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I580 at N. Washoe Valley

Live camera on US-395, with the current status of the road it sits on and the forecast at the nearest pass.

US-395 — open, no chain controls checking…
Live
I580 at N. Washoe Valley · Nevada DOT · NV · source

Weather at Mt Rose Summit

Wind Advisory in effect — Wind Advisory issued September 12 at 1:47AM PDT until September 13 at 2:00AM PDT by NWS Reno NV

Tonight
Mostly Clear
Temperature
42°F
Wind
40 to 45 mph
Zone
NVZ002

Where this camera is

This camera is the red marker; the blue dots are the other cameras on US-395. Click one to open it.

What this camera shows

This live video stream provides a crucial mid-point perspective between the lower elevation cameras at Neil Road and North Carson Street. Sitting at an elevation of 5,037 feet, this feed captures conditions in the exposed Washoe Valley basin, which often experiences significantly different wind and visibility patterns than the urban sections to the north or south. Because this is a video feed rather than a still image, it is the most reliable way to gauge real-time traffic flow and immediate changes in precipitation intensity.

Watching this view helps determine if weather systems are descending from the higher terrain or if the valley floor is currently clear. If the cameras at lower elevations show dry pavement while this feed displays accumulation or blowing snow, it indicates that winter conditions are actively impacting the open stretches of the valley. Monitoring the movement here allows for a quick assessment of whether traffic is maintaining speed or slowing due to visibility issues.

The cameras either side

Live
I580 at N Carson St · Nevada DOT · NV · source
Live
I580 at Neil Rd · Nevada DOT · NV · source

More cameras on US-395

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