IDOT Announces Lane Restrictions On Thursday and Friday On Poplar Street Bridge In East St. Louis

EAST ST. LOUIS – The Illinois Department of Transportation announces lane restrictions will be encountered Thursday, November 5, 2020 and Friday November 6, 2020, on the eastbound I-55/64 Poplar Street Bridge, in East St. Louis. Weather permitting, the left center two lanes eastbound will be closed from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm to repair the center attenuator.

Motorists can expect delays and should allow extra time for trips through this area. To avoid the work area, when feasible, use of alternate routes should be considered. Drivers are urged to pay close attention to changed conditions and signs in the work zones, obey the posted speed limits, refrain from using mobile devices and be alert for workers and equipment.

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

RuAnna M. Stumpf