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03/03/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 03/03/2026 17:37

UPDATE: Full closure on I-55 at I-80 over four nights

3/3/26 UPDATE: Due to expected inclement weather, this Wednesday and Thursday's overnight work and closures have been rescheduled to take place, weather permitting, Monday, March 9 and Tuesday, March 10. Updated details are highlighted below. Tonight's work and closures will take place as scheduled.

CHICAGO - The Illinois Department of Transportation announced today that as part of ongoing efforts to rebuild the Interstate 80 bridges over I-55 in Joliet, Channahon and Shorewood, a full closure will be required in both directions of I-55 at I-80 over four nights beginning, weather permitting, Monday, March 2. The closures are necessary to safely remove existing steel beams and install new steel beams on I-80 bridges over the expressway. ​

Monday, March 2

  • Starting at 9 p.m., southbound I-55 will be reduced to one lane between Illinois 59 and U.S. 6.
  • At midnight, the westbound I-80 ramp to southbound I-55 will close.
  • Between midnight and 5 a.m. southbound I-55 will be fully closed at I-80.
  • During that time, a detour will direct southbound I-55 traffic to exit the expressway at I-80 (westbound), to Ridge Road (southbound) and reenter I-80 (eastbound), back to southbound I-55.
  • The ramp and lanes that were closed overnight will reopen by 6 a.m. Tuesday.

Tuesday, March 3

  • Starting at 9 p.m., northbound I-55 will be reduced to one lane between U.S. 6 and Illinois 59.
  • Between midnight and 5 a.m. northbound I-55 will be fully closed at I-80.
  • During that time, a detour will direct northbound I-55 traffic to exit the expressway at I-80 (eastbound), to Houbolt Road (northbound) and reenter I-80 (westbound), back to northbound I-55.
  • The lanes that were closed overnight will reopen by 5 a.m. Wednesday.

Monday, March 9

  • Starting at 9 p.m., northbound I-55 will be reduced to one lane between U.S. 6 and I-80.
  • Between midnight and 5 a.m. northbound I-55 will be fully closed at I-80 .
  • During that time, a detour will direct northbound I-55 motorists to exit the expressway at I-80 (eastbound), to Houbolt Road (northbound) and reenter I-80 (westbound), back to northbound I-55.
  • The lanes that were closed overnight will reopen by 5 a.m. Tuesday.

Tuesday, March 10

  • Starting at 9 p.m., southbound I-55 will be reduced to one lane between Illinois 59 and I-80.
  • At midnight, the westbound I-80 ramp to southbound I-55 will close.
  • Between midnight and 5 a.m. southbound I-55 will be fully closed at I-80 .
  • During that time, a detour will direct southbound I-55 motorists to exit the expressway at I-80 (westbound), to Ridge Road (southbound) and reenter I-80 (eastbound), back to southbound I-55.
  • The ramp and lanes that were closed overnight will reopen by 6 a.m. Wednesday.

As the I-80 reconstruction continues, the public should continue to expect lane shifts, overnight lane closures and significant delays and allow extra time for trips through this area. Drivers are urged to pay close attention to flaggers and signs in the work zones, obey the posted speed limits and be on the alert for workers and equipment.

For more information, visit I80will.org. The mobile-friendly website features project information, photos, and the ability to submit questions and comments to the project team via a "Contact" link. Find traffic and road conditions at www.gettingaroundillinois.com. You also can follow IDOT on Facebook and X. ​

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