NORTH McCARRAN BOULEVARD at NORTH VIRGINIA
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NORTH McCARRAN BOULEVARD at NORTH VIRGINIA
NORTH McCARRAN BOULEVARD at NORTH VIRGINIA STREET INTERSECTION PROJECT Why are we doing this project? The added lanes will allow more efficient traffic operations and improve safety through the intersections to support increased capacity from regional growth. Bike lane and sidewalk improvements will enhance mobility and safety for bicyclists and pedestrians. What effect will the project have on public traffic and access? Where is the project located? The project is located at the intersection of North McCarran Boulevard and North Virginia Street, and the adjacent intersection of North Virginia Street / North Sierra Street / Comstock Drive. What is the scope of the project? The pavement will be widened to add and realign lanes, reconstruct median islands, and install new traffic signals to provide: - Double left turn lanes from eastbound McCarran to northbound Virginia Double left turn lanes from westbound McCarran to southbound Virginia Double left turn lanes from northbound Virginia to westbound McCarran Double left turn lanes from northbound Sierra to northbound Virginia One additional thru lane in each direction on Virginia at the McCarran intersection Better connected bike lanes New curbs and sidewalks will be constructed on Virginia Street and pedestrian ramps throughout the project improving safety and accessibility. Refer to the back of this sheet for an overview of the project area. Construction will be performed during night hours. During construction, a minimum of one lane will be opened in each direction with left turn lanes at the intersections. For your safety, traffic controls will be in place and may cause short traffic delays during the day or night. Allow extra travel time to reach your destination within the construction area. Access to adjacent properties will be maintained for the duration of the project; however temporary driveway closures are expected during certain construction activity such as reconstruction of the driveway or pavement adjacent to driveways. The contractor will notify affected properties in advance of the closures. When will the project be constructed? Construction is planned to start in Spring 2015 and slated to be completed in Summer 2015. For information contact: Blaine Petersen, RTC Project Manager (775) 335-1871 e-mail: [email protected] Visit: www.rtcwashoe.com On the homepage, click on “Road Projects” in the Streets & Highways section; under the Capacity Improvement Projects section select North McCarran / North Virginia Intersection. This is your RTC.