The Nevada Department of Transportation has substantially completed a 20-mile rehabilitation project on U.S. Highway 95 near Searchlight, aimed at improving safety and extending the road’s lifespan. The work included repaving, drainage improvements, updated signage, and pavement striping for better visibility and guidance, according to the Nevada Department of Transportation.
The project also incorporated environmentally conscious measures, including protections for the federally and state-protected Mojave Desert tortoise. Nevada Department of Transportation focused on enhancing roadway performance while balancing traveler safety and ecological responsibility.
Nevada Department of Transportation has completed a highway project that repairs and upgrades infrastructure and adds wildlife-friendly features, including tortoise fencing and 13 culverts for animals to cross safely. Final cleanup and minor work will continue in the coming weeks, with minimal traffic impact. Travelers can visit nvroads.com or follow Nevada Department of Transportation on social media for updates.
