Elwood, IL – Motorists traveling through Elwood Monday night should expect full lane closures on Mississippi Avenue as crews perform preliminary railroad crossing repairs, according to the Village of Elwood and Elwood Fire Protection District.
The temporary closure, scheduled for Monday, October 20, 2025, begins at 7:00 P.M. and lasts until midnight, affecting both eastbound and westbound lanes between Douglas Street and Matteson Street.
According to officials, the Union Pacific Railroad will conduct necessary maintenance at the Mississippi Avenue crossing. During the work window, the road will be completely closed to through traffic, and detour signs will be posted. Message boards and barricades will alert drivers in advance of the work zone.
Motorists are advised to seek alternate routes and exercise caution near crews and equipment. The official detour route will direct drivers north on Route 53 to Manhattan Road, then west on Manhattan to Brandon Road, south on Brandon, and south again on South Chicago Street to reconnect with Mississippi Avenue.
Authorities urge drivers to remain alert and reduce speeds when approaching the detour, emphasizing worker safety throughout the brief overnight closure.
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