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Gov. Pritzker Advances Vision to Rebuild I-80
Gov. JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) were joined by local...
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Illinois Lays Out Timeline for I-80
After preliminary work that began in 2021, reconstruction of a 16-mile stretch from Ridge Road in...
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IDOT Engineer of Program Development Discusses Project Plan
Illinois Department of Transportation Engineer of Program Development John Baczek discusses...
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Your Future
I-80 in Will County is in serious need of reconstruction. For decades, this aging interstate system has been a constant source of congestion and frustration for motorists, and lack of funding has led to a patchwork of temporary fixes and small improvements. That is now changing! With incoming federal and state funding, we’re ready to roll with big improvements that will make your commute safer and more reliable! The Illinois Department of Transportation has launched an aggressive plan to reconstruct 16 miles of I-80 from Minooka to New Lenox, including rehabilitating over 30 bridges.
Construction is underway and will be implemented in phases to minimize impacts on traffic.
WHAT
Reconstruct approximately 16 miles of I-80, including 30 bridges
WHERE
I-80 from Ridge Road in Minooka to U.S. 30 in New Lenox
WHEN
Construction is underway and anticipated to be completed in 2028
WHY
The aging infrastructure is in frequent need of repairs, requiring
new construction to enhance safety and reduce congestion
COST
The estimated construction cost to
rebuild I-80 is approximately $1.2 billion
CONTACT
Hotline
1-844-I80-4ALL
(480-4255)
