The Nevada Department of Transportation’s Pyramid Highway widening and improvement project has reached a milestone, with project construction 50 percent complete. The project launched in May 2023, and construction is currently on schedule. Major project construction completed thus far includes: The next major construction milestone will come as crews launch initial … [Read more...]
Big changes coming to Pyramid Highway
Last week, the Nevada Department of Transportation held a groundbreaking ceremony on Phase 1 of the new Pyramid Highway Project, and construction of this first iteration is now underway. Phase 1 will widen and improve sections of the thoroughfare between Queen Way and Golden View Drive to enhance traffic mobility and safety. In Phase 1 of this six-phase project, Pyramid … [Read more...]
Truckee River Crests in Sparks, But Flooding Not as Severe as Expected
The snow and rain came and the Truckee rose over its banks, just as forecast. But it appears Sparks dodged a bullet, with the river cresting below projections and the ensuing flooding not as bad as originally feared. Water levels on the Truckee were on their way down Monday night, prompting anxious residents and city officials to breathe a sigh of relief. Though parts of … [Read more...]