Closure: WB Ontario Street Ramp to NB Kennedy Reversible Express Lanes
IDOT Announces Closure of Ramp Due to Automated Gate Issues
The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) has announced that the ramp from the Ontario Street feeder ramp onto the outbound Kennedy Expressway reversible lanes is now closed due to problems with the new automated gates.
Indefinite Closure
The closure is indefinite, and drivers are being advised to find alternative routes. However, the good news is that drivers can still access the northbound mainline lanes of Interstate 90/94 from Ontario Street. All other gates and access points remain operational.
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WGN Investigates has previously reported on the challenges faced by the Kennedy Expressway rehabilitation project, which ran two months longer than initially planned and saw IDOT mislead the public about the reasons for the delay.
What does this mean for commuters?
- The closure of the ramp from the Ontario Street feeder ramp onto the outbound Kennedy Expressway reversible lanes is indefinite.
- Drivers can still access the northbound mainline lanes of Interstate 90/94 from Ontario Street.
- All other gates and access points remain operational.
FAQs
- Q: Why is the ramp closed?
A: The ramp is closed due to issues with the new automated gates. - Q: How long is the closure expected to last?
A: The closure is indefinite. - Q: Can I still access the northbound mainline lanes of Interstate 90/94 from Ontario Street?
A: Yes, drivers can still access the northbound mainline lanes from Ontario Street. - Q: Are all other gates and access points operational?
A: Yes, all other gates and access points remain operational.
