Heavy traffic clogs southbound I-15 from Las Vegas to California after New Year’s holiday
Traffic on Interstate 15 near the Nevada–California state line was slow Friday as travelers wrapped up the New Year’s holiday.
The Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada said southbound I-15 experienced travel delays as visitors headed back to California on Friday afternoon.
#FASTALERT I-15 South delays to Stateline is 8 miles. Check fuel, gas, tires, and food/water. #I-15 #Delays pic.twitter.com/NzR2XRgZYD
— RTC Southern Nevada (@RTCSNV) January 2, 2026
The southbound lanes were backed up about eight miles shortly before 1 p.m., according to the RTC.
As of 4 p.m., the backup was down to three miles.
In addition, a vehicle fire closed the ramp from southbound Interstate 11 ramp to southbound I-15. By 6:30 p.m., RTC said all lanes were open.
