Nevada Department of Transportation
Nevada DOT completing US 50 project near Cave Rock on Lake Tahoe East Shore
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 08/17/2018 - 2:53pmWith most of the major work stabilizing a roadside slope wrapping up this week, crews expect to remove lane reductions on U.S. 50 near Cave Rock.
NDOT to finish up U.S. 50 Roadside Slope Stabilization Project at Tahoe this week
Submitted by editor on Wed, 08/15/2018 - 9:18amCARSON CITY — The Nevada Department of Transportation has substantially completed a project to stabilize a roadside slope on U.S. 50 near Cave Rock at Lake Tahoe.
NDOT offers travel advice along Lake Tahoe's State Route 28 shared use path work zone
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 08/02/2018 - 4:23pmCARSON CITY — In the midst of Tahoe’s busy summer tourism season, the Nevada Department of Transportation is offering reminders for convenient and safe access to outdoor recreation and businesses within the State Route 28 Shared Use Path and Safety, Stormwater Enhancements construction zone.
Public invited to provide feedback on Nevada's transportation projects
Submitted by editor on Wed, 08/01/2018 - 3:46pmCARSON CITY — The Nevada Department of Transportation is inviting the public to comment on planned transportation projects and improvements outlined in the Work Program document, including updates to the Statewide Transportation Improvement Program.
Highway 50 in Nevada designated official U.S. Bicycle Route
Submitted by editor on Thu, 07/26/2018 - 2:28pmCARSON CITY — The Nevada Department of Transportation announced that U.S. 50 across the state has been designated as Nevada’s first official U.S. Bicycle Route, joining the world’s largest network of national bike routes and expanding tourism and long-term economic potential for local communities along the route.
Nevada Department of Transportation names Thor Dyson as assistant director of operations
Submitted by editor on Mon, 07/23/2018 - 10:29amCARSON CITY — Thor Dyson has been promoted to assistant director of operations for the Nevada Department of Transportation, officials announced Monday. He replaces former assistant director of operations Reid Kaiser who retired after nearly 30 years at NDOT.
Lake Tahoe's Zephyr Cove sees pedestrian improvements
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 07/17/2018 - 5:19pmDrivers at Lake Tahoe will see new pedestrian crossing signals as the Nevada Department of Transportation on Tuesday completed a project to install pedestrian safety improvements on U.S. 50 in the Zephyr Cove area.
NDOT to host public information meetings to evaluate future Interstate 11 corridors
Submitted by editor on Mon, 07/02/2018 - 9:48amCARSON CITY — The Nevada Department of Transportation will host public information meetings in July and August to provide updates on corridor selection for the future Interstate 11 connecting the Las Vegas valley and northwestern Nevada.
Roadside fencing, cattle guards among NDOT improvements through Washoe Valley
Submitted by editor on Wed, 06/27/2018 - 2:16pmDrivers will see single lane closures and travel delays of up to 30 minutes on Alternate, Old U.S. 395 in Washoe Valley this Thursday through July 6 as part of a continuing Nevada Department of Transportation project to resurface the highway.
NDOT to suspend State Route 28 construction at Tahoe for July 4 holiday period
Submitted by editor on Wed, 06/27/2018 - 9:59amCARSON CITY — The Nevada Department of Transportation announced that work on the State Route 28 shared used path south of Incline Village at Lake Tahoe will be on hold during the entire Fourth of July holiday week, July 2-6.
Lane closures begin Sunday on U.S. 395 in Carson Valley for improvements, traffic signal install
Submitted by editor on Thu, 06/21/2018 - 2:34pmCARSON CITY — Turn lane closures and lane reductions will take place next week on U.S. 395 at Airport Road in the Carson Valley as part of an ongoing Nevada Department of Transportation project to install a traffic signal and improve other highway intersections.
NDOT seeks public comment on rural transit needs, meetings in Carson City, Carson Valley
Submitted by editor on Mon, 06/11/2018 - 11:17amCARSON CITY — The Nevada Department of Transportation is hosting community workshops to gather public input on rural transit services and needs. NDOT is updating the Coordinated Human Services Transportation Plan for rural Nevada.
NDOT to begin resurface of Alternate U.S. 395 through Pleasant Valley beginning Monday
Submitted by editor on Fri, 06/08/2018 - 2:40pmCARSON CITY — Drivers will see single lane closures and minor travel delays on Alternate, Old U.S. 395 in Pleasant Valley as part of a Nevada Department of Transportation project to resurface the highway.
NDOT to make pedestrian safety improvements on Highway 50 at Tahoe's Zephyr Cove
Submitted by editor on Mon, 06/04/2018 - 11:22amCARSON CITY — The Nevada Department of Transportation will begin a project Monday to install pedestrian safety improvements on U.S. 50 in the Zephyr Cove area of Lake Tahoe.
NDOT to paint cattle guard on Highway 50 east of Dayton to reduce horses on roadway
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 05/29/2018 - 7:47pmCARSON CITY — Single lane closures will happen this Friday and Saturday on U.S. 50 east of Dayton as the Nevada Department of Transportation paints a cattle guard across the highway to reduce horses entering the roadway.
Carson City weather: Strong thunderstorms possible this afternoon into tonight
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 05/24/2018 - 1:07pmUPDATE 2:48PM: The National Weather Service in Reno has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Douglas County, Carson City, Central Lyon County and southern Wash County until 3:30 p.m.
Highway 395 near Topaz Lodge reopened
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 05/21/2018 - 8:08pmUPDATE 3:51PM: Progress was made cleaning up the massive debris flows caused by a mudslide Monday across Highway 395. With help from the Nevada Department of Transportation Highway 395 is now open. The Douglas County Road Department, Town of Minden and the Town of Gardnerville made progress on Topaz Park Road and it remains open.
WNC graduate Sofia Valenzuela finds her niche in construction management
Submitted by editor on Fri, 05/18/2018 - 11:20amSofia Valenzuela hasn’t been afraid of change and crossing gender norms during her college education.
Valenzuela started as a civil engineer major at the University of Nevada, Reno, then transferred to Western Nevada College to pursue a Bachelor of Applied Science degree in Construction Management.
Carson City traffic signal network keeping pace with development, officials say
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Thu, 05/17/2018 - 12:22pmAs new residential construction projects continue moving forward in Carson City, the transportation network around the Nevada state capital is keeping pace with growth that has occurred and is projected to occur, said Carson City Transportation Manager Lucia Maloney.
NDOT to resurface Alternate U.S. 395 through Pleasant and Washoe valleys
Submitted by editor on Tue, 05/15/2018 - 11:14amCARSON CITY — Single lane closures will begin Wednesday on sections of Alternate, Old U.S. 395 in Pleasant and Washoe valleys as the Nevada Department of Transportation resurfaces the roadway.
Agriculture department withdraws Virginia Range horse management proposal request
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 05/10/2018 - 10:02amThe Nevada Department of Agriculture said it has withdrawn request for proposals for the transfer of ownership of more than 2,900 horses on the Virginia Range after not having received any proposals by the April 16 deadline.
Single lane closures on Highway 50 Tahoe near Cave Rock for roadside slope improvements
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 05/07/2018 - 8:42amCARSON CITY — Beginning Monday, May 7, single lane closures will be in place on U.S. 50 near Cave Rock at Lake Tahoe as the Nevada Department of Transportation completes roadside slope repairs.
Single lane closures this weekend along northbound I-580 through Washoe Valley
Submitted by editor on Thu, 05/03/2018 - 2:14pmCARSON CITY — Single lane closures will be in place on northbound Interstate 580 through Washoe Valley this Saturday and Sunday, May 5-6, as the Nevada Department of Transportation performs routine pavement monitoring and analysis.
Shaheen Beauchamp Builders celebrates 20th anniversary, Summit Award
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 04/28/2018 - 7:54amShaheen Beauchamp Builders, LLC kicked off its 20th anniversary celebration by claiming the 2017 Retail Development of the Year Summit Award and receiving a Senatorial Certificate from Sen. Dean Heller’s office.
Shaheen Beauchamp Builders celebrates 20th anniversary, Summit Award
Submitted by editor on Fri, 04/27/2018 - 7:03pmCARSON CITY — Shaheen Beauchamp Builders LLC kicked off its 20th anniversary celebration by claiming the 2017 Retail Development of the Year Summit Award and receiving a Senatorial Certificate from Sen. Dean Heller’s office.
State Route 88, Centerville Lane intersection in Douglas County to close for roundabout install
Submitted by editor on Fri, 04/27/2018 - 10:51amCARSON CITY — A 10-day intersection closure will begin Monday, April 30 on State Route 88 at Centerville Lane in Douglas County as the Nevada Department of Transportation installs a traffic roundabout.
Single lane travel Sunday along U.S. 50 from Dayton to Carson City due to road resealing
Submitted by editor on Thu, 04/26/2018 - 9:51amCARSON CITY — Lanes will be reduced on westbound U.S. 50 in west Dayton Sunday, April 29 as the Nevada Department of Transportation resurfaces roadway cracking.
Temporary traffic signals coming Saturday to USA Parkway ahead of permanent ones
Submitted by editor on Wed, 04/25/2018 - 2:21pmCARSON CITY — Beginning Saturday, April 28, drivers will see changes on the USA Parkway as the Nevada Department of Transportation installs temporary traffic signals near Electric Avenue before construction of a permanent signal begins.
NDOT to install traffic roundabout on State Route 88 at Centerville Lane in Douglas County
Submitted by editor on Wed, 04/18/2018 - 3:32pmCARSON CITY, Nev. – Daytime single lane closures, followed by a 10-day intersection closure, will begin Monday, April 23 on State Route 88 at Centerville Lane in Douglas County as the Nevada Department of Transportation installs a traffic roundabout.
Muller Lane in Carson Valley to close to through traffic starting Monday for bridge replacement
Submitted by editor on Fri, 04/13/2018 - 3:20pmCARSON CITY, Nev. – Muller Lane in the Carson Valley will be closed to through traffic beginning Monday, April 16 as the Nevada Department of Transportation replaces aging bridge and drainage structures.