Las Vegas motorists should prepare for a series of overnight lane closures starting Monday as the Nevada Department of Transportation kicks off its plan to replace freeway signs across the city. In a detailed schedule released to the public, Nevada Department of Transportation highlighted the areas affected by these updates, including portions of I-11, U.S. 95, U.S. 93, I-215, and various local roads. Crews will work from 9:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. through Wednesday, May 21, focusing primarily on northbound I-15 from Oakey Blvd to the U.S. 95/US 93/I-11 interchange, infamously known as the "Spaghetti Bowl."
The project's schedule, which is weather-dependent and could change, restricts the contractor to a 5-mile work zone per night, aiming to limit the traffic impact on commuters as they traverse the nighttime roads, this part of the Nevada Department of Transportation's strategy to ensure minimal disruption to the daily ebb and flow of the city's vibrant lifeblood. With the Charleston Blvd on-ramp to northbound I-15 closed and overnight lane reductions in place, drivers are encouraged to take alternative routes or adjust their travel plans accordingly.
In addition to the lane restrictions early in the week, Nevada Department of Transportation also announced that on May 21, from 9:00 p.m. through the early morning hours of May 22, drivers should expect continued lane reductions on northbound I-15 leading up to the Spaghetti Bowl. Furthermore, the Neon Gateway High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) on-ramps to both north and southbound lanes of I-15 will also be out of service for the duration of the night.
These changes come as the Federal Highway Administration gave the green light for the re-designation of I-515 between the Henderson Interchange and Kyle Canyon Road as I-11 back in November 2023, according to Nevada Department of Transportation's website. This strategic update aims to support the corridor's mission to improve the essential north-south travel and amplify the regional economy by improving the flow of goods and traffic, Nevada Department of Transportation details the rationale behind the re-signing efforts, illustrating their commitment to a smoothly operating transportation network within the region.
Nevada Department of Transportation collaborates with traffic alert application Waze to keep the public informed about planned highway restrictions and suggests that motorists exercise extra caution when passing through the designated work zones. For those seeking additional information, the Nevada Department of Transportation website offers updates on state highway conditions, or concerned citizens can dial (775) 888-7000 for direct inquiries. Social media accounts like @NevadaDOTVegas on Twitter will also provide timely updates for southern Nevada, while broader updates from across the state are accessible via @nevadadot on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.
