BELLEVILLE – The Illinois Department of Transportation today announced that intermittent daytime lane closures will take place on U.S. 50 from Old U.S. 50 to just east of Crackerneck Road in St. Clair County from Wednesday, Oct. 14, through Friday, Oct. 23, 2026, weather permitting.

The lane closures are necessary for the evaluation of pavement conditions.

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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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