Weekly Traffic Control Report

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

Microsurfacing (Day Work)

Pavement Striping (Night Work 7:00 p.m. – 7:00 a.m.)

Thermoplastic 

Traffic Loops (Day Work)

Crack Seal (Day Work)

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

Work Description

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.

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

Work Description 

Concrete work at Richard Springs Boulevard and at the Eagle Canyon Park entrance is underway. Site preparation and grading are also underway for construction of the shared-use path from Calle De La Plata to Alena Way.  

Traffic Impacts 

 Working hours are between 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. 

• On Eagle Canyon Drive, expect shoulder closures and/or lane shifts in both directions from Eagle Canyon Park to Calle De La Plata. This closure includes the bicycle lane, so please remember to use caution and share the road with bicycles. 
• Travel lanes on Eagle Canyon Drive will be reduced to a single lane in each direction at Richard Springs Boulevard.  
• Truckee Meadows Water Authority has a concurrent project on Goldeneye Parkway that may cause additional impacts. This may include lane shifts or flagger control on Eagle Canyon Drive. Access to Goldeneye Parkway may be closed from Eagle Canyon Drive. Please use caution in the area.  

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

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

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.

MILL STREET CAPACITY & SAFETY PROJECT
RTC Project Manager, Kimberly Diegle, P.E. – (775) 335-1844

Lane Closures  

Construction is substantially complete and all lanes are open.  Some single lane closures may occur on Mill Street fro Yori Way to Terminal Way to complete minor work items.  Closures on Kietzke Lane in the vicinity may also take place.

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

On Prater Way from Pyramid Way to Stanford Way, lanes will be reduced to one lane in each direction 24/7.

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

August 10 – August 14

Work during the week of 8/10/2026 will generally occur within the shoulder on the west side of the roadway in the southbound direction, and includes: roadway excavation, utility relocations, and demolition of existing facilities.

• Traffic control impacts will include intermittent shoulder closures starting at the south end of the project and moving north to Calle De La Plata
• A minimum of one paved travel lane will be open in each direction
• Left turn lanes at all signalized intersections will be open
• Short traffic delays may occur during this phase of construction
• 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
• Vehicles and pedestrians should follow posted detours and proceed with caution throughout the work zone.

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

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.

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.

Construction operations will mostly take place from 5:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. in the northbound direction and 9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. in the southbound direction, Monday – Friday. Nighttime work and marathon weekend work are anticipated, with traffic control updates communicated in advance of this work.

August 9 – August 15

The community can expect the following traffic control:

Northbound and Southbound Long-Term Closure (24/7 through August 2026) 

• 24/7 single lane closure Sparks Boulevard between Prater Way and the Baring Boulevard intersection in the northbound direction. Closure in effect through July 2026. 
• 24/7 single lane closure Sparks Boulevard between Shadow Lane and Prater Way intersections in the southbound direction. Closure in effect through July 2026.  

Southbound (9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. Monday – Friday) 

• Single lane closure on Sparks Boulevard from Prater Way to Lincoln Way.  

Northbound (5:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Monday – Friday) 

• Single lane closure on Sparks Boulevard from Lincoln Way to Prater Way. 
• Single lane closure on Sparks Boulevard, Baring Boulevard to Shadow Lane.

Howard Drive Detour:  

• Howard Drive closed at Sparks Boulevard. A detour is available via Fargo Way to O’Callaghan Drive.

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

Work Description

Construction will continue through September 2026. Ion Drive to re-open Monday, August 10th.  Crews will begin work on the Sawgrass Lane approach.  Trenching operations underway adjacent to Ion Drive from Sparks Boulevard to Los Altos Boulevard. There are currently lane restrictions and detours in place so please plan accordingly and use caution in the area.

Traffic Impacts

Working hours for the project are 7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

• There will be a 24/7 closure of the outside travel lane in the southbound direction. This configuration will be in place until approximately August 7th. Please remember to share the road with bicyclists as the bike lane will be impacted in both directions.

TRAFFIC SIGNAL MODIFICATIONS 25-01
RTC Project Manager, LaShonn Ford, P.E. – (775) 332-2136

The project is substantially complete.

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

Lane Closures

Construction continues Sunday nights to Friday mornings from 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.  Lanes on S. Virginia STreet will be reducied to one lane in each dirrection from Moana Lane to Hubbard Way.

Gentry Way Intersection

Through traffic on Gentry Way at Virginia Street may be detoured from 7:00 p.m. – 7:00 am.

BRT Stations

Daytime work at the northbound and southbound Bus Rapid Transit stations at McCarran Boulevard and the southbound stations at Orchard Plaza and Mt. Rose Street will occur.  Shoulder closures are in place at the stations.  Closed stations are temporaily relocated for passenger pickup.  Passengers should follow signage to the nearest available stop.

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

Project is substantially complete. 

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

Traffic continues to be shifted to the southside of Fourth Street, with two–way traffic in one lane each direction in the four-lane areas. The north side of the roadway will be a work zone throughout the corridor. MAJOR CHANGE! In the two-lane area west of Summit Ridge Drive, traffic will be one way only, eastbound. Both Summit Ridge Drive and Stoker Avenue will be restricted to northbound traffic only. No right turns will be allowed onto Fourth Street from southbound Keystone. Traffic will follow detours to Ralston Street and back to Fourth Street. Work is progressing throughout the corridor. Please slow down so everyone goes home safe! 

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

Roadbed work and paving operations are ongoing. 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.