The Illinois Department of Transportation has announced roadwork will commence to replace another bridge on Illinois Route 29.  This one is about 2 miles northwest of Pana beginning today. The existing bridge will be replaced with a new box culvert to facilitate drainage in the area. 

Traffic is expected to be reduced to one lane with temporary traffic signals, barriers, and flaggers to assist with control of the project area which is expected to be complete in the Spring of 2024. Motorists should expect delays and add extra time for their trips.  Drivers are urged to pay close attention to changing conditions and signs in the work zones, obey posted speed limits, refrain from using mobile devices, and be alert for workers and equipment. 

Over the next six years, IDOT is planning to improve more than 3,000 miles of highway and nearly 10 million square feet of bridge deck as part of the Rebuild Illinois Capital program, which is investing $33.2 billion into all modes of transportation.  Just this year alone, nearly $12.1 billion has been spent on over 5,339 miles of highway, 533 bridges, and 762 additional safety improvements.  

Find out more on Twitter at @idotdistrict6 or view area construction details at www.gettingaroundillinois.com.