ARLINGTON AVENUE BRIDGES PROJECT – 1ST STREET TO ISLAND AVENUE
RTC Project Manager, Bryan Byrne, P.E. – (775) 335-1865
- Arlington Avenue will close between West 1st Street and Island Avenue.
- Northbound traffic will be detoured to Virginia Street or Center Street.
- Southbound traffic and pedestrians will be detoured to the Sierra Street Bridge.
- West Street will be open to westbound traffic only between West Street and Stevenson Street.
- Wingfield Park will remain closed from May 5, 2025, until summer 2026.
- River recreation detours will also be in place.
- View detour maps at ArlingtonBridges.com
ARROWCREEK PARKWAY & WEDGE PARKWAY REHABILITATION
RTC Project Manager, Jessica Dover, P.E. – (775) 335-1831
February 02 – February 06
Granite construction will be on site to address punch list items on both Arrowcreek Parkway and Wedge Parkway over the next few weeks, weather dependent. Remaining Golden Gate Drive/Wedge Parkway signal improvements are anticipated to be installed early February 2026.
Arrowcreek Parkway & Wedge Parkway
- Open to two-way traffic with intermittent closures and flagger controls to complete remaining work items.
- Vehicles and pedestrians should follow posted detours; please use alternate routes such as Arrowcreek Parkway, Thomas Creek Road, and S. Virginia Street.
- Normal working hours are from 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday
MILL STREET CAPACITY & SAFETY
RTC Project Manager, Kimberly Diegle, P.E. – (775) 335-1844
Drivers will see a single lane closure on eastbound Mill Street from west to Kietzke Lane to I-580 during the day.
Pedestrian Detours
Please use signed detours in the vicinity of the Kietzke Lane/Mill Street intersection.
Bus Stop Closures
RTC RIDE bus service may be temporarily impacted within the project area. Detours or changes to bus stop locations will be noted in advance at the affected bus stop and at https://rtcwashoe.com/alerts/
In the event of a closure, riders should follow signage to the nearest bus stop of call RTC customer service at (775) 348-RIDE (348-7433) for real time information.
Visit MillStreetWidening.com for information and updates. Text “MillStreet” to 866-540-8466 to sign up for construction text alerts.
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 intersection of Sparks Boulevard/I80 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 through Friday. Nighttime work and marathon weekend work are anticipated, with traffic control updates communicated in advance of this work.
February 01 – February 07
The community can expect the following traffic control:
Northbound and Southbound Long-Term Closure (24/7 thru May 2026)
- 24/7 single lane closure Sparks Boulevard between Baring Boulevard and the Prater Way Intersection. Closure in effect through May 2026.
Northbound (5:00 a.m. -2:00 p.m. Monday-Friday)
- Free right turn closed to truck traffic from Sparks Boulevard northbound to Prater Way eastbound. Truck detour in place.
Howard Drive Detour
- Howard Drive closed at Sparks Boulevard. Detour available via Fargo Way to O’Callaghan Drive.
TRAFFIC SIGNAL FIBER 25-01
RTC Project Manager, Austin McCoy, P.E. – (775) 335-1824
Installation of traffic fiber on Vista Boulevard from Prater Way to Baring Boulevard, Longley Lane from Maestro Drive to S. McCarran Boulevard, Kietzke Lane from Fisherman’s Park to Galletti Way, and Galletti Way from Kietzke Lane to Glendale Avenue.
Galletti Way & Glendale Intersection
- Intermittent southbound lane restrictions for miscellaneous construction.
TRAFFIC SIGNAL MODIFICATIONS 25-01
RTC Project Manager, LaShonn Ford, P.E. – (775) 332-2136
Work will be paused temporarily for the winter and will resume in January 2026. There will be no lane restrictions during this time. Still expect there to be some traffic control devices at unfinished locations:
- Baring Boulevard / Truckee Lane
- E Greg Street / Kleppe Lane
- Robb Drive / Seventh Street
- Mayberry Drive / Hunter Lake Drive
VISTA AND DISC INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENT PROJECT
RTC Project Manager, Alex Wolfson, P.E. – (775) 335-1880
Work on the new turn lanes is substantially complete and the lanes are open to traffic. Please use caution around the intersection as minor work items occur.
Final traffic signal upgrades and road striping work will occur in the first half of 2026 when temperatures are warmer.
WEST FOURTH STREET DOWNTOWN
RTC Project Manager, Scott Gibson, P.E. – (775) 335-1874
Crews will continue working on the north side of Fourth Street between West Street and Keystone Avenue. Westbound outside lane will be closed in certain areas to provide a work zone buffer. There may also be lane reductions at the Vine Street intersection. Traffic impacts should be minimal. Slow down for workers!
NORTH VALLEYS NORTH VIRGINIA STREET CAPACITY IMPROVEMENT PROJECT
RTC Project Manager, Garrett Rodgers, P.E. – (775) 332-2139
February 01 – February 07
Crews will be performing underground utility investigations on North Virginia Street between Panther Drive and Stead Boulevard.
The traveling public can expect the following traffic control:
- Intermittent single lane closures in the northbound/westbound direction.
- Intermittent single lane closures in the southbound/eastbound direction.
7TH STREET, 6TH STREET, & WEST REHABILITATION PROJECT
RTC Project Manager, Ashley Hurlbut, P.E. – (775) 335-1861
Normal working hours are Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
February 02 – March 06
7th Street Between Keystone Avenue and Washington Street
Crews will be removing and replacing portions of concrete curb & gutter, sidewalks, pedestrian ramps, and driveways. Access will be maintained to adjacent properties during construction; however, temporary driveway closures will occur, and property owners/tenants will be notified 18-24 hours in advance of driveway closures or obstructions.
Vehicles and pedestrians should follow posted detours. Please use alternate routes such as University Terrace. Short traffic delays may occur.
Parking on street will not be possible within the construction traffic control zones during construction.
During construction, the RTC RIDE ROUTE 4 bus service will be impacted. Detours or changes to bus stop locations are noted in advance of the affected stops.
February 11 – March 13
6th Street Between Arlington Avenue and West Street & West Street Between 5th & 6th Street
Crews will be removing and replacing portions of concrete curb & getter, sidewalks, pedestrian ramps, and driveways. Access will be maintained to adjacent properties during construction; however, temporary driveway closures will occur, and property owners/tenants will be notified 18-24 hours in advance of driveway closures or obstructions.
Vehicles and pedestrians should follow posted detours: short traffic delays may occur.
- 6th Street will be closed between Arlington Avenue and West Street
- One-way southbound traffic on West Street from 6th Street to 5th Street.
- Please use alternate routes such as Arlington Avenue, 5th Street, and Sierra Street.
- Detour route for St. Mary’s Emergency Room will be posted.
- Access to parking garages and businesses will be maintained.
Parking on street will not be possible within the construction traffic control zones during construction.
