Champaign Announces Two Road Closures Starting Thursday

Fifth Street and Broadmoor Drive to see temporary shutdowns for construction work.

Published on Feb. 11, 2026

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The city of Champaign, Illinois has announced that two separate road closures will begin on Thursday, February 12th due to ongoing construction projects. Fifth Street between Springfield Avenue and Healey Street will be closed from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. to allow for material delivery, while the westbound lane of Broadmoor Drive between Mattis Avenue and Lakeside Drive will close for pavement patching and is scheduled to last through Monday, February 16th.

Why it matters

These temporary road closures will impact traffic flow and require drivers to plan alternate routes in the affected areas of Champaign. Maintaining access to local properties is a priority, but through traffic will not be permitted during the construction periods.

The details

The Fifth Street closure between Springfield Avenue and Healey Street is to allow for material delivery at 502 S. Fifth Street. The westbound lane of Broadmoor Drive between Mattis Avenue and Lakeside Drive will close for pavement patching work.

  • The Fifth Street closure will take place on Thursday, February 12th from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.
  • The Broadmoor Drive closure is scheduled to last from Thursday, February 12th through Monday, February 16th.

The players

City of Champaign

The local government overseeing the construction projects and road closures in Champaign, Illinois.

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What’s next

Drivers are encouraged to plan alternate routes and use caution when traveling through the construction zones.

The takeaway

These temporary road closures in Champaign will require motorists to adjust their commutes and travel plans, highlighting the ongoing infrastructure maintenance and improvements taking place in the city.