Reminder: I-80 reconstruction is moving forward, and work zones can shift quickly.
Please expect changing traffic patterns, temporary lane closures, and periodic overnight ramp closures. Give yourself a little extra time and stay alert when traveling through the area.
TRAFFIC ALERTS
April 29, 2026
Full closure on I-55 at I-80 over two consecutive nights
The Illinois Department of Transportation announced today that as part of ongoing efforts to rebuild the Interstate 80 bridges over Interstate 55, in Joliet, Channahon and Shorewood, a full closure will be required in both directions of I-55 at I-80 over two consecutive nights, beginning, weather permitting, Tuesday, May 5. The closures are necessary to safely install steel beams on the I-80 bridge over the expressway.
Tuesday, May 5
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Starting at 8 p.m., eastbound I-80 will be reduced to one lane between River Road and I-55.
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Starting at 9 p.m., northbound and southbound I-55 will be reduced to one lane between Illinois 59 and U.S. 6.
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At 11 p.m., the westbound I-80 ramp to southbound I-55 will close.
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Between midnight and 5 a.m. northbound I-55 will be fully closed at I-80.
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During that time, a detour will direct northbound I-55 traffic to exit at eastbound I-80 to northbound Houbolt Road and reenter westbound I-80 to access northbound I-55.
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One lane on northbound and southbound I-55 will reopen by 5 a.m., with all lanes and ramps open by 6 a.m. Wednesday.
Wednesday, May 6
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Starting at 8 p.m., eastbound I-80 will be reduced to one lane between River Road and I-55.
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Starting at 9 p.m., northbound and southbound I-55 will be reduced to one lane between Illinois 59 and U.S. 6.
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At 11 p.m., the westbound I-80 ramp to southbound I-55 will close.
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Between midnight and 5 a.m. southbound I-55 will be fully closed at I-80.
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During that time, a detour will direct southbound I-55 traffic to exit at westbound I-80 to southbound Ridge Road and reenter eastbound I-80 to access southbound I-55.
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All lanes and ramps will reopen by 6 a.m. Thursday
The work is anticipated to be completed by 6 a.m. Thursday, May 7.
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.
April 23, 2026
Ramp closures at I-80 & Chicago Street in Joliet begin April 24
Starting Friday night, April 24, multiple ramps will close at Chicago Street so crews can safely rebuild this key interchange.
▶️ View the video below for detour routes and plan your trip.
Watch for new traffic signals! We’ve reconfigured I-80 ramps to maintain access:
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Both directions of traffic on Chicago St can get to westbound I-80
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Eastbound I-80 can exit to Chicago St and turn either northbound or southbound
Ramps will remain closed through 2028.
Here’s what’s happening: this stretch of I-80 — from Center Street to Chicago Street — includes the Des Plaines River bridge, which is being rebuilt on a new alignment. Because everything is connected, the interchanges need to be rebuilt at the same time to tie into the new bridge.
Thanks for your patience as we move this work forward.
February 26, 2026
Chicago Street interchange at I-80 construction begins week of March 2
Work begins next week as we modernize the interchange to improve safety, traffic flow, and access to I-80. This project is part of the final stretch of the I-80 reconstruction and is scheduled for completion in 2028.
What to expect:
Chicago Street will be reduced to one lane in each direction for about one month while crews build temporary pavement to prepare for upcoming detours.
We appreciate your patience as we build a safer, more reliable corridor for the future.
December 16, 2025
I-80 & Center St Interchange Improvements
Major improvements coming to Center Street interchange! Starting after the evening rush on Monday, Dec 22, the I-80 interchange ramps at Center St/Meadow Ave will close as crews begin reconstruction of the interchange. Center St/Meadow Ave over I-80 between Wheeler Ave and Morgan St will close as well.
➡️ Detours will be posted using U.S. 6, Larkin Ave (IL 7), and Jefferson St (U.S. 52).
➡️ The ramp from eastbound Meadow Ave to EB I-80 will remain open.
Detour maps:
Eastbound I-80 to Northbound Center Street Detour Route
Westbound I-80 to Center Street Detour Route
Southbound Center Street to West-and-Eastbound I-80 Detour Routes
Northbound and Southbound Center Street Detour Routes
The ramps to and from the interstate and Center St/Meadow Ave over the interstate are anticipated to reopen in late 2028. When complete, the interchange will provide safer, more efficient travel for years to come.
Please plan ahead, allow extra time, and use caution in work zones.
March 17, 2025
I-55 and I-80 long-term ramp closures
Long-term ramp closures at the I-55 and I-80 interchange are in place.
CLOSED: Southbound I-55 to eastbound I-80 ramp is closed and anticipated to reopen fall 2026.
CLOSED: Northbound I-55 to westbound I-80 ramp is closed and is anticipated to reopen fall 2025.
Follow posted detours.
View Southbound I-55 to Eastbound I-80 Detour Map
View Northbound I-55 to Westbound I-80 Detour Map
March 28, 2024
12 miles of I-80 under construction, traffic shifts through 2026
Beginning Monday, April 1, weather permitting, I-80 mainline work will begin. The new phase will rebuild and widen nearly 12 miles, as part of the overall $1.3 billion reconstruction of the interstate through Will County, a project made possible by Gov. JB Pritzker’s historic, bipartisan Rebuild Illinois capital program.
A work zone has been established between Ridge Road and Wheeler Avenue with traffic shifted to allow reconstruction of the interstate.
Two lanes in each direction of I-80 will continue to remain during the project, but the public should anticipate narrowed lanes and closed shoulders throughout the entire 12-mile work zone.
Expect delays and allow extra time for trips. Be prepared for slow and stopped traffic. To avoid the work area, when feasible, use of alternate routes and off-peak trips should be considered. 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 be alert for workers and equipment.