Rendering and photos provided by the
Regional Transportation Commission

NEWS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - October, 2007

Neil-Kietzke Roundabout
Award-Winning Project
This project involved improvements to a large intersection of two arterial streets (Neil and Kietzke Lanes) to accommodate increased traffic generated by the development of a nearby corporate business center. CFA was the project team leader for the consultant design team. This project required extensive coordination, review, and approval through the Nevada Department of Transportation, the Regional Transportation Commission, and the City of Reno. Based upon results of a VISSIM (virtual simulation model), the project required modifications to the existing signalization at the I-580 on- and off-ramps to ensure safe queuing movements for the large amount of traffic utilizing this intersection. Construction began in June of 2007. The contract allowed for a 40 calendar-day construction period to ensure the project was completed as expeditiously as possible and to limit the impact to the driving public. The project was completed in early August and a grand opening ceremony was held on September 13, 2007. The budget for design, construction, and engineering during construction was $2.0 million. The Associated General Contractors selected this project as the recipient of the 2007 Pinnacle Award for Projects Under $5 Million in the category of Excellence in Project Management.

For information, contact:
Brita Tryggvi, AICP
or
Tom Bos, PE
CFA, Inc.
775-856-1150

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