• Carson Now on Facebook
  • Follow Carson Now on Twitter
  • Follow Carson Now by RSS
  • Follow Carson Now by Email

Carson City area road report for week of May 30 through June 5

Here is the Carson City area road report for the week of May 30 through June 5, 2016. Work will continue on the Downtown Corridor improvement project on Carson Street. The following areas will be impacted:

— North Carson Street will remain one lane in each direction.
— Ann, Washington and Robinson will be closed intermittently throughout the week, depending on the progression of the project.
— While Washington and Robinson will close at times during the week, they will not be closed at the same time.

Downtown and Third Street businesses are open during construction. For details regarding traffic impacts, please refer to the material provided in local media outlets or go to carsonproud.com for more information. These sources are updated weekly throughout the duration of the project.

Lane closures with flagger controlled traffic at the following locations due to utility/road work from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.:

— College Parkway near the I-580 bypass intersection, westbound lanes will be reduced, until Tuesday May 31
— Center Drive south of Clear Creek Avenue to Topsy Lane, Monday through Friday
— Christmas Tree Drive, Desert Peach Drive, Snowflake Drive, Stephen Court, Briar Crest Court, Tulip Court, Montelena Court, Pin Oak Drive, and Homann Way, Monday through Thursday.

Road closures are expected at the following locations due to utility/road work please follow detours:
— Long Street between Division and Mountain Streets, Tuesday and Wednesday, 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
— Mountain Street between Fleischmann Way and Long Street, Tuesday and Wednesday, 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
— Curry Street between Tenth and Rhodes Streets, Saturday, 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
— Lompa Lane between Carmine Street and College Parkway, Saturday, 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
— Topsy Lane between Center Drive and U.S. 395, Monday through Sunday, for all hours, local traffic only
— Race Track Road and Bigelow Drive south of Snyder Avenue, Monday through Sunday, for all hours, local track only
— Jeanell Drive between Winnie Lane and Michael Drive, Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
— Anderson Street between Robinson and Caroline Streets Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Special Events:
— The following roads will be impacted by race runners, two-way traffic will be maintained, on Saturday June 4 in the morning: U.S. Hwy 395, Topsy Lane, Vista Grande Blvd, Old Clear Creek Rd, Snyder Ave, Appion Wy, Silver Sage Dr, Clearview Dr, Eagle Station Ln, Roop St, Fifth St, Carson St, Robinson St, College Pkwy, Retail Dr, Barnhard Wy, Goni Rd, Arrowhead Dr, and Highway 50.
— Curry Street between Fourth and King Streets, Saturday, 8:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Northbound U.S. 395 between Clear Creek Avenue and Snyder Avenue will be reduced from three to two lanes until June 10.

Periodic, nighttime, lane and ramp closures will take place on southbound I-580 and alternate U.S. 395 in southern Washoe Valley throughout the summer, includes northbound and southbound ramp closures for Bellevue Bridge and southbound ramp closures south of Eastlake Boulevard.

Extended paving sessions, on I-580 in Washoe Valley, are scheduled through the next few weekends and for weekend hours to avoid impacting weekday commute travel.

The following Caltrans road work at Lake Tahoe and Sierra is for May 30 through June 4, 2016. Most lane closures are restricted until 8 p.m. Tuesday, May 31 because of the Memorial Day holiday weekend.

State Route 89 (Placer County): Work continues on a $70.1 million project from Tahoma to just north of Granlibakken Road in Tahoe City that is upgrading storm water drainage and treatment systems, adding curb and gutter, resurfacing and realigning the road, adding new left-turn pockets and widening shoulders on an 8-mile stretch of the highway. Completion is expected by summer 2017.

May 31-June 3, State Route 89 (Placer County) from Mankato Place to Olympic Drive South: Motorists can expect one-way traffic control at various locations around the clock from 8 p.m. Tuesday until 11 a.m. Friday for drainage work and roadway excavation.

State Route 89 (El Dorado County): Work continues on an $8 million project from Meeks Creek to Wilson Avenue in Tahoma, installing curb and gutter and drainage systems to collect and treat stormwater. The highway is also being resurfaced. The project will be completed this spring.

No traffic-interfering work is scheduled.

State Route 89 (El Dorado County): Work continues on a $13 million water quality improvement project from Cascade Road to just north of the Eagle Falls Viaduct over Emerald Bay.

June 1-3, State Route 89 (El Dorado County) from Cascade Road to Cascade Creek: Motorists can expect one-way traffic control at various locations from 2 a.m. to noon Wednesday and Thursday and 2 a.m. to 11 a.m. Friday for shoulder work.

State Route 89 (El Dorado County): Work continues on a $25 million project from the "Y" junction with U.S. Highway 50 in South Lake Tahoe to Cascade Road, north of Camp Richardson. Curb, gutter and sidewalks will be added in the 1.1-mile four-lane section, and the highway will be widened in the two-lane section to Visitor Center Road to provide 4-foot paved shoulders on each side.

May 31-June 3, State Route 89 (El Dorado County) from 10th Street to 13th Street: Northbound motorists can expect the #2 lane and shoulder closed around the clock from 7 p.m. Tuesday until 7 a.m. Friday for curb, gutter and sidewalk work.

State Route 28 (Placer County): Work continues on Placer County’s “Core of the Core” phase of the $50 million Kings Beach Commercial Core Improvement Project from State Route 267 to Chipmunk Street. Highway work includes installing curb and gutter, sidewalks, roundabouts, lighting and drainage systems to enhance pedestrian and bicycle mobility, improve safety and provide water-quality improvements.

State Route 28 (Placer County) from the junction with State Route 267 to Chipmunk Street: Motorists can expect the #1 lane closed from 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday and 7 a.m. to noon Friday for utility work.

U.S. Highway 50 (El Dorado County): Work continues on a $57 million project by El Dorado County to construct a new overcrossing over U.S. Highway 50, new on- and off-ramps with signalized intersections, and new bicycle and pedestrian facilities at Silva Valley Parkway in El Dorado Hills.

U.S. Highway 50 (El Dorado County) from Latrobe Road/El Dorado Hills Road to Bass Lake Road: Eastbound and westbound motorists can expect alternating lane closures and ramp closures from 8 p.m. to 5 a.m. Tuesday through Saturday for traffic signal work.

State Route 28 (Placer County) from Mackinaw Road to Chinquapin in Dollar Point: Motorists can expect one-way traffic control at various locations from 6:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday for grinding and paving work.

State Route 28 (Placer County) from Robert Avenue to Ridgewood Road in Ridgewood: Eastbound motorists and bicyclists can expect shoulder closures from 6:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday through Friday for utility work.

State Route 49 (El Dorado County) from Pleasant Valley Road East to Bradley Drive in Diamond Springs: Motorists can expect one-way traffic control at various locations from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday for utility work.

U.S. Highway 50 (El Dorado County) from Truckee Drive to River Drive and from Trout Creek to Tulare Avenue/Al Tahoe Boulevard: Eastbound motorists can expect lane closures around the clock from 9 p.m. Tuesday to 7 a.m. Friday for gas line utility work. The median (days) and westbound #1 lane (nights) will be used for eastbound traffic.

State Route 89 (El Dorado County) from Glenridge to Sugar Pine State Park: Motorists can expect one-way traffic control from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday for utility work.

State Route 89 (Placer County) from Fern Street to Trout Street in Homewood: Southbound motorists and bicyclists can expect shoulder closures from noon to 5 p.m. Tuesday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday and 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. Friday for work on the multi-use path extension.

State Route 193 (El Dorado County) at Rock Creek Road: Motorists can expect long-term signalized one-way traffic control for emergency repair work, which is scheduled to be completed by July.

State Route 267 (Nevada County) from the Interstate 80 junction to Brockway Road/Soaring Way: Motorists can expect one-way traffic control at various locations from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday for pavement repair.

State Route 267 (Placer County) from the Nevada County line to Carnelian Bay Road: Motorists can expect one-way traffic control at various locations from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. Tuesday through Friday and from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday for pavement work.

Top Stories

... or see all stories

Get ready for another unforgettable weekend of brews, brats, and Bavarian fun at Casino Fandango in Carson City. The annual Oktoberfest celebration returns for its 10th year, bringing the spirit of Germany to Carson City with free admission for all. The festival will take place on Saturday and Sunday, October 5-6, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. in the Casino Fandango parking lot.

UPDATE 4:30PM: Four very small fires, amounting to less than a tenth of an acre, were knocked down within 10 minutes of arrival Sunday along the hillside near Lone Mountain Cemetery, said Carson City Fire Department Battalion Chief Chris Mason.

The cause is under investigation. No structures were damaged. CCFD has determined the fires to be human caused. At this time, the matter is under investigation with CCFD and the Carson City Sheriff's Office.

Three engines and a rescue were assigned to the attack. East Fork Fire assisted for protection on the south side of the city, while Truckee Meadows Fire stood by for protection on the north side of the city.
***
UPDATE 3:11PM: Some fire engines have cleared the scene, a good sign CCFD has control of the fire. We have left messages and will update as the battalion chief becomes available.

Man can be awful cruel to man, and from time immemorial we continue to come up with new ways to exact our cruelty. The first novel ambush that caught my attention was described in the Odyssey, where Greek soldiers were able to take the city of Troy by hiding inside a giant horse parked at the city gates as an offering to the goddess Athena.

Local artist Colleen Reynolds, owner of CRME Exploring Watercolor, and Denise Mack, Executive Director of the Capital City CIRCLES Initiative, came together to present the donation proceeds check from the 4th Annual Watercolor Carson City fundraising event.

Raquel Fulghum, Senior Deputy Attorney General with the Nevada Attorney General’s Bureau of Consumer Protection, will be the guest speaker at the next Rotary Club of Carson City meeting happening Tuesday, Oct. 1.

Thousands of motorcycle riders roared their way to Northern Nevada this weekend for the Street Vibrations Fall Rally, which is winding down today, Sunday.

The second annual Carson City Murals and Music Festival ended Saturday with a concert and more than 20 new murals around town. For more photos see the Brewery Arts Center Facebook page here and the Visit Carson City Facebook page here.

Mural locations are: (See map below.)

Carson City Public Works and the Transportation Division on Monday will provide an educational presentation and summary related to the recently completed Preserve Carson City Roads report and the status of measures related to funding for local roads in Carson City.

Today, Sunday, Sept. 29 David and Gayle Woodruff will present one of their popular living history programs at the Minden Mill Distillery. Join them at 1 p.m. for "The Reno Cure."

The Carson City Symphony, conducted by Music Director David Bugli and Assistant Conductor Brian Fox, will open its 41st season on Sunday, Oct. 20, 2024, at 4 p.m., with a concert at the Carson City Community Center's Bob Boldrick Theater, 851 E. William Street in Carson City.

Here is the Carson City area road report for the week of Sept. 30 through Oct. 6. Closures and lane restrictions are expected at the following locations due to road and utility work:

A new Lake Tahoe Regional Evacuation Plan has been developed through a collaboration between Lake Tahoe fire chiefs, law enforcement agencies, and emergency management personnel. The plan, released earlier this month, was created using a diverse team of experts from two states and five counties, using experiences gained during past major wildfires.

On Saturday, Oct. 5, 2024, club members and folks interested in membership are invited to attend the annual Member’s Day at Capitol City Gun Club in Carson City from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Nevada author Stephen H. Provost explores the history of one of the West’s most fascinating frontier regions in his new two-volume set on Virginia City and the Comstock Lode.

Members of the Rotary Club of Carson City enjoyed a tour of the Nevada State Capitol Building this week. The tour was part of the club’s commitment to fostering strong community connections.

USGS and Nevada Seismological Lab report an earthquake Saturday morning at 8:32 a.m. 11.3 miles south of Topaz Lake in Mono County, Calif.

USGS reports a 3.55 rounded to 3.6 magnitude earthquake, while Nevada Seismological Lab has a reading of 3.50.

Carson City Music & Murals Festival finale tonight happens with a free concert presented by Canine Rehabilitation Center & Cat Sanctuary on the Brewery Arts Center Outdoor Stage on Saturday, Sept. 28 featuring Mike Clark & The Sugar Sounds and opening act Kilowatt Hours.

Capital City CIRCLES nEW lOCATION

With determination, a healthy mindset, and the right support; anything is possible. Capital City CIRCLES has been serving the community since 2003, breaking cycles of poverty and empowering families and individuals to follow their dreams.

The Greenhouse Project Board and Action Committee members would like to extend our sincere gratitude to everyone who participated in the 15th annual Grateful Harvest Dinner, hosted September 23 at Nashville Social Club.

The public is invited to see the Carson City Historical Society's exhibit on the history of Nevada Day. The exhibit is in the Carriage House behind the Foreman-Roberts House Museum, located at 1207 North Carson Street, every Sunday in October (Oct. 6, 13, 20, and 27) from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. for viewing a Historic Nevada Day exhibit.

Tee Jay’s Corner Cafe, chowder for charity

Tee Jay's Corner Cafe inside Cactus Jack's in Carson City will be hosting its 3rd annual "Chowder for Charity" on behalf of FISH, Friday Oct. 4 from opening 10 a.m. to closing at 8 p.m.

Veterans Day Fun Run Sponsorship

Carson High School Safe Grad Committee is busy planning our twelfth annual Fun Run. This year we are starting a new tradition of holding our 5k event on Veterans Day to honor all who have served.

It is the primary fundraiser for Carson High Safe Grad Celebration, an annual Carson City tradition established in 1988.

The USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) and the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) will begin removing specialized mats, called bottom barriers, from Taylor and Tallac creeks and marshes in early October, the agencies said today. They have been working together since 2021 to remove a 17-acre infestation of aquatic invasive plants in the marsh in the Southwest portion of the Tahoe Basin.

Public schools statewide are making progress toward lowering chronic student absenteeism and improving student achievement, according to data from the 2023-24 school year released Monday by the Nevada Department of Education (NDE).

Meet a very special pair of sisters: Abby and Diva.

Abby and Diva are a very sweet and social bonded pair of short-haired tortoiseshell girls seeking a forever home together.

Cole Eisenhour Mural

The first day of Carson City's Murals and Music Festival 2024 is bursting with color around town. The Festival, presented by Brewery Arts Center, continues through Saturday.

In what is becoming a repeated occurrence, a teenager has been arrested for making threats relating to a school shooting, one of several in the past few weeks since this school year began.

In a region known for its rich history and tight-knit community, one woman stands out as a true icon of leadership, grace, and boundless energy. Kitty McKay, co-owner of the award-winning Nashville Social Club (NSC) and The Swan Music Hall, Carson City’s premier live music venue, is more than just a familiar face around town—she's a force to be reckoned with.

Carson City residents now is your chance to help shape Centennial Park's future. The Centennial Park Master Plan Survey is open, and your input can directly influence improvements and future projects, including the potential for the Carson City Bike Park.

The Misfits Theater Group Presents: The Inshtein Inn or Frank's Mad Pad! Join us at the Odeon Hall in Dayton, NV located at 65 Pike St, Dayton, NV for some pretty mad happenings.