Pittsfield, IL – County Highway 13 in Pike County is expected to reopen around 4 p.m. this afternoon following recent culvert replacement work that temporarily restricted access, according to the Pike County Sheriff’s Department.
According to the department, drivers traveling through the area should slow down and use caution as the roadway now contains loose gravel and a pronounced bump over the recently repaired section. Officials said the conditions may cause vehicles to jolt or shift unexpectedly if drivers approach the area at regular speed.
Crews plan to return to the site on Wednesday, November 19, to continue work on the culvert replacement project. While additional construction activity will take place that day, the sheriff’s office confirmed the highway will remain open to traffic. Motorists should still anticipate workers and equipment along the roadside and may experience slower travel as a result.
County Highway 13 is a common connector for residents heading toward Pittsfield and surrounding rural areas, making the reopening a welcome update for afternoon commuters. The sheriff’s office is urging drivers to remain alert and prepared for changing conditions, especially during low-visibility hours near dusk or after dark.
Local officials did not report any planned full closures for later this week, but they encouraged drivers to monitor updates in case conditions change as crews progress with the repair work.
Residents traveling through the area today or Wednesday are encouraged to share what traffic was like during the reopening period.
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