Overnight work on Illinois 2 in Lee and Whiteside counties begins Oct. 7

LEE AND WHITESIDE COUNTIES – The Illinois Department of Transportation announced today that weather permitting, construction on Illinois 2 in Lee and Whiteside counties will begin Wednesday, Oct. 7. The work zone will be from just east of Sterling between Mound Hill and Prairieville-Palmyra roads.

Work will be done overnight to patch the northbound and southbound lanes. One lane will be closed at a time during the project, which is expected to be completed by Oct. 21.

Motorists can expect delays and should allow extra time for trips through this area and be prepared for slow and stopped traffic. 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.

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