of Transportation and the Department of Public Safety are anticipating dangerous road conditions in the Carson City, Washoe County and Douglas County areas on Wednesday morning.
NDOT to host virtual public information meeting on Mt. Rose Highway corridor plan
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 01/20/2021 - 1:27pmCARSON CITY — With intersection improvements already scheduled for coming years at two Mt. Rose Highway intersections, the Nevada Department of Transportation will launch a virtual public meeting on Jan. 26 to gather public feedback on corridor planning to define future traffic improvements to the lower segment of the highway.
Deadline nears for Nevada schoolchildren to participate in aviation art contest
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 01/13/2021 - 11:45amCARSON CITY, Nev. — The Nevada Department of Transportation is reminding Nevada schoolchildren that there is one week left to participate in the National Association of State Aviation Officials’ art contest.
Nevada to prioritize elderly, essential workforce concurrently under new COVID vaccine rollout
Submitted by admin on Mon, 01/11/2021 - 7:08pmNevada is moving to a new COVID-19 vaccination strategy that will allow the state to distribute doses to essential workers and priority segments of the population in tandem.
No DUI checkpoints in Carson City this New Year's Eve but heavy patrol presence guaranteed
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 12/31/2020 - 11:17amLaw enforcement around Carson City and Northern Nevada will be in "saturation" mode throughout the day and into the new year looking for suspected DUI drivers.
Nevada schoolchildren invited to enter art contest during Christmas holiday vacation
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 12/25/2020 - 9:43amCARSON CITY — With many Nevada schoolchildren looking for safe and healthy activities during the holiday break, the Nevada Department of Transportation invites families to participate in the National Association of State Aviation Officials’ art contest.
ICYMI: Traffic signal warnings signs to be updated Monday in Carson City, Douglas County
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 11/29/2020 - 6:07pmBeginning Monday, Nov. 30, drivers will see changes to the flashing warning signals placed in advance of some traffic signals in Carson City and Douglas County as the Nevada Department of Transportation updates the warning signals.
Carson City, western Nevada and Lake Tahoe region welcomes first snow of the season
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 11/08/2020 - 8:28amA much welcomed blanket of snow fell over the Carson City, western Nevada and Lake Tahoe areas overnight, giving way to the first snowfall of the season and a relief for the much-needed precipitation in our parched climate.
With season's first storm arriving this weekend, NDOT prepares to keep roads clear
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 11/04/2020 - 8:55amA strong storm will push through the Sierra and western Nevada beginning Friday into the weekend, bringing gusty winds, much colder temperatures and chances for rain and snow showers, according to the National Weather Service.
Single lane closures ahead on US 395 south of Gardnerville for roadway maintenance
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 10/22/2020 - 1:08pmCARSON CITY — Single lane closures will take place on U.S. 395 south of Gardnerville weekdays through mid-November as the Nevada Department of Transportation fills age-related cracking of the roadway surface.
Nevada schoolchildren invited to participate in aviation art contest
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 10/15/2020 - 3:58pmCARSON CITY — The Nevada Department of Transportation is inviting Nevada schoolchildren to participate in the National Association of State Aviation Officials’ art contest celebrating the ways in which aviation, hang gliding, hot air ballooning and other air sports connect people across the world.
Nevada Department of Transportation launches redesigned customer service portal
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 10/04/2020 - 12:44pmCARSON CITY — In celebration of National Customer Service Week beginning Monday, Oct. 5, the Nevada Department of Transportation is announcing a new on-line customer service portal providing enhanced access to Nevada highway information through the nevadadot.com website.
NDOT reminder: Political signs are not allowed on Nevada state highway roadsides
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 09/27/2020 - 9:48pmCARSON CITY — The Nevada Department of Transportation is reminding community members that political signage is not allowed on state highway property.
NDOT hiring temporary winter highway maintenance workers
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 09/27/2020 - 11:42amCARSON CITY — With the start of fall, the Nevada Department of Transportation is preparing to keep state roads clear when winter snow flies. NDOT is hiring temporary highway maintenance workers, including snow plow and anti-icing operations and assisting in highway emergency response, among other duties.
Nevada agencies urge caution while driving Highway 50 due to Virginia Range horses
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 09/01/2020 - 11:04amDue to increased horse activity on U.S Highway 50 and Alternate U.S. 395, Nevada Department of Agriculture and Nevada Department of Transportation officials urge motorists to use extreme caution when driving in the Virginia Range area.
Nevadans can submit traffic safety freeway sign message ideas through August 31
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 08/25/2020 - 9:43amCARSON CITY — Having received around 600 submissions so far, the Nevada Department of Transportation reminds Nevada drivers they have through Monday, Aug. 31 to submit contest entries for creative traffic safety messages to potentially be displayed on electronic freeway signs.
Reno Spaghetti Bowl project with northbound I-580 lane closures begins August 16
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 08/09/2020 - 7:08amNorthbound Interstate 580 lanes will be shifted and reduced directly south of the spaghetti bowl beginning Aug. 16 as Nevada Department of Transportation launches the Spaghetti Bowl Xpress project.
Nevadans can submit proposed safety messages to NDOT for electronic freeway signs
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 08/04/2020 - 9:50amCARSON CITY — The Nevada Department of Transportation is inviting Nevada drivers to submit contest entries for creative traffic safety messages to be displayed on electronic freeway signs.
Project along US 50 Spooner begins wrap-up, single lane closures start Thursday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 07/28/2020 - 9:51amCARSON CITY — Single lane closures will take place on U.S. 50 between Carson City and Spooner summit beginning July 30 as the Nevada Department of Transportation wraps up a project to reduce roadside erosion and help preserve water quality.
NDOT to install 'no parking' signs on State Route 28 in southeast Incline Village
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 07/13/2020 - 9:43amCARSON CITY, Nev. — The Nevada Department of Transportation will add no parking signs to enhance traffic safety on a section of State Route 28 in southeastern Incline Village.
NDOT opens Highway 395, repairs Numbers Fire damage to guard rails
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 07/08/2020 - 12:06pmHighway 395 south of Gardnerville has been cleared by the Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT) and is now safe for motorists to travel.
NDOT takes public comment on future Nevada transportation projects
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 07/06/2020 - 11:22amCARSON CITY — The Nevada Department of Transportation is inviting the public to comment through Aug. 1 on planned transportation projects and improvements outlined in the Work Program document, including updates to the Statewide Transportation Improvement Program.
U.S. Highway 95 closure for earthquake repairs near Tonopah extended through June 30
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 06/16/2020 - 10:13amTONOPAH, Nev. — The Nevada Department of Transportation is extending the temporary closure of U.S. Highway 95 between the U.S. Route 6 and State Route 360 junctions through June 30 in Esmeralda and Mineral counties.
Lane reductions this week for routine NDOT inspection of Galena Creek Bridge
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 06/14/2020 - 9:57amTraffic lanes will be reduced on Interstate 580 north of Carson City and south of Reno this Monday through Thursday as the Nevada Department of Transportation performs routine inspection of the Galena Creek Bridge.
NDOT to resurface Centerville Lane in Douglas, weather pushes up start date to June 9
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 06/07/2020 - 7:40pmCARSON CITY, Nev. – Closures will be in place June 9-17 on Centerville Lane, State Route 756 in Douglas County as the Nevada Department of Transportation resurfaces the roadway. The start date was originally set to begin Monday, June 8.
Obituary: Margaret Mitchell
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 06/02/2020 - 8:20pmMargaret Susan Mitchell, nee Griffin, passed peacefully at her home in Carson City on May 26, 2020 following a lengthy illness. She was born in Pasadena, California on February 3, 1952 to Richard D. Griffin Sr and Helen Ruth Joy Griffin. The family moved to Reno in 1959 when Margaret’s father was stationed at Stead Air Force Base.
U.S. Highway 95 earthquake repairs near Tonopah to close roadway June 3-17
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 05/31/2020 - 10:53amThe Nevada Department of Transportation is temporarily closing U.S. Highway 95 between the U.S. Route 6 and State Route 360 junctions from 6 a.m., June 3, through 4 p.m., June 17, in Esmeralda and Mineral counties. (This stretch of highway averages about 2,300 vehicles daily).
Earthquake causes road damage in Esmeralda County, resulting in road shut down
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 05/15/2020 - 10:53amAs of 7:30 AM May 15, 2020 US95 from the US6 (Coaldale Junction) in Esmeralda County, to the US95 and Nevada 360 Junction in Mineral County is CLOSED.
Did you feel it? Large earthquake shakes near Tonopah, felt in Carson City region
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 05/15/2020 - 4:18amUPDATE: The USGS increases the magnitude from 6.4 to 6.5 Friday morning.
UPDATE: Reports coming in from throughout the region note the quake was felt throughout northern and southern Nevada, as well as in Central and Northern California. Esmeralda County Sheriff’s Office, Nevada Highway Patrol, and Nevada Department of Transportation report several areas of US95 have damage caused from the 6.4 magnitude earthquake that occurred this morning.
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A preliminary magnitude 6.4 earthquake shook near Tonopah and Walker Lake in the Monte Cristo Range early Friday morning at 4:03 a.m. The large earthquake was felt in Carson City and throughout northern Nevada and Lake Tahoe.
Single lane closures eastbound on Highway 50 in Dayton begins Wednesday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 05/12/2020 - 9:46amCARSON CITY — Single lane closures will take place on eastbound U.S. 50 in Dayton May 13-15 as the Nevada Department of Transportation fills age-related cracking of the roadway surface.