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Lane closures at Knoxville and Pioneer to continue

The Illinois Department of Transportation announced that electrical work underway at the intersection of Knoxville Avenue (Illinois 40) and Pioneer Parkway in Peoria will continue into next week.

The project requires intermittent lane closures on Knoxville as well as the eastbound Pioneer Parkway right-turn lane onto southbound Knoxville.

Motorists can expect delays and should allow extra time for trips through this area. To avoid the work area, when feasible, use of alternate routes should be considered. Drivers are urged to pay close attention to changed conditions and signs in the work zones, obey the posted speed limits, refrain from using mobile devices and be alert for workers and equipment.

Over the next six years, IDOT is planning to improve more than 2,500 miles of highway and nearly 10 million square feet of bridge deck as part of the Rebuild Illinois capital program, which is investing $33.2 billion into all modes of transportation. Accomplishments through Year Three of Rebuild Illinois included approximately $8.6 billion of improvements statewide on 4,422 miles of highway, 412 bridges, and 621 additional safety improvements.

6/9/2023 4:39 PM (Updated 6/9/2023 4:39 PM)

I-70 lane closures begin June 12

The Illinois Department of Transportation announces that lane restrictions will be encountered on westbound Interstate 70, east of Pocahontas.

Weather permitting, beginning at 6:30 AM, Monday, June 12, the outside right lane will be closed on westbound I-70 between milepost 36 and milepost 39 until 4:30 PM, Friday, June 16. All lanes will be opened by 4:30 PM on Friday, June 16.

These restrictions are necessary to perform pavement patching in this area. IDOT District 8 Operations forces will make the needed improvements.

6/9/2023 3:59 PM (Updated 6/9/2023 3:59 PM)

U.S. 40 to close for bridge repairs June 12

The Illinois Department of Transportation announced that repairs to the bridge over the CSXT Railroad just east of Mulberry Grove on U.S. 40 will be closed beginning June 12.

Repairs include deck patching, joint replacements and deck overlays. The repairs will improve the safety of the bridge and provide motorists with a smoother driving surface. A detour utilizing Interstate 70 and the interchanges in Mulberry Grove and Vandalia will be posted. Work is expected to be complete on the bridge by late August.

Only local traffic will be permitted on U.S. 40 between Illinois 140 (County Road 1250 N) east of Mulberry Grove and Randolph Street in Vandalia during the bridge repairs. Motorists are encouraged to follow the posted detour and should allow for extra travel time. Drivers are urged to pay close attention to changed conditions and signs in the work zones, obey the posted speed limits, refrain from using mobile devices and be alert for workers and equipment.

6/9/2023 3:17 PM (Updated 6/9/2023 3:17 PM)

Barrington: Main Street closing at rail crossing June 12

The Illinois Department of Transportation announced that repairs by the Union Pacific Railroad to a crossing on Main Street/Lake Cook Road, between Park Avenue and Ela Street in Barrington, will require a full closure starting, weather permitting, 9 a.m. Monday, June 12.

A posted detour will direct vehicular traffic to Hough Street (Illinois 59) and Northwest Highway (U.S.14). Truck traffic will be detoured to Hough Street, Dundee Road (Illinois 68) and Northwest Highway.

The work is expected to be complete by 5 p.m. Friday, June 23.

6/9/2023 3:05 PM (Updated 6/9/2023 3:05 PM)

Metro East: I-55/64 lane closures set June 12-13

The Illinois Department of Transportation announced lane closures can be expected on northbound Interstate-55/64 just past the Poplar Street Bridge from 7 AM to 3 PM on Monday, June 12, and Tuesday, June 13.

One northbound lane will always remain open. These lane closures are required to conduct electrical work on the sign truss structure at this location.

6/9/2023 2:49 PM (Updated 6/9/2023 2:49 PM)

Joliet: Brandon Road bridge temporary closure for lock repairs begins tomorrow

The Illinois Department of Transportation announced that lock repairs by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will require a full closure of the Brandon Road bridge over the Des Plaines River in Joliet.

The closures are scheduled to take place from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. on the following days:

June: 10, 11 and 12

August: 15, 22 and 23

September: 23 and 24

During that time, motorists should cross the river at McDonough Street via U.S. 6, U.S. 52/Illinois 53 and Laraway Road. Advance notice signs will be on Brandon Road prior to each closure.

The public can expect delays and should allow extra time for trips through this area. Drivers are urged to pay close attention to flaggers and signs in the work zones, obey the posted speed limits and be on the alert for workers and equipment.

More information about the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers project can be found at https://www.mvr.usace.army.mil/Missions/Navigation/Navigation-Status/.

6/9/2023 1:10 PM (Updated 6/9/2023 1:10 PM)

Carbondale: Main Street closure set June 12-16

The Illinois Department of Transportation announces that there will be a road closure on Main Street (westbound Illinois 13) at the Canadian National railroad crossing just east of Illinois Avenue (northbound US 51) Carbondale.

Beginning Monday, June 12, at 8 am and concluding on Friday, June 16, at 6 pm, crews from Canadian National will repair the railroad crossing.

There will be no traffic permitted through the crossing during the repairs. To avoid the work area, when feasible, use of the marked detour should be considered. Drivers are urged to pay close attention to changed conditions and signs in the work zones, obey the posted speed limits, refrain from using mobile devices and be alert for workers and equipment.

6/9/2023 11:14 AM (Updated 6/9/2023 11:14 AM)

Main Street in Barrington closing at rail crossing June 12

CHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Transportation announced today that repairs by the Union Pacific Railroad to a crossing on Main Street/Lake Cook Road, between Park Avenue and Ela Street, in Barrington, will require a full closure starting, weather permitting, 9 a.m. Monday, June 12.

The work is expected to be complete by 5 p.m. Friday, June 23.

Motorists can expect delays and should allow extra time for trips through this area. Drivers are urged to pay close attention to detour signs in the work zones, obey the posted speed limits and be on the alert for workers and equipment.

6/8/2023 5:04 PM (Updated 6/8/2023 5:04 PM)

US-14 Lane Closures Begin June 12

CHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Transportation announced today that a culvert replacement project on U.S. 14 (Division Street) over the ditch, between Crowley and Oak Grove roads, in unincorporated Chemung Township in McHenry County, will require lane closures beginning, weather permitting, Monday, June 12.

To complete the work, U.S. 14 will be reduced to one lane, controlled with a temporary traffic signal between Garfield Street and Autumn Glen. The $1 million project is anticipated to be completed by the end of this year.

Motorists can expect delays and should allow extra time for trips through this area. Drivers are urged to pay close attention to flaggers and signs in the work zones, obey the posted speed limits and be on the alert for workers and equipment.

For more information on IDOT projects, click here. Find traffic and road conditions at www.gettingaroundillinois.com. You also can follow IDOT on Facebook and Twitter.

6/8/2023 5:03 PM (Updated 6/8/2023 5:03 PM)

Brandon Road Bridge in Joliet Temporary Closure for U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Lock Repairs

CHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Transportation announced today that lock repairs by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will require a full closure of the Brandon Road bridge over the Des Plaines River, in Joliet.

The closures are scheduled to take place from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. on the following days:

June:10, 11 and 12

Aug: 15, 22 and 23

Sept: 23 and 24

During that time, motorists should cross the river at McDonough Street via U.S. 6, U.S. 52/Illinois 53 and Laraway Road. Advance notice signs will be on Brandon Road prior to each closure.

More information about the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers project can be found at https://www.mvr.usace.army.mil/Missions/Navigation/Navigation-Status/.

For information on IDOT projects, click here. Find traffic and road conditions at www.gettingaroundillinois.com. You also can follow IDOT on Facebook and Twitter.

6/8/2023 4:58 PM (Updated 6/8/2023 4:58 PM)

Briggs Street over I-80 bridge work begins June 19

CHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Transportation announced today that a project to replace the bridge carrying Briggs Street over Interstate 80, in Joliet, will begin, weather permitting, Monday, June 19. The project is part of advance work leading to the $1.2 billion reconstruction of I-80 through Will County.

Briggs Street will remain one lane in each direction, with lane widths reduced to 11 feet and no shoulders over the bridge. Motorists should also expect shoulder and occasional overnight lane closures on I-80 at the bridge during that time.

The $7.3 million project, which involves replacing the existing bridge with a new structure to accommodate the widening of I-80, is anticipated to be completed in late 2024.

The overall I-80 project will redesign and rebuild 16 miles from Ridge Road, in Minooka, to U.S. 30, in Joliet and New Lenox, while adding or extending auxiliary lanes to improve safety and reduce congestion. Interchanges will be rebuilt or improved at Interstate 55, Illinois 7, Center Street, Chicago Street, Richards Street and Briggs Street, with a new flyover ramp linking southbound I-55 to eastbound I-80 to improve traffic flow and safety. More than 30 bridges will be rehabilitated or replaced, including those over the Des Plaines River.

6/8/2023 4:57 PM (Updated 6/8/2023 4:57 PM)

I-270 Lane Closures Begin June 9

The Illinois Department of Transportation announced today that repairs in both directions of Interstate 270 between Illinois 3 and Riverview Drive in Missouri will require lane closures starting, weather permitting, at 9 p.m. Friday, June 9. One lane in each direction will remain open at all times. All lanes will reopen by 5 a.m. Monday, June 12.

Motorists should expect delays and are encouraged to use alternate routes during this closure. Drivers are urged to reduce speed, be alert for changing conditions, obey all construction signage, and refrain from using mobile devices while approaching and traveling through the work zone.

6/8/2023 4:29 PM (Updated 6/8/2023 4:29 PM)

Fabyan Parkway Road Closure Starting June 19th

June 8, 2023 - Fabyan Parkway will be closed to through traffic from Hughes Road to Main Street Road beginning the week of June 19, 2023 until July 31, 2023, weather permitting. A posted detour will be in place utilizing Fabyan Parkway, Randall Road and Main Street Road. While closed to through traffic, this section of road will remain open to local traffic only.

This road closure will expedite construction, allow crews better access to the site while protecting the public by distancing them from the work and is part of the continued construction for the Bliss Road, Main Street Road and Fabyan Parkway Intersection Reconstruction Improvement project.

The Bliss/Main/Fabyan project consists of a new road alignment, roundabout construction, roadway widening, resurfacing, lighting, drainage, and landscape restoration which will increase safety and traffic flow operations through the intersection. The anticipated completion date for the project is November 2023, weather permitting.

Visit our Traffic Advisories webpage for more information on road closures, detours, and active KDOT projects.

Motorists should expect delays while traveling through the work areas, consider alternate routes and expect additional commute time. Motorists are asked to reduce their speed, watch for construction workers and vehicles entering and leaving the site and obey flaggers and traffic control devices. It is illegal to talk or text on a cell phone while driving.

6/8/2023 3:56 PM (Updated 6/8/2023 4:11 PM)

Overnight Closure of I-57 Set June 11

The Illinois Department of Transportation would like to alert motorists traveling on Interstate 57 in Williamson County of an upcoming closure.

Beginning June 11 at 7 p.m., both directions of I-57 will be closed to all traffic between Illinois 148 (exit 45) and Marion (exit 54). All lanes will be re-opened the following morning, Monday June 12, at 7 a.m.

This closure is necessary to erect new structural steel on the bridge carrying Westminster Drive over I-57 just south of Marion.

A marked detour will be in place to direct northbound and southbound traffic around the work zone. The detour will utilize Illinois 13 and Illinois 148 for both directions.

The northbound on-ramps at Old Illinois 13 and Illinois 13 will remain open.

Flaggers, message boards and traffic control devices will be used to inform and direct motorists.

6/8/2023 2:43 PM (Updated 6/8/2023 2:43 PM)

Kane County DOT PRESS RELEASE

Orchard Road at U.S. Route 30 Intersection Reconstruction Improvement

June 8, 2023 - Pavement grinding of the intersection of Orchard Road and U.S. Route 30 will occur the week of June 12^th, weather permitting, to improve pavement ride. Temporary daily lane closures from 7 am to 4 pm will be required on both Orchard Road and U.S. Route 30 and are expected to last for approximately 2 to 4 days, weather and logistics permitting. The above-mentioned roads will remain open during construction, but will include temporary daily daytime lane closures and flaggers.

This intersection reconstruction improvement will add lanes, update traffic signals, and improve the multi-use path. Landscaping and permanent traffic signal installation are scheduled for completion in 2023.

6/8/2023 2:24 PM (Updated 6/8/2023 2:24 PM)

Frey Meadows Road Work Begins June 9

The Illinois Department of Transportation announced today that repairing and resurfacing of Frey Meadows Road from U.S. 40 to 1 mile west of U.S. 40 near Pocahontas in Bond County will begin, weather permitting, Friday, June 9.

To complete the work, Frey Meadows Road will be reduced to one lane at U.S. 40. Flaggers will maintain traffic. The work is expected to be completed by June 23.

Drivers are urged to reduce speed, be alert for changing conditions, obey all construction signage, consider alternate routes, and refrain from using mobile devices while approaching and traveling through the work zone.

6/8/2023 2:23 PM (Updated 6/8/2023 2:23 PM)

Coles County: Bridge replacement to close U.S. 45 June 9

The Illinois Department of Transportation announced that replacement of the bridge over Flat Branch just south of Humboldt begins Friday, June 9. A complete closure of U.S. 45 will be necessary for the replacement of the bridge.

Benefits for motorists include a smoother driving surface. A detour route utilizing Interstate 57 will be posted. Work is expected to be complete by Nov. 1.

Only local traffic will be permitted on U.S. 45 between County Highway 18 north of Mattoon and Illinois 133 in Arcola. Motorists are encouraged to follow the posted detour and should allow for extra travel time. Drivers are urged to pay close attention to changed conditions and signs in the work zones, obey the posted speed limits, refrain from using mobile devices and be alert for workers and equipment.

6/8/2023 1:38 PM (Updated 6/8/2023 1:38 PM)

I-65 concrete restoration work moving northbound

LAKE COUNTY, Ind. - Indiana Department of Transportation contractor Rieth Riley Construction will move to the next phase of concrete restoration work on I-65 between U.S. 30 and I-80/94 on or after Saturday, June 10, switching from the southbound to the northbound side.

I-65 northbound will be reduced to two lanes between mile marker 256 to 259, with one lane using a left crossover express lane that will not have access to the exit ramp at Ridge Rd. Southbound I-65 will have three lanes shifted to the right to make room for the northbound crossover lane.

There will be no access to I-65 northbound from U.S. 30, 61st Ave or Ridge Rd during this phase, with all ramps from those roadways to I-65 northbound closed. These restrictions and closures will be in place through late June.

The ramp from U.S. 231 to northbound I-65 is also closed for a separate contract through late August, meaning those wanting to access I-65 northbound will need to utilize 109th Ave or I-80/94. Motorists are encouraged to use State Road 53/Broadway as a detour.

I-65 northbound is expected to be returned to three lanes and the ramps from U.S. 30 and 61st Ave to northbound I-65 are expected to reopen when this phase is complete in late June. The ramp from Ridge Rd to I-65 northbound will remain closed through the duration of work on northbound I-65, which will be ongoing through late October.

Motorists should expect delays during peak times. All schedules are weather dependent and subject to change. Concrete restoration work will be ongoing in this area through late fall.

INDOT encourages drivers to allow extra time when driving through this area and follow traffic directions carefully. Motorists should slow down, exercise caution and drive distraction-free through all work zones.

6/7/2023 11:35 AM (Updated 6/7/2023 11:35 AM)

Ramp closures scheduled for U.S. 20 and U.S. 31 interchange

ST. JOSEPH COUNTY, Ind. - Indiana Department of Transportation contractor Rieth-Riley Construction Co is conducting bridge work that will result in ramp closures at the U.S. 31 and U.S. 20 interchange (west junction) beginning on or after Monday, June 12.

The two east side loop ramps will be closed for approximately 10 days beginning on or after June 12. This is the ramp from northbound U.S. 31 to westbound U.S. 20 and the ramp from eastbound U.S. 20 to northbound U.S. 31 (indicated in purple on map).

When those ramps reopen on or around June 22, the two west side loop ramps will close for approximately 18 days. This is the ramp from westbound U.S. 20 to southbound U.S. 31 and the ramp from southbound U.S. 31 to eastbound U.S. 20 (indicated in blue on map).

The U.S. 31/20 Bypass is reduced to one lane in each direction with alternating lane closures between State Road 2 and Nimtz Parkway for a bridge deck overlay project, which will be ongoing through late August.

Motorists should be prepared for changing traffic patterns in the area. INDOT encourages drivers to allow extra time when driving through this area and follow traffic directions carefully. Motorists should slow down, exercise caution and drive distraction-free through all work zones.