I-80 (Interstate 80) Road Conditions
I-80 State Weather Links
I-80 Road Conditions for January 9, 2026
Brief I-80 summary (Jan 9–Jan 15, 2026):
- CA: I-80 EB off-ramp to Treasure Island (San Francisco) is in a long-term closure for bridge construction (through Dec 31, 2026).
- CA: I-80 EB Donner Summit Rest Area (Soda Springs) remains closed (listed as long-term).
- NV: Stoker Avenue (under I-80 in west Reno) is closed as part of NDOT’s I-80 West Reno Improvements project.
- IA: NB I-35 / EB I-80 Hickman Road off-ramp (Des Moines area) remains closed for interchange reconstruction; reopening date not yet selected.
- NJ: Woodland Park — I-80 EB Exit 56B ramp (EB to NB) to Squirrelwood Rd is closed (continuous closure) through June 1, 2026.
- WY: I-80 EB construction project between mileposts 141–149 (between Patrick Draw and Wamsutter): milling, paving, bridge rehab, rest area resurfacing, traffic control; expect congestion/delays (project runs into 2026).
I-80 California Road Conditions
Links: Caltrans – Highway Conditions (I-80) | Caltrans – Planned Lane Closures
- San Francisco (Treasure Island): I-80 eastbound off-ramp to Treasure Island is closed (long-term / multi-day) for bridge construction; listed through Dec 31, 2026.
- Soda Springs: I-80 eastbound Donner Summit Rest Area is closed (long-term listing).
I-80 Nevada Road Conditions
Links: NDOT – I-80 West Reno Improvements | Nevada 511 (nvroads.com)
- West Reno: Stoker Avenue is closed underneath I-80 as part of NDOT’s I-80 West Reno Improvements project (construction-related closure).
I-80 Utah Road Conditions
Links: UDOT Traffic – Current Conditions | UDOT – Construction Impacts
I-80 Wyoming Road Conditions
Links: WYDOT 511 – I-80 Route Results | WYDOT 511 – Map
- Between Patrick Draw and Wamsutter (EB mileposts 141–149): active project includes milling, paving, bridge rehab, rest area resurfacing, traffic control and miscellaneous work; expect slower speeds and delays (project scheduled into Oct 2026).
I-80 Nebraska Road Conditions
Links: Nebraska 511 | Nebraska DOT
I-80 Iowa Road Conditions
Links: Iowa 511 | Iowa DOT – Hickman Road Interchange Construction
- Des Moines area (I-35 / I-80 interchange work): NB I-35 / EB I-80 Hickman Road off-ramp remains closed for reconstruction; reopening date not yet selected (work delayed due to Walnut Creek bridge not completed).
I-80 Illinois Road Conditions
Links: Illinois 511 | I-80 Will (IDOT project) – Traffic Alerts
I-80 Indiana Road Conditions
Links: Indiana 511 | INDOT – Restrictions/Closings
I-80 Ohio Road Conditions
Links: OHGO (Ohio traffic / 511) | ODOT
I-80 Pennsylvania Road Conditions
I-80 New Jersey Road Conditions
Links: NJ 511
- Woodland Park (Exit 56B): I-80 eastbound Exit 56B ramp (EB to NB) to Squirrelwood Rd is closed (continuous closure) through 3:00 PM on June 1, 2026.
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.
