NDOT: Major delays on U.S. 95 from Schurz to Hawthorne

Major travel delays and lane closures will be in place on U.S. 95 between Schurz and Hawthorne from Aug. 14 to Aug. 25 as the Nevada Department of Transportation resurfaces the highway, according to a news release.

Drivers should anticipate single lane closures with extensive travel delays between 6 a.m.-6 p.m. weekdays on U.S. 95 from the north end of Walker Lake to the U.S 95A junction at Schurz, the release said. Major traffic delays should be expected as a pilot car alternates directions of traffic through the work zone.

Speed limits as low as 45 mph will be advised through the work zone. Motorists should drive at posted work zone speed limits, or slower as necessary for conditions.

With alternate routes sparse in the rural area, drivers should expect major delays and are recommended to plan alternate travel when possible. Overdimensional vehicles are not advised.

The road work schedule is subject to change.

Using the chip seal resurfacing method, a layer of new asphalt and roadway gravel will be placed and sealed with a layer of oil.

State highway information is available at dot.nv.gov or by calling 775-888-7000.