Rochelle, IL – Drivers in the Steward area will need to plan alternate routes next week as the Steward Road railroad crossing in Rochelle is set to close for maintenance from Monday, Nov. 17 through Friday, Nov. 21, 2025.
According to the City of Rochelle Engineering Department, the closure affects the crossing located about 500 feet north of the Ogle–Lee county line. Crews will be conducting repairs to the rail and roadway surface to improve safety and travel conditions.
During the closure, all traffic will be detoured via Perry Road to Illinois Route 251, both to and from Steward. Local access will remain open only to residents and emergency services.
The Lee County Sheriff’s Office advised drivers to allow extra time for travel and follow posted detour signs throughout the work zone. Weather conditions could affect completion dates, but the project is expected to wrap up by Friday evening.
Motorists are encouraged to check the City of Rochelle and Lee County Sheriff’s Office social media pages for updates and reopening information as the week progresses.
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