Nighttime work on I-55 begins this week. Here’s what IDOT says drivers should expect
Nighttime lane closures on I-55 between I-270 and Illinois 143 will begin Monday, June 3, and should last a few weeks, according to the Illinois Department of Transportation.
Lanes will be closed nightly between 7 p.m. and 6 a.m. northbound and 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. southbound to prepare the Maple Grove Road bridge over I-55 for deck repairs. The work is expected to be finished by mid-June. One lane will remain open in each direction at all times, according to IDOT.
Officials said delays are possible and recommended drivers allow extra time for trips through the work zone. IDOT also asked drivers traveling through the area reduce speed, refrain from using mobile devices, pay attention to all construction signage and be alert for changing conditions.
This story was originally published June 1, 2019 at 1:19 PM with the headline "Nighttime work on I-55 begins this week. Here’s what IDOT says drivers should expect."