Pothole repair operations taking
place across Illinois
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[January 26, 2024]
The
Illinois Department of Transportation is advising the public that
maintenance crews are out patrolling and repairing potholes on state
highways and interstates across the state, requiring drivers to slow
down, use caution and move over for workers. Non-emergency patching
operations usually take place during nonpeak travel periods and
often require temporary lane closures.
“Potholes unfortunately can be anticipated to form as a result of
the weather patterns at this time of year,” said Illinois
Transportation Secretary Omer Osman. “We will be doing our best to
make repairs as they develop, but we ask for your cooperation as
well to ensure everyone’s safety. Pothole patching operations are
work zones. Please be on alert for the orange IDOT trucks, reducing
your speed and moving over so they have room to work.”
Recent heavy snow, rains and freezing temperatures have caused an
increase in potholes throughout the state. Potholes typically are
caused by water getting into or underneath the pavement. During
freeze and thaw periods, the moisture causes the asphalt or concrete
to shift, buckle or break. When vehicles drive over these weakened
areas, they leave those dreaded potholes.
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Motorists can expect brief lane
closures as required and should allow extra time for trips
through areas where patching is taking place. At all times,
drivers are urged to pay close attention for flaggers and signs,
obey the posted speed limits and be on the alert for workers and
equipment. If you encounter maintenance vehicles and workers,
slow down, move over and give them space – it’s the law.
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IDOT is committed to patching potholes as quickly as
possible. It’s a continuing operation –anytime IDOT maintenance
staff are not plowing snow or treating roads at this time of year,
they can be found monitoring pavement conditions and repairing
potholes.
To report a pothole on a state highway or interstate, call
1-800-452-IDOT(4368).
To view a short video on how potholes form,
click here or visit
IDOT’s YouTube channel. For regular updates on statewide road
conditions, visit
www.gettingaroundillinois.com.
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