Illinois 50 Peotone Resurfacing Project Begins May 1
Summary
The Illinois Department of Transportation announced that patching and resurfacing of Illinois 50 between Beecher and Wilmington roads in Peotone will begin May 1, 2026. The $1.3 million project covers a 1.2-mile stretch and includes shoulder widening and construction of new ADA-compliant sidewalk ramps. Intermittent daytime lane closures will be required during construction, with completion anticipated in September 2026.
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The Illinois Department of Transportation announced a road resurfacing project on Illinois 50 in Peotone, Illinois, beginning May 1, 2026. The $1.3 million project will resurface 1.2 miles of roadway, widen shoulders, and construct new ADA-compliant sidewalk ramps between Beecher and Wilmington roads.
Drivers and residents in the affected area should expect intermittent daytime lane closures and potential delays throughout construction. Access to residences and businesses will be maintained. The public is encouraged to use alternate routes and exercise caution around work zones, flaggers, and construction equipment.
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Illinois 50 in Peotone resurfacing begins May 1
April 20, 2026
CHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Transportation announced today that patching and resurfacing of Illinois 50 between Beecher and Wilmington roads in Peotone will require intermittent daytime lane closures beginning, weather permitting, Friday, May 1.
The $1.3 million project, which consists of resurfacing the 1.2-mile stretch of Illinois 50, shoulder widening and constructing new ADA-compliant sidewalk ramps, is anticipated to be completed in September. Access to residences and businesses within the work zone will be maintained throughout construction.
The public can expect delays and should allow extra time for trips through this area. Alternate routes are encouraged. Drivers are urged to pay close attention to flaggers and signs in the work zones, obey the posted speed limits and be on the alert for workers and equipment.
Over the next six years, IDOT is planning to improve 7,107 lane miles of highway and 8.4 million square feet of bridge deck as part of Rebuild Illinois, which is investing $33.2 billion into all modes of transportation. Accomplishments through Year Six of Rebuild Illinois include almost $20.8 billion of improvements statewide to 21,309 lane miles of highway, 815 bridges and 1,181 additional safety improvements.
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Maria Castaneda
IDOT
- maria.c.castaneda@illinois.gov
- (312) 447-1919
Guy Tridgell
IDOT
- guy.tridgell@illinois.gov
- (312) 343-1731
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