The Illinois Department of Transportation has announced the continuation of work at the intersection of Fayette Avenue and Raney Street, closing the westbound lanes of Fayette Avenue and the north side of Raney Street. This closure is part of the ongoing Fayette Avenue Reconstruction Project and will commence on Tuesday, June 18, and is expected to last three to four weeks.
During this period, westbound traffic will be rerouted to the newly constructed turn lane through the intersection, while the north leg of the intersection will be closed. Despite these closures, one lane of traffic in each direction will be maintained on Fayette Avenue to facilitate movement through the area.
Access to local businesses will remain available, with the Speedway truck stop/gas station accessible by its east entrance and the Comfort Suites Hotel accessible through its south entrance. Motorists traveling through this area should anticipate delays and are advised to allocate extra time for their journeys. When possible, the use of alternate routes is encouraged to avoid the work zone.
IDOT says driver awareness and caution are imperative in the vicinity of the construction. Motorists should watch for altered traffic patterns and signage, adhere to posted speed limits, avoid using mobile devices, and remain vigilant for workers and equipment in the area.
This reconstruction is part of the larger Rebuild Illinois capital program, a six-year initiative by IDOT aimed at enhancing more than 3,000 miles of highway and nearly 10 million square feet of bridge deck across the state. The program, with a total investment of $33.2 billion, has already seen significant progress. In the first four years, approximately $12.1 billion was allocated to statewide improvements, covering 5,339 miles of highway, 533 bridges, and implementing 762 additional safety enhancements.
For the latest updates on IDOT District 7 projects, residents can follow IDOT on Twitter at @IDOTDistrict7 or visit the traveler information map at GettingAroundIllinois.com.
