Route 102 bridge replacement to start this month

The Illinois Department of Transportation announced that a bridge replacement project on Illinois 102 over Rayn’s Creek, southeast of Wilmington, will begin, weather permitting, April. 22.

Rayn's Creek is located northwest of Old Chicago Road, near the Butterfield family farm. It was constructed in 1929 and reconstructed in 1972. It is inspected annually. The Rayn's Creek bridge superstructure is rated at 3 out of 100, with significant section loss. It is considered intolerable by today's standards and a high priority for correction.

In order to complete the work, a detour will direct traffic to Manteno and Old Chicago roads.
 
The project is expected to be complete by the end of September.
 
Motorists can expect delays and should allow extra time for trips through this area. Drivers are urged to pay close attention to flaggers and signs in the work zones, obey the posted speed limits and be on the alert for workers and equipment.