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NDOT reports 60% design complete for U.S. 50 Dayton preservation project; construction targeted for 2026
Summary
NDOT informed Lyon County commissioners that 60% design and environmental review are complete for the U.S. 50 Dayton Preservation Project and that the agency expects to pursue construction funding for 2026.
Nevada Department of Transportation representatives told Lyon County commissioners on Feb. 6 that the U.S. 50 Dayton Preservation Project is on schedule following completion of 60% design and environmental review.
Eric Schutz, NDOT senior project manager, said the project team has completed the 60% design and the public comment period, and is finalizing right-of-way acquisition work. Schutz said final design is expected to finish this summer and that NDOT will pursue construction funding in the 2026 budget cycle. "Everything’s on track and we’re doing well," Schutz told commissioners, adding he expects construction to proceed in 2026 if funding is secured.
Project features and public comments: Schutz summarized major project elements as pavement preservation, turn and acceleration lanes to improve access to businesses and residences, and safety upgrades. The project will create two new signalized intersections at Cardelli and 6 Mile; speed limits along the corridor are proposed to reduce from 60 mph to 55 mph in targeted sections. NDOT has budgeted the two traffic-signal installations as part of the project.
Public outreach: NDOT said it mailed an expanded postcard mailer and created a project website to reach residents and gather public comment; the agency reported largely supportive comments urging prompt construction and concern for traffic safety at intersections.
Interplay with private development: Commissioner Jacobson asked whether a signal at Traditions Parkway was part of the NDOT project; NDOT responded that the Traditions Parkway signal is being addressed by private development and is not included in the NDOT preservation contract.
Staff next steps: NDOT will continue right-of-way acquisitions for a small number of parcels, finalize final design and incorporate public comments. The project manager told the board NDOT expects to seek construction programming in the 2026 budget.
Ending: The presentation was for information only; commissioners had the opportunity to ask questions about specific signal locations and private-development responsibilities.
