Northbound I-55 Lane Closures Scheduled in East St. Louis for Bridge Maintenance

The Illinois Department of Transportation said the daily closures between St. Clair Avenue and Exchange Avenue will run from 5:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., weather permitting, from June 15 through June 17.

Dawn Johnson, IDOT Communications

Jun 14, 2026 8:15 AM

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EAST ST. LOUIS – The Illinois Department of Transportation announced today that lane closures will be in place on northbound Interstate 55 between St. Clair Avenue and Exchange Avenue in East St. Louis from 5:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily beginning Monday, June 15, through Wednesday, June 17, weather permitting, for bridge maintenance.

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Motorists should expect delays and are encouraged to use alternate routes during this 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.

For IDOT District 8 updates, follow us on the social media platform X at @IDOTDistrict8 or view area construction details on IDOT’s traveler information map on GettingAroundIllinois.com.

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