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NDOT issues rural roads safety warning ahead of summer travel

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ic: while only 10% of Nevadans live in rural areas, these open stretches of highway account for nearly 25% of the state’s fatal crashes. The disparity isn't unique to the Silver State. Nationally, motorists face a 62% higher risk of death in rural crashes compared to similar trips on urban roads. To combat these numbers, NDOT is urging travelers to look beyond the "wide open … [Read more...] about NDOT issues rural roads safety warning ahead of summer travel

NDOT reminder: Political signs not allowed on state highway roadsides 

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Nevada Department of  Transportation (NDOT) warns individuals against placing political signs along freeway roadsides. CARSON CITY – With Nevada’s primary elections approaching, the Nevada Department of  Transportation (NDOT) reminds community members that political signage is not allowed on state highway property.   Federal regulations and Nevada state law prohibit political … [Read more...] about NDOT reminder: Political signs not allowed on state highway roadsides 

Local off-road and racing events scheduled for April and May

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A long list of off-road events and races are scheduled during April and May. Local hotels, RV parks, restaurants, shops and bars are preparing for the expected increase in visitors to Lincoln County. The Best in the Desert 2024 Silver State 300 is kicking off with a Pre-Fun Run this weekend. Several events are scheduled […] This article is available to … [Read more...] about Local off-road and racing events scheduled for April and May

NDOT outlines plan for 2018

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During the annual visit to the county commission meeting July 17, Sondra Rosenberg, Nevada Department of Transportation Southern District Assistant Director for Planning, outlined the 2017 work program and the long range plan for 2018. She asked what were the top two priorities in the county as seen by the commissioners and also asked that […] This article is … [Read more...] about NDOT outlines plan for 2018

NDOT Completes Highway 93 Reconstruction in Panaca

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The Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT) recently completed a $3,595,595, U.S. Highway 93 reconstruction and realignment in Panaca in eastern Lincoln County, near the Utah border. Road and Highway Builders LLC, of Sparks, Nev., was the general contractor. The 30-year-old 1-mile-long section of two-lane highway road underwent a complete makeover at Mile Marker 106. … [Read more...] about NDOT Completes Highway 93 Reconstruction in Panaca