Overnight closures on westbound I-80 ​

CHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Transportation announced today that as part of ongoing efforts to rebuild Interstate 80 from Ridge Road, in Minooka, to U.S. 30, in Joliet and New Lenox, an overnight ramp and lane closures are scheduled to take place on westbound Interstate 80 beginning, weather permitting, Wednesday Aug. 27. The closures are necessary to facilitate a concrete pour to construct the new pavement.

Starting at 7 p.m., the left lane on westbound I-80 between U.S. 30 and Richards Street will close. The Briggs Street ramp to westbound I-80 also will close. At least one westbound lane will remain open to traffic. The work is anticipated to be completed by 5 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 28. However, it may take more time for the concrete to set and gain sufficient strength before the lane can be reopened to traffic. Eastbound I-80 will not be impacted.

As the I-80 reconstruction continues, the public should continue to expect lane shifts, overnight lane closures and significant delays and to 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 visit I80will.org. The mobile-friendly website features project information, photos, and the ability to submit questions and comments to the project team via a “Contact” link. Find traffic and road conditions at www.gettingaroundillinois.com. You also can follow IDOT on Facebook and X.

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