Springfield, Illinois – Lane closures on I-55 in Springfield begin Feb. 16, affecting overnight traffic.
According to the Illinois Department of Transportation, crews will begin removing the unused CWLP railroad bridge over Interstate 55 at milepost 94 starting Monday, Feb. 16.
The project area is located between the Stevenson Drive and Sixth Street interchanges. IDOT officials said the work is expected to take approximately two months to complete.
Overnight lane closures will be in effect from 7 p.m. to 6 a.m., Sunday nights through Friday mornings. A posted detour will direct motorists to use Stevenson Drive and Sixth Street during active closure periods.
Transportation officials said the bridge removal is part of ongoing infrastructure improvements in the Springfield area. No full interstate shutdown has been announced, but drivers should anticipate reduced lanes and possible delays during nighttime hours.
The work may impact commuters traveling between neighborhoods on Springfield’s southeast side, particularly students and young workers who rely on early morning interstate access.
Motorists are urged to reduce speed in work zones, follow posted signage, and allow extra travel time during overnight hours.
IDOT has not announced additional daytime restrictions at this time. Updates will be provided as construction progresses.
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