Bridge work to close Illinois 40 crossing in Bureau County

The closure

Work on the Illinois 40 bridge crossing in Bureau County will close the bridge to traffic. The closure is tied to construction work at the crossing.

What travelers should know

Drivers who use the Illinois 40 bridge will need to account for the closure while work is underway. The information available does not identify a start date, reopening date or alternate route.

Local impact

The bridge closure affects a transportation link in Bureau County. People traveling through the area should look for an official closure notice before starting a trip that uses the Illinois 40 crossing.

What comes next

The Illinois 40 crossing will remain a point to watch as officials communicate the work schedule, traffic arrangements and reopening plans. An official notice would establish when the closure begins, how long it will last and where drivers should go instead.