Illinois 129

I-55 project a game changer for growth, jobs

Published by admin on Tue, 08/20/2024 - 4:03pm

At one time, anything south of Route 59 on Interstate 55 was considered the “wild blue yonder,” with little on the horizon except corn and soybean fields.
Ready or not, that will soon change forever. The Illinois Dept. of Transportation (IDOT) has masterminded a project that will open the west side of Wilmington to commerce and industry, and ultimately, growth.

$2.6 million project starts Monday for Route 129 at Coal City Road

Published by admin on Sun, 04/17/2022 - 4:12pm

Improvements to the intersection of Illinois 129 and Coal City Road in Braidwood and Wilmington will begin, weather permitting, starting this week.
Initially, motorists can expect daytime closures, down to a single lane, with flaggers at the intersection. In early May, one lane in each direction will be maintained, with lane widths reduced to 9 feet 6 inches just before and after the intersection.