LAS VEGAS ( KLAS ) – In attempting to be sure you knew concerning the closure of southbound I-15 over the weekend, I left one thing out.
Holding you recent concerning the shutdown from Spring Mountain to Trop was the large story.
Proper behind: the explanation for the closure: repaving and portray new lane traces in any case these years of the I-15/Trop challenge.
However the Nevada Dept Of Transportation’s alternative of repaving materials can be value a point out.
With a tip of the hat to the those who have adopted him as NDOT spokesperson, the video with this story features a 2019 Venture Neon soundbite from the late Tony Illia:
“On top of the roadway we’re laying down that crumb rubber asphalt, which will make for a much smoother, quieter ride. And a safer ride, too.”
Wikipedia says crumb rubber is recycled rubber created from automobile and truck scrap tires. Through the recycling course of, metal and tire wire are eliminated, leaving tire rubber with a granular consistency.
Illia died unexpectedly on the age of 52 in 2021. He all the time signed off his emails with “Cheers!”
He was succeeded by Justin Hopkins, who’s moved as much as be NDOT’s Public Involvement Coordinator, with Kelsey McFarland now dealing with the division’s public info duties in southern Nevada.
Take pleasure in that crumb rubber journey on I-15!
Buckle up, drive rigorously – and, please put down that cellphone!
You are welcome to hitch the “Driving You Crazy” dialog at: [email protected].
