Illinois 78 bridge repairs begin Sept. 16

The Illinois Department of Transportation announced that weather permitting, construction will begin Monday, Sept. 16, on the Illinois 78 bridge over Interstate 88.

Work will consist of bridge repairs. One side of the bridge will be closed during the work and one lane of traffic will be maintained at all times. There also will be intermittent lane closures on I-88 during the project, which is expected to be completed by the end of October.

Motorists can expect delays and should allow extra time for trips through this area. To avoid the work area, when feasible, use of alternate routes 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.

View area construction details on IDOT's traveler information map on GettingAroundIllinois.com.