New Interstate 80 Bridge Over Joliet's Des Plaines River

under construction

The project involves constructing a new Interstate 80 Bridge over the Des Plaines River in Joliet, Illinois. The existing 1960s-era bridge is being replaced with a modern bridge featuring three lanes in each direction, rebuilt interchanges, and improved capacity to enhance safety and efficiency for people and freight. Construction includes clearing land along Water Street, where older homes have been demolished to make way for the new bridge. The project is part of a larger 16-mile corridor reconstruction expected to be completed by the end of 2028.