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Traffic Stoppages Starting Tuesday in Galesburg
The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) announces that on Tuesday, August 25th motorists can expect approximately 20 minute stoppages on westbound Interstate 74 near the US 34 interchange about two miles north of Galesburg. Along with the stoppages on I-74, the ramp from eastbound US 34 to westbound I-74 will be closed to all traffic that day. Work is expected to begin around 8:00 am and continue through the day. The stoppages are necessary to facilitate in the removal of the beams from the bridge on US 34 over I-74.

Also, on Wednesday, August 26th motorists can expect approximately 20 minute stoppages on eastbound Interstate 74 near the US 34 interchange. The ramp from westbound US 34 to eastbound I-74 will be closed to all traffic that day. Work is expected to begin around 8:00 am and continue through the day. The stoppages are also necessary to facilitate in the removal of the beams from the bridge on US 34 over I-74.

All work and related traffic stoppages are weather dependent. Please plan accordingly if you will be traveling through this area on either of these days. Please slow down and use extreme caution while driving in all work zones.

(Submitted by IDOT District 4)
08 21 09 by Newsroom
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