Lane Closures Begin at I-270 and Illinois 111 Interchange

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The Illinois Department of Transportation has announced that lane closures are scheduled at the Interstate 270/Illinois 111 interchange in Madison County beginning on Monday, February 16, for guardrail repairs. The closures will affect both Illinois 111 and westbound I-270, with one lane remaining open in each direction through the work zones.

Why it matters

The lane closures are part of ongoing work associated with the recently completed reconstruction of the I-270/Illinois 111 interchange. Drivers in the area should expect delays and are encouraged to use alternate routes during this time.

The details

On Illinois 111, the outside lanes at the new I-270/Illinois 111 interchange will be closed, with one lane remaining open to traffic through the work zone. The work on Illinois 111 is expected to be completed by the end of the week, weather permitting. On westbound I-270, two lanes will be closed between Illinois 255 and Illinois 111, with one lane remaining open to traffic. The westbound I-270 work is expected to be completed in one day, weather permitting.

• The lane closures are scheduled to begin at 9 a.m. on Monday, February 16, 2026.
• The work on Illinois 111 is expected to be completed by the end of the week, weather permitting.
• The westbound I-270 work is expected to be completed in one day, weather permitting.

What’s next

Motorists should expect delays and are encouraged to use alternate routes during this lane closure. Drivers are urged to reduce speed, be alert for changing conditions, obey all construction signage and refrain from using mobile devices while approaching and traveling through the work zone.