WASHINGTON/JEFFERSON COUNTIES, IL — The Illinois Department of Transportation announced that Interstate 64 from east of Okawville to the Jefferson County line will have intermediate lane restrictions in each direction beginning at 6 p.m. Monday, March 8th. Lane closures can be expected between the hours of 6 p.m. and 10 a.m. daily. One lane of traffic in each direction will always remain open.
This work is necessary to complete pavement repairs. Work is anticipated to be completed in early July. Motorists should allow extra time for trips through this area.
Drivers are urged to pay close attention to changing conditions and signs in the work zones, obey the posted speed limits, refrain from using mobile devices and be alert for workers and equipment.