Illinois DOT Crews Extend Life of I-24 Ohio River Bridge

Illinois DOT is extending the life of the I-24 Ohio River bridge with a $38 million project to address structural issues until a new bridge can be built in the next two decades. Challenges include heavy traffic, narrow lanes, and minimizing accidents during construction. The project aims to improve safety and traffic flow, part of a broader plan to enhance transportation infrastructure in Illinois....

Illinois DOT is extending the life of the I-24 Ohio River bridge with a $38 million project to address structural issues until a new bridge can be built in the next two decades. Challenges include heavy traffic, narrow lanes, and minimizing accidents during construction. The project aims to improve safety and traffic flow, part of a broader plan to enhance transportation infrastructure in Illinois....