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New Sloan Lane bridge opens, improving east Las Vegas access

New Sloan Lane bridge opens, improving east Las Vegas access

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The $13.9 million project extends Sloan Lane over the Las Vegas Wash, linking Ruby Creek Drive to Vegas Valley Drive, with new pavement, streetlights and drainage.

October 23rd, 2026: Sloan Lane bridge and sidewalk open

Overview

Updated 7 days ago

The Sloan Lane bridge over the Las Vegas Wash opened in late October 2026, linking Ruby Creek Drive to Vegas Valley Drive in east Las Vegas. Before it, crossing the wash meant a detour of more than a mile.

Clark County spent $13.9 million on the bridge plus repaving, streetlights, storm drains and signage along Sloan Lane between Sahara Avenue and Vegas Valley Drive. Not everyone wanted it: some neighbors told FOX5 they missed the quiet, while Helena Clark, who owns a nearby karate studio, welcomed the easier trips.

Why it matters

The bridge reduces commute times and improves safety for thousands of east Las Vegas residents who previously faced long detours.

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Key Indicators

$13.9M
Project cost
Clark County funding for the Sloan Lane extension
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New bridge
Bridge over the Las Vegas Wash

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People Involved

TS
Tick Segerblom
Clark County Commissioner
Commissioner
QT
Quinn Taligatos
Resident near the new Sloan Lane crossing
Lives near the Sloan Lane bridge

Organizations Involved

Clark County Public Works
Clark County Public Works
Government department
Built the Sloan Lane bridge and sidewalk

The department manages infrastructure projects in Clark County, Nevada.

Timeline

September 2025 October 2026

2 events Latest: October 23rd, 2026 · 3 weeks ago

  1. Sloan Lane bridge and sidewalk open

    Latest Opening

    Clark County Commissioner Tick Segerblom announced the crossing was officially open. The bridge over the Las Vegas Wash connects Ruby Creek Drive to Vegas Valley Drive, and the project also added pavement, streetlights, storm drains and signage.

  2. Construction begins on Sloan Lane bridge

    Construction

    Clark County Commissioner Tick Segerblom and Public Works celebrated the start of the $13.9 million project.

Scenarios

1

Sloan Lane bridge reduces commute times by 15% within a year

Likely Resolves by Nov 3, 2027

Discussed by: Clark County Public Works traffic planners

Traffic studies after similar bridge openings show reduced travel times. If the Sloan Lane bridge follows that pattern, residents will save time on daily trips.

2

New businesses open along Sloan Lane corridor within two years

Possible Resolves by Nov 3, 2028

Discussed by: Las Vegas economic development officials

Improved access often attracts retail and services. The bridge could spur new development along the corridor.

Historical Context

2 moments from history that rhyme with this story — and how they unfolded.

October 2010

Hoover Dam Bypass (2010)

The Mike O'Callaghan–Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge opened, rerouting US 93 over the Colorado River. The $240 million project eliminated a winding, dangerous road over Hoover Dam.

Then

Traffic congestion and accidents dropped significantly.

Now

The bypass became a model for major infrastructure projects in the region.

Why this matters now

Like the Sloan Lane bridge, the Hoover Dam Bypass improved safety and connectivity by replacing an inadequate route.

2017-2018

Tappan Zee Bridge Replacement (2017-2018)

The new Mario M. Cuomo Bridge replaced the aging Tappan Zee Bridge over the Hudson River. The $4 billion project added safety features and reduced congestion.

Then

Traffic flow improved and the old bridge was dismantled.

Now

The project demonstrated how major bridges can be replaced while keeping traffic moving.

Why this matters now

The Sloan Lane bridge is a smaller-scale example of replacing an aging crossing to improve access and safety.

Sources

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