UPDATE: Inbound I-55 ramp to Ashland Avenue
5/29/2026 UPDATE: Additional needed repairs to the existing retaining wall, including construction of a new reinforced wall face in front of the existing wall, along with storm drainage system repairs are taking more time to finish than originally anticipated, all remaining work is estimated to be completed and the ramp reopened in mid to late June.
Inbound I-55 ramp to Ashland Avenue to close Nov. 3
CHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Transportation announced today that the inbound Interstate 55 (Stevenson Expressway) ramp to Ashland Avenue is scheduled to close beginning, weather permitting, Monday, Nov. 3.
The closure is necessary to accommodate retaining wall and pavement repairs. The work is estimated to be completed in February.
A detour will direct motorist to exit the expressway via Damen Avenue to Cermak Road (22nd Street) and back to Ashland Avenue.
The public can expect delays and should allow extra time for trips through this area. Alternate routes are encouraged. 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.
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