Lanes close as NV Energy replaces underground vaults at Stateline

STATELINE, Nev. - NV Energy will start work on Highway 50 at Stateline on Wednesday morning to replace equipment in two underground electric vaults.

The work, including excavation and repaving, is estimated to be completed by October 11. The schedule is subject to change based on weather.

During this time, NV Energy will work closely with the Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT) regarding road closures.

Both westbound lanes of Highway 50 from Lake Parkway to Stateline Ave. will be closed during this period (Sept. 18 – Oct. 11). Traffic will be diverted to Lake Parkway for business access and through traffic. Westbound travel will be possible on Highway 50 from 5:00 p.m. Fridays through 6:00 a.m. Mondays via the center turn lane.