The county says delaying restoration work would have increased the risk for more flooding.
On Wednesday night, Washoe County held a meeting in Hidden Valley to discuss the recent flood and cleanup efforts after the rainfall that shook up the neighborhood.
With a flood watch in effect until 9 p.m. on Thursday, sandbag locations have been set up region-wide.
The Washoe County Sheriff's Office asking you to avoid the Hidden Valley area due to flash flooding.
NDOT traffic cams are showing major flash flooding on Interstate 80 near Vista Boulevard in Sparks.
Construction could begin as early as 2027, though 2028 is more likely.
The public is invited to learn more about flood preparedness at a workshop in Lyon County on Thursday evening.
Douglas County is inviting the public to an educational flood awareness event happening this month.
The Truckee River Flood Management Authority held a groundbreaking ceremony today for a new pedestrian bridge at Bridge Street in Wadsworth.
The Truckee Meadows Parks Foundation held its third annual Carpe Diem Fishing Derby on Saturday.