Yorkville, IL – Drivers in downtown Yorkville should prepare for detours and potential delays next month as Illinois Railway plans a full closure of IL Route 47 for essential track repairs. The shutdown will run from Sunday, November 2 through Tuesday, November 4, affecting traffic through the city’s main corridor.
According to the Yorkville Police Department, the closure will take place near the Fox River bridge area, where Illinois Railway crews will perform critical maintenance work. Officials are encouraging residents and commuters to plan alternate routes ahead of time and expect increased congestion on nearby roads.
🚗 Detour Route: Drivers are advised to follow IL 71 → Orchard Road → US 34 as the designated detour during the repair period.
City officials also emphasized that local businesses along Route 47 will remain open throughout the closure. “Please support them during the detour,” the department posted on social media, reminding residents to shop locally while the work is underway.
The city plans to share updates and reminders as the closure date approaches. Drivers are encouraged to monitor official channels for any schedule adjustments or extended work hours.
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