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City Of Joliet | City Of Joliet website
The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) has announced the closure of the Ruby Street (IL Route 53) Bridge over the Des Plaines River for emergency repairs. The closure is set to begin at 6 PM on Friday, May 3, 2024, due to a mechanical failure.
The IDOT stated, "Due to a mechanical failure, the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) has announced the closure of the Ruby Street (IL Route 53) Bridge over the Des Plaines River for emergency repairs beginning at 6 PM, Friday, May 3, 2024."
In light of this emergency closure, the IDOT also mentioned, "As a result of the emergency closure, the closure of the bridge previously scheduled to begin May 13, 2024, will be moved forward, and begin immediately in conjunction with the emergency closure. A minimum 60-day closure of the bridge should be expected."
To assist drivers during this period, the IDOT has put up detour routes. As drivers navigate through the area, they are advised to exercise caution and seek alternate routes. The IDOT emphasized, "Detour routes have been posted. Drivers are advised to use caution and seek alternate routes when traveling in the area."
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