Reno, Nevada (September 25, 2025) – The Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) of Washoe County will be implementing a closure on Howard Drive at Sparks Boulevard starting Monday, September 29 as part of the Sparks Boulevard Project. This closure will last approximately two weeks as crews work on underground utility improvements.
Residents are encouraged to detour via Fargo Way to the intersection of O’Callaghan Drive and Sparks Boulevard during this phase of construction.
“We encourage drivers to plan ahead and allow extra drive time as we make these improvements,” RTC Project Manager Garrett Rodgers said.
The Sparks Boulevard Project is anticipated for completion in 2027 and represents an approximate $86 million investment into the community via a combination of federal grants and local sources. The project will improve roadway capacity by constructing a six-lane facility, with three lanes in each direction. In addition, the project will improve intersection operations to enhance safety, add sidewalk, improve the pedestrian multi-use path, construct barrier rail, incorporate sound walls at select locations, and upgrade drainage systems to create a more robust transportation infrastructure.
For more information on the project, sign up for email or text updates at www.sparksblvdproject.com, or by texting “Sparks” to 866-540-8466.
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About RTC: The Regional Transportation Commission of Washoe County, Nevada serves the citizens of Reno, Sparks and unincorporated areas of Washoe County. As the federally designated Metropolitan Planning Organization for the region, the RTC provides leadership in planning and implements quality transportation systems to meet the community’s present and future transportation needs. For more information about RTC projects visit rtcwashoe.com and sign up for email updates using MyRTC or call (775) 348-0400. Follow RTC on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube.
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