Las Vegas is taking steps to make its streets safer for both pedestrians and students with construction slated to start on pedestrian safety improvements at three intersections known for high injury rates. The focus is on areas around public schools that fall within the city's High Injury Network (HIN), targeting streets which see 77% of the total serious injuries and fatal traffic crashes despite only making up 11% of its streets.
The intersections undergoing renovations are Nellis Boulevard/Cedar Avenue, Rancho Drive/Coran Lane, and Sahara Avenue/Redwood Street. According to a bulletin released by the City of Las Vegas, the upgrades will include new ADA ramps, pedestrian flasher systems, median crossing refuge areas, improved street lighting and better pavement marking and traffic signage. While remaining accessible to residents and businesses, drivers should anticipate lane closures and potential delays during the construction period starting July 13.
Construction efforts are set to take place primarily at nighttime to mitigate traffic disruptions, working from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m., Sunday through Friday. CG&B Enterprises has been named as the contractor overseeing the project. With an end goal set for March 2026, the improvements come at an estimated cost of $2,474,777, funded by State of Nevada Safety Funds and the Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada.
Lane restrictions will be in force during daytime hours as well, so motorists around the concerned areas should brace for shifted traffic patterns. For those with pressing questions or emerging concerns, the city has provided a contact number at 702.538.6686 for direct communication. The nighttime work schedule is designed to reduce the impact on daily traffic, but Las Vegans should still be prepared for changes on their commutes.
