The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) announced today that the following ramp and lanes on I-80 and on Center Street, in Joliet and Rockdale, are closed for emergency pavement repairs.
- Eastbound I-80 ramp to northbound Center Street, anticipated to reopen by the evening rush Friday, May 2.
- Northbound Center Street between Meadow Avenue and I-80, anticipated to reopen by the evening rush Friday, May 2.
To safely complete the work, the public also should expect intermittent closures of the westbound I-80 ramp to southbound Center Street/Meadow Avenue while repairs are underway.
Heavy congestion is anticipated. Motorists should consider alternative routes to avoid the area. Local streets are unable to accommodate heavy or wide trucks so other interstate routes are encouraged.
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