The Houbolt Road Extension Project Website
The Houbolt Road Extension JV, LLC is a business partnership between CenterPoint Properties and United Bridge Partners.
Will County is one of the nation’s largest transportation hubs, with demand for freight projected to double in the Chicago Metropolitan area over the next 20 years. The Houbolt Road Extension is a privately financed 1.5-mile long extension of Houbolt Road from US 6 to Schweitzer Road with a new bridge over the Des Plaines River. This new access route for trucks is the result of years of collaboration and thoughtful planning, and will ensure the industry remains a driver of jobs and revenue for Will County while protecting our community.
The partnership has launched a website at houboltroadextension.com for updates and information on the extension project.
Project News
IDOT 5-year plan includes big improvements on I-80, I-55 in Will County
The Illinois Department of Transportation on Tuesday released a $21.3 billion five-year highway improvement plan with five major projects in Will County. The plan includes $3.2 billion in spending for fiscal year 2021, but IDOT warned that funding could be curtailed because of the impact of COVID-19 on the economy.
Construction of Houbolt Road bridge in Joliet planned for September
Construction of Houbolt Road bridge in Joliet planned for September By BOB OKON | Herald News Construction of a future Houbolt Road bridge could start in September now that a lease agreement from the public-private project has been approved. The Joliet City Council on...
Pritzker signs law allowing Will County more control over tollways
Pritzker signs law allowing Will County more control over tollways Would allow Will County Board to set toll rate for Houbolt Road bridge By ALEX ORTIZ The Herald News On Friday, Gov. JB Pritzker signed into law a measure giving county governments authority to...
I-80 Public Hearings
You're InvitedI-80 Ridge Road to US Route 30 Public Hearings Wed. Nov. 6, 2019Holiday Inn1472 Rock Creek BoulevardJoliet, IL 60431 Thurs. Nov. 7, 2019All Nation Church of GodCommunity Life Center503 Water StreetJoliet, IL 60436 Des Plaines Bridges News
IDOT Holds Informational Meetings For Residents That Will Be Affected By I-80 Reconfiguration
IDOT Holds Informational Meetings For Residents That Will Be Affected By I-80 Reconfiguration IDOT has been meeting with residents who live around I-80 and the Des Plaines River during Phase 1 of the I-80 reconfiguration. IDOT met with resident this past June and...
J.B. barnstorms behind capital plan
Pritzker signed the capital bill and kicked off his day in East St. Louis, then continued on to the Lincoln Depot State Historic Site in Springfield and held another event in the afternoon within sight of the infamous Interstate 80 bridge across the Des Plaines River, set to be replaced as part of $1.2 billion in the plan earmarked for multiple bridge replacements and road upgrades in Joliet and Will County.
I-80 Through Joliet Big Winner In Illinois Budget
Included in a statewide construction plan that addresses hospitals, schools and roadways will be funding dedicated to repairs ensuring the long-term safety of the I-80 bridge spanning the Des Plaines River. The plan passed with support from State Senators Pat McGuire and Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant.
State inspects I80 bridges again
Governor has proposed funding for aging infrastructure’s replacement
Inspectors this week are completing an annual examination of the Interstate 80 bridges that state officials say is done to assure they are safe to drive on, despite the need for repairs.