Joliet | wikipedia.org
Joliet | wikipedia.org
Essington Road at the CN Rail crossing in Joliet will be closed starting at 9:00 a.m. on Monday, November 10, and is expected to reopen by 6:00 p.m. on Friday, November 14. The City of Joliet stated that the timeline for the closure may change depending on weather conditions and work progress.
The closure will allow the CN Railway Company to replace the grade crossing at this location. A detour route has been established using Renwick Road, Gaylord Road, and Division Street.
Motorists are encouraged to exercise caution in the area and seek alternative routes during this period. For questions about the closure, residents can contact the Department of Public Works at 815-724-4200.
Joliet is located in Will and Kendall counties, approximately 30 miles southwest of Chicago. It serves as the county seat of Will County and had a population of over 150,000 according to the 2020 census. Additional information about Joliet can be found at https://www.joliet.gov.
For media inquiries, Rosemaria DiBenedetto, Media Engagement and Communications Director, can be reached by cell at 847-269-5556 or by email at rdibenedetto@joliet.gov.
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