Joliet, IL – Commuters in Joliet should expect major traffic disruptions as crews close the busy Six Corners intersection for pavement work this week.
According to the City of Joliet, the closure at Plainfield Road, Black Road, Ruby Street, and North Raynor Avenue began Tuesday, July 8th, as part of the Plainfield Road Water Main Improvement Project. The work is expected to continue through Tuesday, July 15th. During this period, Black Road and Ruby Street will be fully closed at the intersection, with detours set up for local drivers.
Crews will repave segments of Black Road and Ruby Street, while Plainfield Road and Raynor Avenue will remain partially accessible, maintaining one lane open in each direction for through traffic. The city is advising all drivers who typically use the Six Corners area to plan for significant delays and seek alternate routes whenever possible.
According to the City of Joliet Public Utilities Department, patience is appreciated from motorists during this critical infrastructure upgrade. Drivers are reminded to reduce speed and use extra caution in all posted work zones to help keep crews and the public safe.
For further details and a map of the construction zone, residents can visit www.joliet.gov/construction-zone or contact the Public Utilities Department at (815) 724-4220 with any questions.
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