EAST ST. LOUIS - The Illinois Department of Transportation today announced the Martin Luther King Bridge will be reduced to one lane eastbound and completely closed westbound beginning Wednesday, Sept. 9, weather permitting, for bridge maintenance.

The eastbound lane closure and westbound full closure will be limited to off-peak hours. All lanes will be open during peak hours from 6 a.m. to 9 a.m. westbound and 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. eastbound.

The closures will be in place Sept. 9-11, weather permitting.

Motorists should expect delays and are encouraged to use alternate routes during the closures. Drivers are urged to reduce speed, be alert for changing conditions, obey all construction signage and refrain from using mobile devices while approaching and traveling through the work zone.

For IDOT District 8 updates, follow us on the social media platform X at @IDOTDistrict8 or view area construction details on IDOT's traveler information map on GettingAroundIllinois.com.

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