Long-term lane closures on I-88 in Rochelle start this week

Long-term lane reductions start this week on westbound I-88 over South Caron Road in Rochelle for repair work. Closures on South Caron Road will also be needed. The repair work is scheduled to continue throughout November, including additional I-88 and local road closures. All work is scheduled to be completed this year.Electronic and construction signs will be placed to alert drivers of closures and detours. Starting this week, westbound I-88 will be reduced to a single lane for crews to complete bridge deck work over South Caron Road. Northbound South Caron Road under I-88 is scheduled to close for a week in November. A detour will be posted, rerouting traffic along Steward Road, Main Street and Steam Plant Road to access South Caron Road. The repair work includes deck sealing, joint cleaning and bearing replacement. All road work is weather dependent. For current information on construction activities, drivers can check the Daily Construction Alert on the Tollway’s website, accordin