I-80 (Interstate 80) Road Conditions
I-80 State Weather Links
I-80 Road Conditions for October 30, 2025
- California: No I-80 ramp closures posted on Caltrans QuickMap as of late morning; recent West Sacramento WB I-80 on-ramp closures (Enterprise Blvd & West Capitol Ave) were last scheduled earlier this month, not in effect today.
- Nevada (Reno): Ongoing project includes intermittent overnight closures of the West McCarran Blvd and Keystone Ave ramps to I-80 (Sun–Fri, ~9 p.m.–5 a.m.). Expect periodic lane reductions near I-80 between Keystone & McCarran.
- Utah: No I-80 ramp closures posted on UDOT Traffic at time of check.
- Wyoming: No I-80 ramp closures listed on WYDOT 511 at time of check; work zones continue west of Green River (MM 83–86) and other segments; WB Green River Tunnel recently reopened with speed/width restrictions.
- Nebraska (Omaha–Lincoln & statewide): Multiple active long-term I-80 work zones today with lane reductions and width limits (e.g., NE-50↔US-275 Omaha: 12-ft limit; Lincoln area nighttime work; Lexington/Odessa head-to-head). Details below.
- Iowa (Des Moines): Tonight’s previously planned NE Mixmaster ramp closures were rescheduled to Nov 2–3—no I-80/I-235 ramp closures in effect today.
- Illinois (Joliet corridor): Richards St interchange ramps reopened Oct 1; no I-80 ramp closures posted today (lane shifts/overnight work continue in the Will Co. reconstruction corridor).
- Indiana: No I-80/94 or I-80/I-90 (Toll Road) ramp closures posted today; note temporary parking reductions at Toll Road Truck Lot 6 (MP 108) through mid-Nov.
- Ohio: No I-80-specific ramp closures posted on OHGO/Turnpike alerts at time of check.
- Pennsylvania (White Haven): PA-940 → I-80 EB on-ramp at Exit 273 remains closed (closure extended through Dec 31, 2025) for Lehigh River bridge work; follow posted detours.
- New Jersey: No active I-80 ramp closures posted today; recent EB Exit 30 (Howard Blvd) ramp closure in September was scheduled for ~1 month and is no longer in effect; intermittent overnight EB lane closures for paving concluded in late September.
I-80 California Road Conditions
- Current ramps: No I-80 ramp closures posted on Caltrans QuickMap as of check time.
- Recent/nearby work (context): West Sacramento WB I-80 on-ramps at Enterprise Blvd & West Capitol Ave had a 55-hour closure earlier in October (project continues but no closure posted today).
State info: Caltrans QuickMap
I-80 Nevada Road Conditions
- Reno – West McCarran Blvd & Keystone Ave: Intermittent overnight ramp closures to I-80 and periodic lane reductions (Sun–Fri, ~9 p.m.–5 a.m.) for the “I-80 West Reno Improvements” project.
State info: Nevada 511 • NDOT project page
I-80 Utah Road Conditions
- Statewide: No I-80 ramp closures posted on UDOT’s live map at time of check.
State info: UDOT Traffic (511)
I-80 Wyoming Road Conditions
- Green River (MM 83–86): Ongoing concrete repair work; expect single-lane operations and reduced speeds; ramp closures occur intermittently during phases (none posted at time of check).
- Green River Tunnel (WB): Reopened recently with restrictions (reduced speed; width limit in effect); use caution.
State info: WYDOT 511 I-80
I-80 Nebraska Road Conditions
- Omaha (NE-50/Chalco ↔ US-275): Long-term work; I-80 reduced to two lanes with 12-ft width limit; posted 55 mph.
- Lincoln area: Nighttime work WB I-80 between Exit 399 (Lincoln Airport) and Exit 382 (US-6/I-80 Link, Milford); intermittent lane closures and bridge/guardrail work; 10-ft width limit (some segments).
- Goehner ↔ NW 48th St (Lincoln): Nighttime work with intermittent lane closures; 12-ft width limit; 55 mph posted.
- Lexington ↔ Odessa (MM 252–263): Long-term work with head-to-head traffic; 10-ft width limit in effect.
- Maxwell area to Roscoe (MM 124–133): Ongoing work; left lane closed (various segments).
State info: 511 Nebraska • NDOT Construction/Detours
I-80 Iowa Road Conditions
- Des Moines (Northeast Mixmaster): The ramp from EB I-235 → WB I-80 and a short WB I-80 nightly closure were rescheduled to Nov 2–3—no closure in effect today.
State info: Iowa 511 • Iowa DOT
I-80 Illinois Road Conditions
- Joliet (Richards St Interchange): All ramps reopened Oct 1 as part of the I-80 reconstruction project; expect lane shifts/overnight lane closures elsewhere in the Will County corridor, but no ramp closures posted today.
State info: IDOT 511 • IDOT Closures Map
I-80 Indiana Road Conditions
- I-80/I-94 (Borman) & I-80/I-90 (Toll Road): No I-80 ramp closures posted today on INDOT’s TrafficWise; note Truck Lot 6 (MP 108) on the Toll Road has reduced parking during pavement rehab through mid-November (lots remain open).
State info: INDOT TrafficWise (511) • Indiana Toll Road Advisories
I-80 Ohio Road Conditions
- Ohio Turnpike/OHGO: No I-80-specific ramp closures posted at time of check; various work zones occur seasonally—verify on live map before travel.
State info: OHGO (ODOT) • Ohio Turnpike construction
I-80 Pennsylvania Road Conditions
- White Haven (Exit 273): PA-940 → I-80 EB on-ramp CLOSED (closure extended through Dec 31, 2025) for Lehigh River bridge work; signed detours in place.
State info: 511PA
I-80 New Jersey Road Conditions
- Morris County: EB Exit 30 (Howard Blvd) ramp closure that began Sept 12 was scheduled for ~1 month and is no longer active today; earlier overnight EB lane closures (MP 4–27) for paving concluded late September.
I-80 Road Conditions Overview
In the western mountain states on I-80 (CA, NV, UT, WY), winter brings heavy snowfall, chain/traction requirements, high-wind restrictions, and occasional multi-day closures—especially over Sierra Nevada passes, the Bonneville Salt Flats, Parley’s Canyon, and the Continental Divide. On I-80 in the Great Plains (NE, IA), blizzards and drifting snow can trigger short-term closures or “travel not advised” alerts, but the flat terrain lets plows clear the road quickly.
In the Midwest (IL, IN, OH), lake-effect snow and ice storms may cause brief whiteouts or crash-related stoppages, yet dense populations ensure fast reopenings. In the Northeast (PA, NJ), forested highlands and sudden snow squalls can lead to pileups and occasional shutdowns, while heavy commuter traffic around Philadelphia and New York keeps speeds down year-round.
Regional Hazards Along I-80
Nearly 2,900 miles coast-to-coast through 11 states
Mountain West:
Heavy winter snow (e.g. Donner Summit averages 30 ft/year)
Temporary closures or chain requirements
High Plains (WY, NE):
Blizzard conditions, fierce crosswinds
Ground blizzards and whiteouts
Great Lakes Corridor (IN, OH, PA):
Sudden lake-effect snow squalls
Visibility can drop to near zero
Midwest Summers:
Severe thunderstorms with heavy rain, hail, occasional tornadoes
These regional hazards highlight how wildly conditions can change along I-80. From deep snowpack in the Sierra Nevada to blizzard-driven whiteouts on the high plains, each segment demands awareness of its local perils. Summer storms in the Midwest add another layer of unpredictability, making I-80 a corridor of many faces.
I-80 Mountain Passes and Rock-Slide Areas
Crosses several high passes: Donner Summit (CA), Parley’s Summit (UT), Wyoming plateaus, Pennsylvania highlands
Winter challenges: steep climbs, icy surfaces, chain controls
Year-round risks: fog, high-wind gusts
Rock/mudslides: hillside cuts can block lanes after rain or freeze-thaw
Mountain segments of I-80 pack in elevation changes and geological hazards. Steep grades and narrow canyons make these stretches prone to snow buildup and sudden rockfalls. Even in summer, fog or gusty winds can catch drivers off-guard, underscoring the need for vigilance on these high-altitude sections.