LAS VEGAS (KLAS) – Progress is underway as the City of Henderson continues to reshape the future and safety of one of Nevada’s oldest thoroughfares, Boulder Highway.
Starting Tuesday, the City of Henderson will begin work to install a storm drain at the intersection of Sunset Road and Boulder Highway to alleviate severe flooding known to occur in the area.
Residents who live nearby shared with 8 News Now the damage they’ve seen left behind when it rains.
“All the debris and rocks ends up on Boulder Highway and it creates a mess to have to drive through,” Jon Rowlett shared.
“The flooding in this area is a safety issue,” Michael Carino told 8 News Now.
“I’ve actually witnessed cars hydroplaning in front of me, so that poses a real issue,” he added.
While the ‘Reimagining Boulder Highway’ project will take years to finish, the addition of storm drains will take a least three months to complete as Sunset Road will be closed in both directions east of Boulder Highway to Burns Road.
As for other improvements, the city wants to add new traffic signals, wider sidewalks, and crosswalks in addition to improved lighting for drivers and pedestrians.
Rowlett said he’s eager to see the streets and sidewalks repaved and redone too.
“You just go down Sunset Road from here and the lines aren’t well defined so hopefully that can get fixed soon,” Carino added.
The 7.5-mile construction project will also include dedicated bus rapid transit lanes; Described as an enhanced bus system designed to be safer and faster for riders.
