Quincy, IL – A major Mississippi River crossing in western Illinois is shut down after state transportation officials identified a structural issue affecting the driving surface.
The Quincy Memorial Bridge, which carries eastbound U.S. 24 traffic between Quincy, Illinois and Missouri, is now closed for approximately four weeks as crews complete emergency repairs. The closure follows what officials described as a failure of an expansion joint impacting the roadway.
According to the Illinois Department of Transportation, the shutdown was announced Sunday night and will remain in effect while crews assess and repair the damaged section. During this time, all traffic will be rerouted to the Bayview Bridge, which carries westbound U.S. 24. The Bayview Bridge will accommodate two-way traffic across the Mississippi River throughout the repair period.
Transportation officials said repair assessments are ongoing and are expected to continue into Tuesday. Motorists are urged to plan ahead, anticipate delays and allow extra travel time, particularly during peak commuting hours.
The Quincy Memorial Bridge is a critical connector for regional commerce and daily travel between western Illinois and northeastern Missouri. The temporary closure is expected to significantly impact local traffic patterns, including commercial trucking routes.
Drivers are encouraged to monitor official updates from the Illinois Department of Transportation for changes to the timeline or traffic configuration. No injuries have been reported in connection with the structural issue.
Officials emphasized that the emergency closure is necessary to maintain public safety while repairs are completed.
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