Joliet Announces North Raynor Avenue Street Closure

Closure from Plainfield Road to Moran Street effective April 6 for water main work

Apr. 2, 2026 at 6:02pm

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The City of Joliet has announced that North Raynor Avenue between Plainfield Road and Moran Street will be closed starting April 6, 2026 as part of the Cunningham Phase 1 Water Main Improvement Project. The closure is necessary to allow for the construction of a new water main along this stretch of North Raynor Avenue.

Why it matters

This closure will impact traffic flow and access in the area, requiring drivers to find alternate routes during the construction period. The water main improvements are part of the city's ongoing infrastructure upgrades to ensure reliable water service for residents and businesses.

The details

The closure of North Raynor Avenue will allow crews to construct a new water main along this section of the road. The work is part of the larger Cunningham Phase 1 Water Main Improvement Project taking place in the city.

  • The street closure will be effective starting April 6, 2026.

The players

City of Joliet

The local government overseeing the Cunningham Phase 1 Water Main Improvement Project and the North Raynor Avenue street closure.

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What’s next

Residents and businesses in the area should plan for the closure and seek alternate routes during the construction period.

The takeaway

This infrastructure project is part of Joliet's ongoing efforts to upgrade its water system and maintain reliable service for the community, though the street closure will cause temporary disruptions for drivers in the area.