Touhy Avenue full closure in Des Plaines

November 14, 2025

Corrected: The work/closure starts today, Friday, Nov. 14.

CHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Transportation announced today that repairs by Canadian National to a railroad crossing on Touhy Avenue east of Mannheim Road (U.S. 12/45) in Des Plaines will require a full closure starting, weather permitting, 9 a.m. Monday, Nov. 14.

A detour will direct motorist to Mannheim Road/Lee Street, Oakton Street and River Road. The work is being overseen by the railroad and is expected to be completed by 6 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 20.

The public should 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.

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 X.

# # #

Maria Castaneda

IDOT

Guy Tridgell

IDOT

Latest stories

Ring in the New Year on safe, sober note if you are getting behind the wheel

SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Transportation, Illinois State Police and law enforcement agencies throughout the state are joining forces to increase patrols focused on impaired drivers, seat belt violations, distracted driving and speeding as 2025 comes to a close. Whether you’re traveling a short or long distance the goal is for everyone to arrive to their destination and kick off 2026 safely.