This bridge replacement project will utilize Surface Transportation Program Bridge (STP-BR), Township Bridge Program (TBP) local funds for the bridge replacement and reconstruction of the east and west bridge approaches.  The project is being administered and has been awarded through the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT). 

Project Location and Limits

This bridge replacement will be completed on Oak Spring Road, over the Des Plaines River., in Libertyville Township, Lake County.

Proposed Improvements

The total project length is approximately 643 feet (0.13 miles). In general, the proposed improvements will include:

The new bridge will provide a single 12-foot travel lane in each direction, plus a 3-foot shoulder and an 8-foot pathway on both sides of the traveled way as shown in the image below.

What To Expect

Oak Spring Road will be closed at the bridge, over the Des Plaines River, during construction.  Oak Spring Road will be closed to through traffic.  A detour route will be in place throughout the project duration.  See included map for more detail.  The detour route will use Second Street, Church Street, Fourth Avenue, IL. Route 176, and Saint Mary’s Road.

It is anticipated that the Lake Minear parking, Des Plaines River Trail path, and all residential driveways and streets will be accessible throughout the duration of the construction. Conversely, the Des Plaines River Trail spur to the LCFPD Canoe Launch and the Canoe Launch parking lot will be closed.

See the location map and detour exhibit below for more detail.

The project team thanks you in advance for your patience and cooperation during this project. Motorists and pedestrians approaching the work zone are urged to pay close attention to orange signs and flaggers in work zones, obey posted speed limits, avoid cell phone use, be alert for construction workers and equipment, and obey closures and safety measures.

Schedule

This project is scheduled to begin July 8th, 2024, weather permitting, and we anticipate the project being substantially completed by Summer 2025. Weather and unforeseen circumstances may adversely affect the proposed schedule.

In accordance with the Libertyville Township Road District policies, daily working hours for the construction project are from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday through Friday and 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Saturday. There is currently no work anticipated on Sundays or legal, observed holidays.

If you should require special assistance or have construction related questions or concerns, please contact the project’s Resident Engineer, Jon Zuhr.

For other Libertyville Township Road District questions or concerns, please visit the Township Road District’s website by clicking on the logo below, or by phone at (847) 362-3350.