Tropicana Avenue Construction Nearing Completion by Spring 2025 Despite Delays From Vegas Events
Work crews made progress on the Interstate 15 and Tropicana Avenue roadwork. Significant portions of the $305 million project will likely wrap up in spring 2025, bringing some relief to…

Work crews made progress on the Interstate 15 and Tropicana Avenue roadwork. Significant portions of the $305 million project will likely wrap up in spring 2025, bringing some relief to local traffic and businesses.
A massive new Tropicana flyover bridge is the main feature of the project. Kelsey McFarland from the Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT) explained why this section took time to complete.
"We needed to bring the bridge up to federal standards, so we needed to bring it up in height and width as well," told McFarland to News3LV.
Major Las Vegas events, like the Super Bowl and F1 race, also forced work to stop temporarily. Still, NDOT managed to keep regular drivers moving with detours and alternate routes.
Dean Martin Drive remains closed in several areas. Robert Zeek's Kutz barbershop stayed open through all the construction mess on this road. Zeek said to News 3, "With the finishing of this on-ramp, it's starting to look really good," and that business "hasn't been too bad."
Recent roadwork improvements are visible. Take Joey Bishop Drive, for example, which now provides smooth access for people heading to Allegiant Stadium.
These Tropicana Avenue improvements are part of NDOT's larger plan for Las Vegas roads. They're working to fix traffic backups across the city's main streets. Better design reduces crossing areas at the new bridge while helping drivers see better, NDOT's website states.
Workers coordinate with local businesses to keep their entrances accessible. When done, quicker drive times should bring more customers to area shops.
Despite the challenges, the project keeps moving ahead. As portions open in spring 2025, Las Vegas residents, businesses, and visitors will benefit from these infrastructure upgrades.