Traffic patterns at I-39 and Illinois 38 interchange in Rochelle to change Nov. 16

ROCHELLE - The Illinois Department of Transportation announced today that there will be a traffic pattern change at the interchange of Interstate 39 and Illinois 38 in Rochelle. Beginning Monday, Nov. 16, traffic shifts will be done to convert the interchange from a diamond into a diverging diamond design on Illinois 38 as part of a $23.9 million project.

The project began in 2025. Work completed this construction season included installation of a new bridge deck, building the crossovers and ramps as part of the interchange, construction of a multiuse path, and work at the intersection of Illinois 38 and Dement Road. Work will continue next year, and the project is expected to be completed by the end of June 2027.

Drivers are urged to pay close attention to changed conditions and signs in the work zone areas, obey the posted speed limits, refrain from using mobile devices and be alert for workers and equipment.

Over the next six years, IDOT is planning to improve 7,107 lane miles of highway and 8.4 million square feet of bridge deck as part of Rebuild Illinois, which is investing $33.2 billion into all modes of transportation. Accomplishments through Year Seven of Rebuild Illinois include $25.6 billion of improvements statewide to 24,498 lane miles of highway, 959 bridges and 1,475 additional safety improvements.

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