Lane closures expected to stall traffic on I-70. Here’s what you should know

The Illinois Department of Transportation announces lane restrictions on eastbound I-70 near Pocahontas beginning Monday, May 16, and continuing through Friday, May 20.

Weather permitting, the right lane eastbound over Shoal Creek will be closed from Monday, May 16, through Wednesday, May 18. Upon completion, the left lane eastbound over the East Fork of Shoal Creek will be closed through Friday, May 20.

“These restrictions are needed to perform deck patching on the bridge structures over Shoal Creek and the East Fork of Shoal Creek. IDOT District 8 Operations forces will make the needed improvements. Full access will be restored as soon as possible,” an IDOT release stated.

Motorists can expect delays and should allow extra time for travel through this area. To avoid the work area, IDOT suggests using alternate routes when feasible. 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.

For IDOT District 8 updates, follow us on Twitter at @IDOTDistrict8 or view area construction details on IDOT’s traveler information map on GettingAroundIllinois.com.

This story was originally published May 15, 2022 at 9:47 AM.