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The Illinois Department of Transportation has announced a complete closure of all lanes on Interstate 57 for bridge demolition work on Stiritz Road. The closure will begin at 7 p.m. on Sunday and is expected to last until 7 a.m. on Monday. Motorists are advised to plan accordingly and follow marked detours to avoid delays. IDOT emphasizes safety for both drivers and construction workers during this important infrastructure project.
Franklin County, Illinois – The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) has announced a complete closure of all lanes on Interstate 57 this Sunday evening for bridge demolition work. The removal of the bridge carrying Stiritz Road over I-57 will necessitate the shutdown of the interstate, affecting traffic movement between exits 65 and 59.
The lane closure is set to begin at 7 p.m. on Sunday and is expected to last through the night, with all lanes reopening by 7 a.m. on Monday, October 6. Motorists traveling through this section should plan accordingly to avoid delays, particularly during the evening hours when traffic may be highest.
To assist with this temporary disruption, a marked detour will be established along Illinois Route 37. Drivers will see flaggers, message boards, and other traffic control devices deployed throughout the area to guide vehicle flow and ensure safety. IDOT emphasizes the importance of following these directions closely to facilitate a smooth detouring process.
Throughout the closure, IDOT urges motorists to remain vigilant. Strict adherence to speed limits and avoidance of cell phone use while driving in the construction area is highly recommended. Road users are reminded to be especially cautious of the construction workers and the heavy equipment present as demolition activities are conducted.
This lane closure is part of IDOT’s ongoing efforts to improve infrastructure and maintain safe travel conditions for all users of the roadway in the region. The bridge removal is necessary to ensure the long-term safety and reliability of routes around Franklin County.
For additional details regarding the construction area and any alternative routes, travelers can reference the IDOT’s Traveler Information Map, which provides up-to-date information on road conditions and closures across the state.
Motorists planning to travel through Franklin County during this time should allow extra time for their journeys and consider alternate routes to avoid potential delays. Your attention and cooperation during this construction phase are greatly appreciated, as it contributes to the overall enhancement of Illinois’ transportation infrastructure.
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- KFVS12: I-57 Traffic to be Detoured During Construction Work
- Wikipedia: I-57
- West Kentucky Star: I-57 Closed in Southern Illinois Overnight
- Google Search: I-57 Construction
- WSIL TV: I-57 to Close Both Directions for Two Hours Overnight
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Infrastructure Construction
- Chicago Construction News: $534M in Southern Illinois Road Projects to Improve Safety
- Google Scholar: I-57 Traffic Patterns
