Chicago, IL – Major traffic changes are set to begin tonight on the outbound Kennedy Expressway (I-90/94), as the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) implements a new stage of ramp closures and lane shifts, affecting drivers from Washington Boulevard to Addison Street.
According to the Illinois Department of Transportation, starting at 10 p.m. Monday, July 7, several entrance and exit ramps along the Kennedy Expressway will be closed immediately, with work zones shifting lanes over several days. Closures will impact key ramps at Keeler Avenue, Kostner Avenue, Kimball Avenue, Fullerton Avenue/Western Road, North Avenue, Armitage Avenue, and Augusta Boulevard. Express lane exits to O’Hare and I-90 will remain open during this stage, but reversible express lane closures are expected.
The work zone adjustments are part of a larger construction project, requiring traffic to shift from the inside two lanes to the outside two lanes. IDOT is urging motorists to plan ahead, expect significant delays, and consider alternate routes or public transit options where possible. Additional ramp closures are anticipated in the coming weeks as work progresses.
The ramp closures and shifting traffic patterns are expected to cause congestion and delays throughout the duration of the project. Motorists traveling on outbound I-90/94 should stay alert for updated signage and ongoing changes in the work zone layout.
Travelers are encouraged to check real-time updates and detailed detour information through IDOT’s official website and social media channels before making travel plans this week.
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