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STREETS & HIGHWAYS Project Summary Report
Capacity Improvement Projects
The following information is for the month of November 2014.
Generally, the RTC requires contractors to maintain at least one travel lane in each direction.
Motorists are encouraged to drive with caution and pay close attention to traffic controls and
flag persons. Occasionally, driveways will be temporarily closed one to three hours. Before
driveways are closed, the contractor will provide 18-24 hours advance notice to property
owners.
ITS Network Master Plan
Pyramid / McCarran Intersection
Pyramid Highway / US 395 Connector
RRIF Program Overview
SE McCarran Widening -- Mira Loma to Greg
SouthEast Connector
Traffic Engineering Spot 3
Traffic Engineering Spot 4
North McCarran at North Virginia Intersection Project
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STREETS & HIGHWAYS Project Summary Report
ITS Network Master Plan
PWP No. TBD / RTC Project No. 542028
RTC Project Manager (PM): Jim Poston
RTC PM Contact Information: (775) 332-2139
jposton@rtcwashoe.com
RTC Engineering Department: (775) 348-0171
(775) 348-0170 fax
Design Firm: Iteris
(949) 270-9400
Construction Contractor: To be determined
Project Description & Purpose
The Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) network will allow all
transportation agencies to share resources and coordinate responses.
The network will include traffic signals, freeway ramp meters, video
cameras, dynamic message signs, advisory radio, roadway weather
stations, and traffic flow meters.
Related Documents
The Master Plan will establish how the network will connect to the
various agencies, specifications for hardware and software, and
maintenance and operations agreements. Procurement, installation, and
buildout will occur in follow-on projects.
Schedule
Public Meeting:
Design:
Advertise:
Bid Opening:
Construction Start:
Construction Complete:
To be determined
To be determined
To be determined
To be determined
To be determined
To be determined
Latest News
Project Finance Plan
Funding Source:
Amount RTC Approved:
Total Project Estimate:
CMAQ
$360,000
$155,000
Final reports will be submitted this month.
Project is expected to be complete by November 2014.
Construction Traffic Control and Work Schedule Updates
For current traffic control information, please see the RTC’s weekly Traffic Control Report at:
http://www.rtcwashoe.com/streets-highways-16.
Information is current for: November 2014
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STREETS & HIGHWAYS Project Summary Report
Pyramid & McCarran Intersection
RTC Project No. 540082
RTC Project Manager (PM): Scott Gibson, P.E.
RTC PM Contact Information: (775) 335-1874
sgibson@rtcwashoe.com
RTC Engineering Department: (775) 348-0171
(775) 348-0170 fax
Design Firm: HDR
(775) 337-4700
Construction Contractor: To be determined
Project Scope
• Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) including alternative
selection, alignment selection, public outreach, and agency
coordination.
• Acquire right-of-way sufficient to build the necessary
improvements.
• Increase the capacity of the intersection to Policy Level of
Service (LOS) “E” without degrading LOS at other intersections
within the study area below LOS “E” through year 2030.
Purpose and Need
• This project is proposed to meet the short- and long-term
transportation needs of the project area in response to
regional growth.
• The purpose of the project is two-fold:
o
Decrease traffic congestion to meet community LOS
standards
o
Improve Safety
• The purpose of the project is based on the existing and
projected transportation needs and deficiencies in the
Pyramid and McCarran corridors.
Latest News
The FHWA has issued a Record of Decision for the
Pyramid/McCarran Intersection Improvement Project
Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) advancing the project into
the final design and construction phase. This concludes eight (8)
years of work on the EIS and provides federal authorization and
funding for the project. The project is estimated to cost $70M and
will require the acquisition of approximately 70 homes.
Construction activities are expected to begin in the summer of
2015, with final completion in 2017. A community working group
has been convened to continue community coordination and
communication for the duration of the project on issues such as
landscaping and aesthetics, site preparation, and construction.
Public meetings will also be held periodically to keep the
community informed of project activities and progress.
Related Documents
Pyramid Hwy Corridor Management Plan (Nov 2001)
I-80 to US-395 Connector Project Study (2003)
RTC Regional Transportation Plan (Nov 2008)
Current Reg. Trans Improvement Plan (RTIP)
FEIS and Record of Decision (Nov 2013)
Pyramid McCarran Highway Safety Audit (Dec 2013)
www.pyramidmccarran.com
Schedule
Draft EIS:
4th Qtr 2012
Record of Decision:
4th Qtr 2013
Final Design Complete:
3rd Qtr 2014
Begin Construction:
2nd Qtr 2015
Project Finance Plan
Funding Sources: CMAQ*, Fuel Tax, RTC-5 Bonds,
Federal Pyramid Highway Corridor Earmarks
Amount RTC Approved:
Total Project Estimate:
$29M
$61M-$71M
Note: Eligible for RTC-5 Bond funding.
All costs in 2009 Dollars
*CMAQ – Congestion Mitigation Air Quality
**EDC – Engineering During Construction
(Construction Management, Inspection, Testing)
A demolition project for 30 properties is being awarded and
demolition work will begin mid to late November 2014.
Information is current for: November 2014
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STREETS & HIGHWAYS Project Summary Report
Pyramid Highway / US 395 Connector EIS Study
RTC Project No. 520062
RTC Project Manager (PM): Doug Maloy, P.E.
RTC PM Contact Information: (775) 335-1865
dmaloy@rtcwashoe.com
RTC Engineering Department: (775) 348-0171
(775) 348-0170 fax
Design Firm: Jacobs Engineering
(775) 850-5100
Construction Contractor: To be determined
Project Description & Purpose
• Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) including alternative selection,
preliminary engineering, public outreach, agency coordination,
environmental analysis, and documentation.
•
Conversion of approximately six miles of existing Pyramid Highway
(SR 445) from an arterial to a 6-lane controlled access arterial.
•
Development of new controlled access arterial from US 395 to
Pyramid Highway with improvements on Disc Drive east to Vista
Boulevard.
•
Project will alleviate current and future congestion in Sparks and
Spanish Springs, serve future growth areas, and provide additional
east/west connectivity.
Latest News
The recommended preferred alternative was presented to the RTC Board
at the April 18, 2014 meeting. In May the RTC Project Manager provided
presentations at the local agencies on the status of the study and the
recommended preferred alternative. Review of the projected traffic
volumes based on updated population and employment forecasts is
complete. Some minor preliminary design revisions will result. This will
delay completion of the Final Environmental Impact Statement (FEIS) until
2015. Information on this project can be found on the website
http://pyramidus395connection.com/
Related Documents
Pyramid Corridor Master Plan 2001
Regional Transportation Improvement
Program (RTIP)
Regional Transportation Plan (RTP)
Schedule
Administrative Draft EIS:
Final EIS:
Record of Decision:
Final Design:
Construction Start:
Complete
2nd Qtr 2015
To be determined
To be determined
To be determined
Project Finance Plan
Funding Source: State Gas Tax Federal
SAFETEA-LU
Amount RTC Approved: $8.2M
Total Project Estimate:
$1.1B
Notes:
Preliminary Design & Environmental Clearance
estimated $8.2M. Final Design, Right-of-Way, and
Construction estimates unknown pending
completion of Draft Environmental Impact
Statement.
Construction Traffic Control and Work Schedule Updates
Not Applicable
Information is current for: November 2014
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STREETS & HIGHWAYS Project Summary Report
Regional Road Impact Fee Program Overview
RTC Project No. 241001
RTC Project Manager (PM): Julie Masterpool, P.E.
RTC PM Contact Information: (775) 335-1897
jmasterpool@rtcwashoe.com
RTC Engineering Department: (775) 348-0171
(775) 348-0170 fax
Design Firm: TischlerBise
(301) 320-6900
Construction Contractor: Not applicable
Project Description & Purpose
The objective of the RRIF Program review is to evaluate the current system in
light of State law impact fee requirements, national case law standards, and
current best professional practice, and to identify potential changes that could
improve the system in terms of legal defensibility, technical accuracy, and ease
of administration and updates. Specific tasks will include an evaluation of
existing methodologies, assessment of the impact fee credit program, and
recommendations for the inclusion of a Transit Oriented Development (TOD)
adjustment fee.
Latest News
The RTC Board approved the 5th Edition of the RRIF General Administrative
Manual (GAM) and Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) at the September 19th
Board Meeting. In addition, the Board has also approved the 1st Amendment
to the RRIF GAM to allow for the extension of the credit expiration dates for an
additional 10 years. The proposed 5th Edition RRIF GAM and CIP and the
amendment are to be presented for approval to the Planning Commissions
and Elected Boards of the participating local governments over the next couple
of months.
Related Documents
Regional Road Impact Fee (RRIF) General
Administrative Manual
Regional Road Impact Fee (RRIF) Capital
Improvement Plan
Schedule
Notice to Proceed:
Complete:
Oct 2011
Dec 2014
Project Finance Plan
Funding Source:
Amount RTC Approved:
Fuel Tax
$216,286
The RRIF TAC meetings are suspended until further notice.
Construction Traffic Control and Work Schedule Updates:
Not applicable.
Information is current for: November 2014
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STREETS & HIGHWAYS Project Summary Report
South McCarran Boulevard – Phase II
Mira Loma Drive to Greg Street
PWP No. WA-2014-207/RTC Project No. 542017-P2
RTC Project Manager (PM): Brenda Lee, P.E.
RTC PM Contact Information: (775) 335-1863
blee@rtcwashoe.com
RTC Engineering Department: (775) 348-0171
(775) 348-0170 fax
Design Firm: Wood Rodgers, Inc.
(775) 823-4068
Construction Contractor: Q&D Construction, Inc.
(775) 786-2677
Project Description & Purpose
The overall project is to provide the improvements needed as identified
in the SE McCarran Corridor Study and to incorporate NDOT’s pavement
rehabilitation project. This phase of the project will include the following:
• Pavement rehabilitation from Mira Loma Drive to 200’ south of
Equity Avenue.
• Widening from 4 lanes to 6 lanes between Mira Loma Drive and
Greg Street.
• Addition of a shared use path on the south/east side between
Alexander Lake Road and Greg Street, including a pedestrian
bridge over the Truckee River.
• Aesthetics and Soundwalls between Longley Lane & Greg Street.
The pavement rehabilitation will upgrade the pavement conditions for
the future years to come. Widening of the roadway will relieve
congestion, increase safety, and improve air quality and aesthetics.
Latest News
The contract was awarded to the lower bidder, Q&D Construction, Inc.
Construction is planned to begin by late November, weather permitting.
The first order of work will include extension of culverts and foundation
for the pedestrian bridge which mainly occurs outside the travel lanes.
An informational meeting is planned as follows for the public to learn
more about the project and how construction may impact their drive:
Time: 4pm - 6pm on Wednesday, November 19, 2014
Place: Dodson Elementary School, 4355 Houston Drive, Reno
Related Documents
Regional Transportation Improvement
Program (RTIP)
Regional Transportation Plan (RTP)
SE McCarran Corridor Study
Schedule
Planning:
Preliminary Design:
Final Design:
Advertise:
Construction:
Complete
Complete
Complete
July 2014
Fall 2014 to Fall
2015
Project Finance Plan
Funding Source: RRIF (RTC-5)
& NDOT funds
Amount RTC Approved: $25,000,000
Amount by NDOT:
$6,000,000
Total Project Estimate:
$31,000,000
Notes:
Design is estimated at $1.0M; Right-of-Way is
estimated at $6.1M; Construction costs
(including utility relocation and construction
administration) are estimated at $23.9M.
Construction Traffic Control and Work Schedule Updates
For current traffic control information, please see the RTC’s weekly Traffic Control Report at:
http://www.rtcwashoe.com/streets-highways-16.
Information is current for: November 2014
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STREETS & HIGHWAYS Project Summary Report
SouthEast Connector
RTC Project No. 532011 & 532013
RTC Project Manager (PM): Garth Oksol, P.E.
RTC PM Contact Information: (775) 332-2137
goksol@rtcwashoe.com
RTC Engineering Department: (775) 348-0171
(775) 348-0170 fax
Design Firm: CH2M HILL (Phase 2)
(775) 329-7300
Construction Contractor:
Project Description & Purpose
The SouthEast Connector (SEC) is a regional roadway that will run from the
intersection of Sparks Boulevard and Greg Street in the north, to South Meadows
Parkway and Veterans Parkway in the south. It is a six lane non-elevated
roadway with multi-use paths.
The SEC is a vital link that connects the south part of the Truckee Meadows with
the east part of the Truckee Meadows. The only other continuous link that
serves this purpose is US-395 to I-80, which is reaching critical capacity. All other
regional roads in the southeast part of the Truckee Meadows are also reaching
critical capacity. The SEC provides much needed relief to the entire
transportation network.
The SEC is a regional roadway that has been planned and discussed for over 40
years. Developments in south Reno and Sparks have been approved because the
SEC is on the Regional Transportation Plan. Existing new roadways have been
approved for future capacity needs assuming the SEC is built. If the SEC is not
built, those roadways do not have the ability to handle additional capacity
without major impacts to homes, apartments, businesses, etc.
Latest News
Phase 1 construction is Complete.
The Section 404 and 401 Clean Water Act permit for Phase 2 was
submitted to the US Army Corps of Engineers on July 19, 2013. The RTC
responded to the comments received during Public Comment on
February 21, 2014. The permit and responses to comments are available
for public viewing/downloading at http://www.southeastconnector.com.
Related Documents
Plan Line Study for the SouthEast Connector
(January 20, 2009)
Regional Transportation Improvement
Program (RTIP)
Regional Transportation Plan (RTP)
Schedule (Phase 2)
Planning:
Prelim. Engineering:
Final Design:
Advertise:
Construction:
January 2009
Fall 2011
Summer 2014
Winter 2014
Winter 2014
Project Finance Plan
Funding Source: RTC-5 Fuel Tax Bonding
Preliminary Engineering: $3,236,000
Final Design:
$15.6M
Right-of-Way:
$23M
Construction:
$230M
Total Project Estimate:
$270M
Construction Traffic Control and Work Schedule Updates
For current traffic control information, please see the RTC’s weekly Traffic Control Report at:
http://www.rtcwashoe.com/streets-highways-16.
Information is current for: November 2014
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STREETS & HIGHWAYS Project Summary Report
Traffic Engineering (TE) Spot 3
RTC Project No. 512011
RTC Project Manager (PM): Blaine Petersen, P.E., PTOE
RTC PM Contact Information: (775) 335-1871
bpetersen@rtcwashoe.com
RTC Engineering Department: (775) 348-0171
(775) 348-0170 fax
Design Firm: Traffic Works
(775) 322-4300
Construction Contractor: Titan Electrical
Project Description & Purpose
• The TE Spot 3 project focuses on smaller improvements to
increase the efficiency of traffic signal operations.
• Replaces malfunctioning video detection cameras with inground loop detectors.
• Installation of radios or fiber optic cables to allow
communication to traffic signals.
• Planned intersections include:
McCarran at Nichols
McCarran at Lincoln
McCarran at Plumas
McCarran from Plumas to Greensboro (fiber optic)
Latest News
Project is substantially complete.
Related Documents
Regional Transportation Improvement
Program (RTIP)
Regional Transportation Plan (RTP)
Schedule
Planning:
Final Design:
Advertise:
Construction Start:
Project complete
Complete
Winter 2013
Winter 2013/2014
Spring 2014
Summer 2014
Project Finance Plan
Funding Source:
Amount RTC Approved:
Total Project Estimate:
RRIF
$500,000
$500,000
Construction Traffic Control and Work Schedule Updates
For current traffic control information, please see the RTC’s weekly Traffic Control Report at:
http://www.rtcwashoe.com/streets-highways-16.
Information is current for: November 2014
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STREETS & HIGHWAYS Project Summary Report
Traffic Engineering (TE) Spot 4
RTC Project No. 247001
RTC Project Manager (PM): Blaine Petersen, P.E., PTOE
RTC PM Contact Information: (775) 335-1871
bpetersen@rtcwashoe.com
RTC Engineering Department: (775) 348-0171
(775) 348-0170 fax
Design Firm: Solaegui Engineers
(775) 358-1004
Construction Contractor: To be determined
Project Description & Purpose
The TE Spot 4 project focuses on smaller improvements to
increase the efficiency of traffic signal operations.
Planned intersections:
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
McCarran at S. Virginia – replace video detection with loops
McCarran at Kietzke– replace video detection with loops
McCarran at Talbot– replace video detection with loops
McCarran at Plumb– replace video detection with loops
McCarran at Northtown– replace video detection with loops
McCarran at Sullivan– replace video detection with loops
McCarran at Probasco– replace video detection with loops
Veterans at Rio Wrangler – install traffic signal
Steamboat at Marketplace – install FYA for EB left turn
Latest News
Design will take place August 2014 through December 2014.
Related Documents
Regional Transportation Improvement
Program (RTIP)
Regional Transportation Plan (RTP)
Schedule
Final Design:
Advertise:
Construction Start:
Project complete
Fall 2014
Winter 2014
Spring 2015
Summer 2015
Project Finance Plan
Funding Source:
Amount RTC Approved:
Total Project Estimate:
RRIF
$750,000
$750,000
Construction Traffic Control and Work Schedule Updates
For current traffic control information, please see the RTC’s weekly Traffic Control Report at:
http://www.rtcwashoe.com/streets-highways-16.
Information is current for: November 2014
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STREETS & HIGHWAYS Project Summary Report
North Virginia / North McCarran Intersection
Sierra to N McCarran
PWP No. TBD / RTC Project No. 512010
RTC Project Manager (PM): Blaine Petersen, P.E., PTOE
RTC PM Contact Information: (775) 335-1871
bpetersen@rtcwashoe.com
RTC Engineering Department: (775) 348-0171
(775) 348-0170 fax
Design Firm: Parsons Brinckerhoff
(775) 853-7400
Construction Contractor: To be determined
Project Description & Purpose
The North Virginia Street at North McCarran Boulevard intersection delay
has increased and this intersection has appeared on the top ten high
crash location list numerous times.
This project will at dual left turns for eastbound, northbound and
westbound traffic at North Virginia and North McCarran intersection
along with associated traffic signal improvements. The project will also
add a dual left turn for eastbound Sierra to northbound Virginia Street.
Latest News
Preliminary design plans are complete. Final design is underway with
advertisement scheduled for Spring 2015.
Updates regarding the Virginia Street Corridor Study may be found at:
http://www.rtcwashoe.com/section-hot-topics
Related Documents
Regional Transportation Improvement
Program (RTIP)
Regional Transportation Plan (RTP)
2005 Conceptual Study by KHA
Schedule
Public Meeting:
Fall 2014
Design:
Fall 2014
Advertise:
Spring 2015
Bid Opening:
Spring 2015
Construction Start:
Summer 2015
Construction Complete: Fall 2015
Project Finance Plan
Funding Source: Regional Road Impact Fee
Amount RTC Approved:
Preliminary Design:
Final Design:
Construction:
Total Project Estimate:
$4,000,000
$308,000
$255,000
To be determined
$4,000,000
Construction Traffic Control and Work Schedule Updates
For current traffic control information, please see the RTC’s weekly Traffic Control Report at:
http://www.rtcwashoe.com/streets-highways-16.
Information is current for: November 2014
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