Larkin Avenue Water Main Work (Black Road to Oneida Street) to Begin July 16, 2026

JOLIET, Ill. - The City of Joliet Public Utilities Department will begin construction of a water main on Larkin Avenue as part of the Larkin Avenue Water Main Replacement Project beginning on Thursday, July 16, 2026. The first phase of this project includes work to replace the water main on Larkin Avenue at the intersection of Glenwood Avenue. This work will be done utilizing overnight lane closures from 7:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. Traffic on Larkin Avenue will be reduced to one lane between Black Road and Oneida Street during this time period.

The water main replacement work for this section of Larkin Avenue is anticipated to be completed by August 15, 2026. Drivers are encouraged to seek alternate routes for the duration of the work.

We appreciate your patience and ask that you drive slowly and cautiously through any construction zone. Information about the project can be found by visiting www. joliet.gov/construction-zone. If you have any questions, please contact the Public Utilities Department at (815) 724-4220.