The Oak Spring Road Bridge Replacement project is scheduled to begin on Monday, July 8, 2024.
Due to the scope and nature of the bridge replacement project, Oak Spring Road will be closed for the duration of construction from the Des Plaines River Trail to the west and the private driveway at 15463 Oak Spring Road to the east. Local traffic will be permitted from Appley Avenue/2nd Street to the full closure, and from St. Mary’s Road to the full closure. While Lake Minear parking, Des Plaines River Trail path, and all residential driveways and side streets will remain accessible throughout the construction period, the Des Plaines River Trail path spur and LCFPD Canoe Launch parking lot will be closed. The project is anticipated to be completed in fall 2025.
The project involves the full removal and replacement of the existing bridge, originally constructed in 1967, along with pavement reconstruction on the east and west approaches. The new structure will feature a single 12-foot travel lane in each direction, a 3-foot shoulder, and an 8-foot pathway on both sides of the traveled way.
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.