Southbound State Street Closure in Chicago Starting April 13

CDOT announces closure between Wacker Drive and Randolph Street for emergency sewer repairs.

Apr. 10, 2026 at 6:02pm

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An abstract, impressionistic scene of blurred street lights and traffic signals in warm, earthy tones, conveying the mood of urban infrastructure disruption.The temporary closure of a major downtown Chicago street for emergency repairs will disrupt traffic flow and access to businesses in the bustling Loop district.Chicago Today

The Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT) has announced that southbound State Street in downtown Chicago will be closed between Wacker Drive and Randolph Street starting on Monday, April 13, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. The closure is due to emergency sewer repairs in the area.

Why it matters

This closure will impact traffic flow and access to businesses in the heart of Chicago's Loop district, one of the busiest commercial areas of the city. Commuters and visitors will need to plan alternate routes during this time.

The details

CDOT stated the southbound closure on State Street between Wacker and Randolph is necessary to allow crews to perform emergency sewer repairs in the area. The repairs are expected to take several days to complete.

  • The closure will begin on Monday, April 13, 2026 at 9:00 a.m.

The players

Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT)

The government agency responsible for managing transportation infrastructure and services in the city of Chicago.

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What’s next

CDOT has advised drivers to seek alternate routes and expect delays in the area during the closure. The agency has not provided an estimated timeline for when the repairs and reopening of southbound State Street will be completed.

The takeaway

This emergency closure on a major downtown Chicago street highlights the ongoing need for infrastructure maintenance and the impact that can have on traffic and accessibility in the city's central business district.