Rebuilding DuPage County: Multiple projects highlight another historic construction season
Gov. Pritzker’s capital program modernizing infrastructure throughout region and Illinois
DuPAGE COUNTY – As part of one of its busiest construction seasons ever, the Illinois Department of Transportation is delivering several major projects in DuPage County, fueled by Gov. JB Pritzker’s historic, bipartisan Rebuild Illinois capital program. Six projects combined represent a total investment of nearly $73.7 million, improving safety and mobility while sustaining and creating good-paying jobs throughout the region.
“Through Rebuild Illinois, we are making good on our promise to restore and transform our state’s infrastructure while promoting economic growth,” said Gov. Pritzker. “This summer, IDOT will continue to build on years of progress by undertaking construction projects that will create safer roads and bridges and provide jobs across the state. Through these projects, we are demonstrating what government is supposed to do and that’s investing in the people and communities we serve.”
Of the six major projects in DuPage County, five are scheduled to wrap up this year, with the remaining one to be completed in 2027.
- Illinois 56 (Butterfield Road) from just west of Illinois 53 to southbound Interstate 355 (Veterans Memorial Tollway) intersection reconstruction, bridge repair, new bridge deck, bridge beam replacement, noise barrier installation, retaining wall installation and ADA improvements began in 2024 and are anticipated to be completed in 2027. Two lanes will remain open in each direction.
- Illinois 38 (Roosevelt Road) from east of Technology Boulevard to west of Winfield Road resurfacing and ADA-compliant sidewalk ramp installation began in spring and are anticipated to be completed this fall. Daytime lane closures are in place.
- Irving Park Road (Illinois 19) from east of Wise Road to Roselle Road resurfacing, new shoulders and ADA-compliant sidewalk installation began in spring and are anticipated to be completed this fall. Daytime lane closures are in place.
- Irving Park Road from Roselle Road to Baker Drive resurfacing, new shoulders and ADA-compliant sidewalk ramp installation began in spring and are anticipated to be completed this fall. Daytime lane closures are in place.
- Illinois 56 (Butterfield Road) from Illinois 59 to York Road traffic signal modernization began in spring and is anticipated to be completed in 2026. Daytime lane closures are in place.
- Illinois 56 (Butterfield Road) from west of Illinois 59 to Naperville Road resurfacing began in spring and is anticipated to be completed this fall. One lane of traffic will be open in each direction. Daytime lane closures are in place.
“As we look to address Illinois’ aging infrastructure, I am happy to see that DuPage County is set to receive the investments needed to improve our roads and bridges,” said state Sen. Suzy Glowiak Hilton (D-Western Springs). “Rebuild Illinois showcases that our state is fully committed to fulfilling transportation needs, improving safety and creating economic opportunities.”
“These important investments in DuPage County's transportation system will make our roads and bridges safer and stronger while improving accessibility and reducing noise impacts on neighbors,” said state Rep. Terra Costa Howard (D-Glen Ellyn). “These road construction projects are supporting good jobs in our communities this summer, and they will increase the safety of our highway infrastructure for years to come.”
“DuPage County residents and commuters will benefit from these projects along some of our busiest corridors,” said DuPage County Board Chair Deborah Conroy. “Drivers, cyclists and pedestrians will enjoy increased safety, improved accessibility and more efficient routes as they travel throughout the county. We’re grateful to Gov. Pritzker and pleased Rebuild Illinois focuses on these critical infrastructure improvements.”
Passed in 2019, Rebuild Illinois is investing a total of $33.2 billion over six years into the state’s aging transportation system, creating jobs and promoting economic growth. Rebuild Illinois is not only the largest capital program in state history, but also the first that touches all modes of transportation: roads and bridges, transit, waterways, freight and passenger rail, aviation, and bicycle and pedestrian accommodations.
“Rebuild Illinois continues to reshape transportation, creating economic opportunity, improving mobility and enhancing quality of life in every corner of the state,” said Illinois Transportation Secretary Gia Biagi. “Remember: If you are traveling anywhere in Illinois this summer, you will be traveling through work zones. When you see orange, slow down and save lives.”
Accomplishments through Year Six of Rebuild Illinois include almost $20.8 billion of improvements statewide on 7,897 miles of highway, 815 bridges and 1,181 additional safety improvements. Visit https://idot.click/Rebuild-Illinois for information and highlights of other Rebuild Illinois projects happening throughout the state.
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Maria Castaneda
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