Weekly Traffic Control Report

2026 PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE PROGRAM
RTC Project Manager, Jessica Dover, P.E. – (775) 335-1831

Utility Adjustments (Day Work)

BUCK DRIVE ROADWAY IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT
RTC Project Manager, Bryan Byrne, P.E. – (775) 335-1865

Work This Week

This project will be completed in multiple phases. The next phase will implement final striping. The new signal at North Hills Boulevard and Buck Drive will be installed later this fall.

Traffic Impacts

• Traffic control will be in place with modified travel patterns.
• Utilize U-turns for business access.

BUS STOP IMPROVEMENTS 26-01 PROEJCT 
RTC Project Manager, Ashley Hurlbut, P.E. – (775) 335-1861

Work This Week

Construction will begin on the RTC RIDE bus stop on southbound Robb Drive at McQueen High School.  The bus stop is being relocated to the south near Lancer Street.  The bus stop will be upgraded to include a shelter and ADA accessibility.

Traffic Impacts

Bus service at this bus stop will be temporarily impacted.  Any detours or changes to the bus stop locations will be noted in advance of the affected bus stop.  The right travel lane and bike lane will be closed southbound at Robb Drive between 7th Street and Lancer Street during daytime working hours.  Vehicles and bicycles will share the road through the work zone. A pedestrian detour will be in place.

EAGLE CANYON SAFETY AND OPERATIONS PROJECT
RTC Project Manager, LaShonn Ford, P.E., P.T.O.E. – (775) 332-2136

The project is substantially complete. There may be intermittent closures as crews work to complete final items. On behalf of RTC, thank you for your patience throughout the course of construction.   

GALLETTI WAY – KIETZKE LANE TO GLENDALE AVENUE
RTC Project Manager, Scott Gibson, P.E. – (775) 335-1874

Work This Week

Work on this project begins Monday, October 5th with a lane closure from Kietzke Lane to Glendale Avenue.  The contractor, Sierra Nevada Constuction (SNC), will be starting on the concrete and drainage work.

MILITARY ROAD CAPACITY AND SAFETY PROJECT
RTC Project Manager, Austin McCoy, P.E. – (775) 335-1824

Work This Week

Traffic will be shifted on Military Road to allow for two-way traffic, with one lane in each direction.

Public Information

The community is encouraged to stay informed about the project by accessing the project website: rtcwashoe.com/project/military-road-capacity-safety or by calling the Project Hoteline at (775) 235-2686.

PEMBROKE DRIVE CAPACITY AND SAFETY IMPROVEMENTS (MCCARRAN BOULEVARD TO VETERANS PARKWAY)
RTC Project Manager, Ashley Hurlbut, P.E. – (775) 335-1861

Work This Week

Earthwork on the north side of Pembroke Drive and the installation of the underground utilities and storm-drain infrastructure.

Traffic Impacts

Minimal traffic impacts are anticipated this week.  The north-side roadway shoulder will be closed 24-hours a day and intermittenet lane closures may occur while crews install undergorund infrastucture across Pembroke Drive.  Drivers should use caution and follow posted traffic-control devices.

PRATER WAY REHABILITATION PROJECT
RTC Project Manager, Kimberly Diegle, P.E. – (775) 335-1844

Work This Week

Crews have begun electric utility work on the south side of Prater Way in preparation for paving on this side.

Traffic Impacts

• Two-way traffic will be maintained on the north side of Prater Way.
• No street parking is allowed from Pyramid Way to Standford Way.
• Side streets and commercial drivewasy will remain acessible using temporary ramps, except for brief periods when construction equipment is active in the area.

PYRAMID HIGHWAY OPERATIONS IMPROVEMENTS
RTC Project Manager, Jessica Dover, P.E. – (775) 335-1831

Project Information 

Construction is anticipated to continue through Spring 2027.  The project liist ectend from ingenuity Avenue to Egyptian Drive.

Work This Week

During the week of October 5-9, crews will continue placing base and grading in the southbound and northbound directions and will continue installation of drainage improvements.

Upcoming Work

Pacing on Pyramid Highway is anticipated to start the week of October 19.

Traffic Impacts

Drivers and pedestrians shoudl follow posted detours and use caution throughout the work zone.

• Intermittent shoulder closures in both directions, throughout the project limits (Egyptian Drive to Ingenuity Avenue)
• At least one paved travel lane will remain open in each direction.
• Left turn lanes at all signalized intersections will remain open unless otherwise approved by the RTC.
• Short traffic delays may occur.
• Access will be maintained to adjacent properties,
  • Temporary driveway closures may occur during certain construction activities; and if so, Q & D will provide notice to impacted properties 18-24 hours prior to start of work.
• Normal working hours are from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Monday – Friday.

SPARKS BOULEVARD CAPACITY IMPROVEMENT PROJECT – NORTH PHASE
RTC Project Manager, Garrett Rodgers, P.E. – (775) 332-2139

Project Information

Construction will continue through June 2027. Project limits are from the intersection of Sparks Boulevard/I-80 westbound ramps to the intersection of Sparks Boulevard/Shadow Lane intersection.

Traffic Impacts

• Northbound: 5:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m., Monday – Friday
• Southbound: 9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m., Monday – Friday

Nighttime work and work during special events may occur.  Additional traffic control information will be provided in advance when applicable.

Work This Week

• 24/7 single-lane closure is anticipated on northbound Sparks Boulevard between Lincoln Way and Baring Boulevard intersection.
• 24/7 single-lane closure is anticipated on southbound Sparks Boulevard between Shadow Lane and Lincoln Way. 
• Howard Drive is closed at Sparks Boulevard. Drivers should use Fargo Wayand O’Callaghan Drive as the detour route.

Public Information

The community is encouraged to stay informed about the project by accessing the project website (www.sparksblvdproject.com) or by texting “Sparks” to 866-540-8466.

SPARKS BOULEVARD/ION DRIVE TRAFFIC SIGNAL PROJECT
RTC Project Manager, LaShonn Ford, P.E., P.T.O.E – (775) 332-2136

Work This Week

Concrete, paving, and striping work at the intersection is complete. Construction is temporarily paused while the project team waits for signal equipment to be delivered.

TRAFFIC SIGNAL FIBER 26-01 PROJECT
RTC Project Manager, LaShonn Ford, P.E., P.T.O.E – (775) 332-2136

Work This Week

Crews are performing trenching work to install fiber-optic conduit. During daytime working hours, the outside northbound lane of El Rancho Drive will be closed between Greenbrae Drive and Wedekind Road.  Drivers should follow posted signs and use caution in the work zone. 

VIRGINIA LINE BRT IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT
RTC Project Manager, Kimberly Diegle, P.E. – (775) 335-1844

Work This Week

Construction will continue Sunday night through Friday morning from 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.  South Virginia Street will be reduced to one-lane in each direction from Moana Lane to Hubbard Way.  Through traffic on Gentry Way at South Virginia Street may be detoured between 7:00 p.m. – 7:00 am.

BRT Stations Impacts

• Southbound Station Closures: Mt. Rose, Orchard Plaza, McCarran Boulevard
• Northbound Station Closures: McCarran Boulevard, Center Street, Liberty Street

Closed stations are temporaily relocated for passenger pickup.  Passengers should follow posted signs to the nearest available stop.

WEST FOURTH STREET SAFTEY (VINE STREET TO MCCARRAN BOULEVARD) PROJECT
RTC Project Manager, Scott Gibson, P.E. – (775) 335-1874

Work This Week

There will be a full closure of Fourth Street between Vine Street and Keystone Avenue as the contractor completes roadway preparation for paving.  This will be in place through October 29. 

Traffic Impacts

Drivers should expect changing traffic patterns and increased construction activity throughout the corridor.  Please slow down, follow posted signs, and use caution when traveling through work zone.

• Westbound: One-way traffic from Keystone Avenue to Stoker Avenue (detour at Stoker Avenue to Summit Ridge Drive)
• Eastbound: One-way traffic from McCarran Boulevard to Summit Ridge Drive

WHITE FIR STREET REHABILITATION PROJECT
RTC Project Manager, Austin McCoy, P.E. – (775) 335-1824

Work This Week

Traffic will be shifted on White Fir Street to allow for two-way traffic, with one lane in each direction. Please use caution in the area.