Clark County Launches $13.9M Sloan Lane Improvements to Boost Connectivity

LAS VEGAS, NV — Clark County Public Works and Commissioner Tick Segerblom officially kicked off the Sloan Lane Improvements project this week, celebrating the start of a $13.9 million infrastructure investment that will reshape transportation in the eastern Las Vegas Valley.

The long-anticipated project will extend Sloan Lane with a paved roadway and a new bridge across the Las Vegas Wash. Once completed, the improvements will connect Ruby Creek Drive to Vegas Valley Drive, enhancing mobility, safety, and access for residents and businesses.

Key Features of the Sloan Lane Improvements

The Sloan Lane project is designed to strengthen regional connectivity:

• New paved roadway — Extending Sloan Lane for smoother travel.
• Bridge over Las Vegas Wash — Providing a vital east-west link.
• Connection to Ruby Creek Drive and Vegas Valley Drive — Improving accessibility for neighborhoods, schools, and commerce.
• Traffic-friendly schedule — Construction will primarily run Monday–Friday, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., with adjusted hours of 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. near Sahara Avenue and Sloan Lane to reduce congestion.

The project is expected to be completed by Winter 2026, aligning with Clark County’s ongoing investment in safer, more reliable transportation infrastructure.

Commissioner Segerblom: “A Longtime Priority”

Commissioner Tick Segerblom, who represents the area, emphasized the importance of the Sloan Lane Improvements, noting that connecting Sloan Lane across the wash has been a community priority for years.

“This project will give residents a safer and faster way to move across our valley while opening new opportunities for future development,” Segerblom said during the groundbreaking event.

Community and Economic Impact

Local residents have long faced limited options when traveling east to west in this corridor. The new roadway and bridge will alleviate bottlenecks, reduce travel times, and improve emergency response access.

The $13.9 million investment also reflects Clark County’s strategy of aligning infrastructure with population growth. As the Las Vegas Valley continues to expand, projects like Sloan Lane are designed to ensure mobility keeps pace with development.

Additionally, businesses and schools near the Sloan Lane corridor are expected to benefit from the improved connectivity, which will encourage new investment and improve quality of life for families in the area.

Timeline and Next Steps

Construction crews will continue work throughout 2025 and 2026, with careful scheduling to minimize disruption near the Sahara Avenue corridor, one of the busiest traffic areas in the east valley.

By Winter 2026, the Sloan Lane extension is expected to be open, delivering a new travel route that eases congestion and provides long-term benefits for commuters and neighborhoods alike.

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