Work on a $1.1 million storm drainage improvement project will soon get underway on sections of Buffalo Drive and Farm Road in the northwest part of Las Vegas.

Starting Tuesday, June 1, and continuing through the next six months, traffic lane restrictions can be expected on Buffalo, from Donald Nelson Avenue to Sunny Springs Lane; and on Farm, between Buffalo and Palm Grove Lane. The construction will require the temporary closure of Donald Nelson, between Buffalo and Picnic Street. Work will also be performed in Sunny Springs Park at the Elkhorn Springs flood control detention basin that is located on the east side Buffalo.

As traffic delays and disruptions can be expected, Tenaya Way is suggested as an alternate route for through north-south travel while work is underway. Elkhorn Road is suggested for east-west access.

Construction will take place during daytime hours as large concrete flood control pipes are installed in Buffalo and Farm. The improvement project, designed to help alleviate flooding that can occur during heavy rainfall events, is slated for completion in December 2010.

Martin Harris Construction is the contractor. The city of Las Vegas Department of Public Works is managing the project. PB Americas Inc. is the construction design consultant. Funding is provided by the Clark County Regional Flood Control District.