The Department of Transportation (CDOT) recently announced plans for construction on the Halsted Avenue viaduct and the Chicago Avenue viaduct and bridge. Work on Halsted Avenue is expected to begin around August 1, and work on the Chicago Avenue bridge is expected to begin as soon as September 1. CDOT has proposed a work schedule of 7am-3:30pm on weekdays.
The construction will result in a full vehicular and pedestrian closure on the Chicago Avenue bridge. CDOT will implement detours for pedestrians, vehicles, and CTA buses during the entirety of construction. Work on Halsted Avenue is expected to be completed by the end of Summer 2026, and construction on the Chicago Avenue bridge is expected to be completed by the end of 2026.
CDOT does not expect any overnight work, but the project may include weekend work on Saturdays with the regular timing. Stay tuned to Reilly Reports for updates on this construction project. To watch a recorded meeting of CDOT’s presentation of this project, please click here.