The Illinois Department of Transportation announced that lanes that have been closed for construction will reopen, where possible, for the Memorial Day holiday to minimize travel disruption.
Non-emergency closures will be suspended from 3:00 p.m. Friday, May 23, to 11:59 p.m. Monday, May 26.
The following I-80 lane closures will remain in place during the holiday weekend. The public can expect delays and should allow extra time for trips through these areas. 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 stay alert for workers and equipment. At all times, please buckle and drive sober.
Will County (Joliet Area)
- I-80 between Ridge Road and Wheeler Avenue in Joliet; all shoulders closed.
- I-80 ramps to southbound Larkin Avenue (Illinois 7) in Joliet; closed, detour posted
- I-80 at Richards Street in Joliet; all ramps closed.
- I-80 between Rowell Avenue in Joliet and Gougar Road in New Lenox; all shoulders closed.
Henry County (Cambridge Area)
- I-80 between the Rock River and Cleveland Avenue; lane reductions continue.
Bureau County (Princeton Area)
- I-80 between mileposts 35 and 45; lane reductions continue.
- I-80 between mileposts 69 and 75; lane reductions continue.
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