Marshfield Avenue work in Calumet Park begins this week

CHICAGO - The Illinois Department of Transportation announced that construction on Marshfield Avenue between Vermont Street and 127th Street in Calumet Park begins this week.

The work involves resurfacing of Marshfield Avenue as well as drainage improvements, curb and gutter replacement, and pavement striping. The project will require lane and ramp closures on Marshfield Avenue and northbound I-57 through Dec. 24.

The public can expect delays and should allow extra time for trips through this area. Alternate routes are encouraged. 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.

Over the next six years, IDOT is planning to improve 7,107 lane miles of highway and 8.4 million square feet of bridge deck as part of Rebuild Illinois, which is investing $33.2 billion into all modes of transportation. Accomplishments through Year Seven of Rebuild Illinois include $25.6 billion of improvements statewide to 24,498 lane miles of highway, 959 bridges and 1,475 additional safety improvements.

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