Nevada Test Site:
The Department of Energy (DOE) installation is located in Nye County with support and administrative headquarters at Mercury, Nevada, approximately 65 miles northwest of Las Vegas. It is operated by the DOE, Nevada Operations Office at Las Vegas, which is charged with the management of all the nation's nuclear detonation program. Approximately 5,000 are employed at the test site, including 50 military, with an additional 2,000 persons in test site-related employment in Las Vegas.
Creech AFB (Renamed in June 2005):
Creech AFB, formerly Indian Springs Auxiliary Airfield, was the main support facility for the Army Air Corps Gunnery School, located in Las Vegas. Indian Springs also served as a heavy bomber pilot training facility during World War II. In 1950, the base reopened to support operations at the newly created Nevada Test Site. Fifty years later, Creech AFB is still supporting the Air Force training mission, but on a greater scale.
Creech AFB is one of the most unique military training facilities in the nation, gateway to the Nellis Range Complex. It serves as the primary emergency divert airfield for Nellis Air Force Base and the Nellis Range Complex. Our unique environment lends us great flexibility in meeting mission needs. Units from all over the world deploy here. The airfield can support everything from sophisticated fighters to C-5 cargo aircraft. Our on-site drop zone allows for a quick turn around during parachute training. It is home to the 11th and 15th Reconnaissance Squadrons as well as the 99th Ground Combat Training Squadrons (99 GCTS). Our reconnaissance squadrons operate and maintain the RQ-1A Predator Unmanned Aerospace Vehicle (UAV). They deploy around the world, providing real-time imagery to combatant commanders on the ground. 99 GCTS provides desert warfare training to USAF Security Forces personnel from around the country.
There are no quarters for permanently assigned personnel on Creech AFB. Transportation is provided to and from Nellis AFB. The bus does make a stop halfway from Nellis to Creech at the park and ride located at Centennial Parkway exit in Las Vegas.
Government contractors are charged with maintaining and supporting the base. Airfield management, civil engineering, fuels management, vehicle maintenance, billeting, custodial services, and the dining facility are under contract. Deployment liaison is responsible for coordinating any services with the contractors for you.
Indian Springs, Nevada is a small town of approximately 1,500 people. Local amenities include a casino with motel and cafeteria, convenience stores, bar and grill, gas stations, and a Post Office. Local relations are excellent.
The climate is arid, with an average annual precipitation of four inches. Summers are hot, with daytime temperatures regularly exceeding 100 degrees F. Winters are short and mild. Temperatures rarely dip below 25 degrees F at night and average 55 degrees F during the day. Runway elevation is 3,133 feet above sea level.
AAFES Shopette (Base Exchange) Bldg. 96 hours of operation varies and is adjusted to maximize use by deployed units. The shopette sells a variety of foods, limited uniform items, magazines, alcohol, and personal hygiene products. Video/DVD rental is also available. The Creech AFB Base Exchange is a branch of the main exchange at Nellis. An automated teller machine (ATM) is located in the interior of the Recreation Center (Bldg. 65). Check cashing at the Base Exchange is limited to $20.00.
Base Recreation Facilities include: outdoor lighted tennis courts, outdoor lighted basketball court, racquetball court, weight room, aerobic training room, pool tables, ping-pong table, TV room, locker rooms, and sauna. Equipment is available for sign-out at the billeting desk in Bldg. 65. Access to Bldg. 65 is available after 1630 by signing out the key from the Law Enforcement desk across the street in Bldg. 92.
The Nellis AFB Family Support Center operates an office at Creech AFB to accomadate military and contractors. The office is open every Wednesday from 0800 - 1400 and can be reached 652-0301. Save time and milage on the vehicle by stopping by the office located in the Recreation Center (building 65).
Dining Facility (Brusso Hall), Bldg. 71, is the only dining facility on the installation, and is operated by a US government contractor. It can seat 117 people.
Customer service hours:
Monday Friday, Breakfast (0630-0800), Lunch (1030 1330), Dinner (1630-1730).
Weekends and Holidays, Brunch (0900-1300), Dinner (1630-1800)
*All meals are Ala Carte prices.
*Meal prices are subject to change without notice. Hours of operation can be adjusted at the requestor s expense. Contact the Deployment Liaison for assistance.
Flight line driving is handled by Base Operations, located in Bldg. 92, which provides information on flight line driving and access. Radio contact with the Control Tower is mandatory when crossing the runway. Privately owned vehicles are prohibited from driving on the parking apron or runway. Government leased vehicles may be operated on the flight line with a Flight-Line Pass available at Base Operations. Post Office: A full service post office is located in the town of Indian Springs. Postal deliveries are not made to Creech AFB. Deployed Units are responsible for picking up their own mail. The local mailing address for deployed personnel is:
Name of Unit Designator c/o General Delivery Creech AFB, NV 89018. Mail is posted by 1300. Mail is held for 15 days, and then returned to sender. Hours: 0830-1200 and 1300-1700, Monday Friday.
Privately Owned Vehicles (POVs) operated on Creech must be licensed and insured. Operators must carry a valid state driver s license, vehicle registration, and proof of insurance. Seat belt use is mandatory. Privately Owned Weapons are prohibited on Creech AFB. Speed Limit 20 MPH unless otherwise posted.
Telephones Calling Creech AFB:
Commercial (702) 652-XXXX
DSN 682-XXXX
Off Base Commercial Access, Dial 99, + Number
Off Base to Creech, Dial 99, 879-XXXX
Off Base DSN Access, Dial 94, + Number
On Base and Nellis AFB Calls, Dial 2 or 3, + 4 digit Number