CHESTER – The Illinois Department of Transportation today announced that rehabilitation of a crossing by Union Pacific railroad on Illinois 3 between Water Street and Pleasant Ridge Road in Randolph County will require a full closure, weather permitting, on Monday, Sept. 9.
A posted detour will be in place to safely guide motorists around the closure.
Motorists can expect delays and should allow extra time for trips through this area. Drivers are urged to pay close attention to detour signs in work zones, obey the posted speed limits, refrain from using mobile devices and be alert for workers and equipment.
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