Guest writer from NDOT
The Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT) is alerting drivers to significant traffic changes near the resort corridor as the I-15/Tropicana Interchange Project progresses. Phase 5 is now underway, bringing updates to the west side of Tropicana Avenue. These changes are designed to help motorists navigate the area safely and efficiently as construction continues. Meanwhile, ongoing work in Phases 3 and 4 focuses on reconstructing the Dean Martin Drive/Tropicana Avenue intersection.
As part of these updates, NDOT is unveiling Joey Bishop Drive, a newly constructed north-south roadway running beneath the Tropicana Avenue bridge alongside Interstate 15 (I-15). Opened Friday, Jan. 17, this new route serves as a crucial detour during the closure of Dean Martin Drive and provides long-term improvements to traffic flow. Named in honor of Rat Pack member Joey Bishop, the roadway adds a unique touch of Las Vegas history to this vital infrastructure upgrade.
Key Traffic Changes:
Occurring now:
- Dean Martin Drive, north of Tropicana Avenue: CLOSED
- North and southbound Joey Bishop Drive OPEN to traffic
*Business access maintained
24/7 Monday, Feb. 3 to Tuesday, Feb. 18:
- North and southbound Dean Martin Drive access to Tropicana Avenue: CLOSED
- East and westbound Tropicana Avenue access to Dean Martin Drive: CLOSED
*Business access maintained
Nightly (9 p.m. to 5 a.m.) Sunday-Thursday through Sunday, April 6:
- East and westbound Tropicana Avenue reduced to one lane between Polaris Avenue and Valley View Boulevard
To view step-by-step guidance on navigating the new Joey Bishop Drive during Dean Martin Drive construction, watch the video linked below.
Stay Updated
Visit the I-15/Tropicana Project website for comprehensive information, including a full list of restrictions, schedules, and FAQs. Motorists are encouraged to use caution in work zones and consider alternate routes when possible.
Follow NDOT on social media for the latest updates:
- @NevadaDOTVegas on X (formerly Twitter) for southern Nevada traffic and project news
- @nevadadot on X, Facebook, and Instagram for statewide updates
NDOT thanks the public for their patience and cooperation as we work to improve Nevada’s transportation infrastructure.
