Kennedy Expressway Reversible Lanes to Reopen Next Week
Construction Update
The reversible lanes of the Kennedy Expressway are set to reopen next week after nearly a year of construction. An exact reopening date has not been set, but the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) anticipates it will open during the week of January 13, weather permitting.
Additional Lane Closures Scheduled
Before the reopening, there will be three nights of additional lane closures starting Thursday to clear out the work zone. At least one lane in each direction will remain open at all times, according to IDOT.
Night 1: Thursday, January 9
Beginning 10 p.m. Thursday, two left lanes on the inbound Kennedy will be closed from Lawrence Avenue to the Edens junction. At the same time, two left lanes on the inbound Edens will be closed from Foster Avenue to the junction. Ramps will not be affected. Lanes reopen at 5 a.m. Friday.
Night 2: Friday, January 10
At 10 p.m. Friday, two left lanes on the outbound Kennedy will be closed from Randolph and Ohio streets. Also, the Ontario Street feeder ramp will be closed. Lanes reopen at 6 a.m. Saturday.
Night 3: Saturday, January 11
At 10 p.m. Saturday, two left lanes on the inbound Kennedy will be closed from Kimball and Sacramento avenues. Two left lanes on the outbound Kennedy will close from Diversey to Fullerton avenues. Lanes reopen at 6 a.m. Sunday.
Conclusion
The Kennedy Expressway reversible lanes are expected to reopen next week after nearly a year of construction. While there will be additional lane closures before the reopening, at least one lane in each direction will remain open at all times. IDOT anticipates the reopening date to be during the week of January 13, weather permitting.
FAQs
Q: When will the Kennedy Expressway reversible lanes reopen?
A: The exact reopening date has not been set, but IDOT anticipates it will open during the week of January 13, weather permitting.
Q: Will all lanes be closed at the same time?
A: No, at least one lane in each direction will remain open at all times during the additional lane closures.
Q: Why are the lane closures necessary?
A: The lane closures are necessary to clear out the work zone and safely remove the barricades and apply new pavement markings.
Q: Will the ramps be affected during the lane closures?
A: No, the ramps will not be affected during the lane closures.
