Region 1, District 1: Preliminary work has begun in preparation for the reconstruction of Wood Street/Ashland Avenue in Chicago’s south suburbs. The work consists of installing temporary traffic signals at various intersections between 138th and 159th streets through Riverdale, Dixmoor and Harvey, as well as removing any trees that conflict with future proposed construction.

The $41.7 million project will begin later this year and ultimately replace more than 3 miles of water main. The road and various intersections will be reconstructed. The drainage system will be improved. The project also includes rehabilitation of the bridge over the Little Calumet River and a new multi-use path on the west side of Wood Street, between 144th and 149th streets.  

Region 5, District 9: Demolition crews took apart the Westminster Drive bridge that crossed Interstate 57 south of Marion in Williamson County in late January. The 50-year-old structure reached the end of its service life and will be replaced.

See the video of the Westminster Drive bridge demolition project. The $7.3 million project will be completed in 2024.