I-80 (Interstate 80) Road Conditions
I-80 State Weather Links
I-80 Road Conditions for February 1, 2026
Whole-route summary (I-80):
- Nebraska: Multiple long-term work zones with intermittent lane closures, including a segment between MM 384 and I-180 (Lincoln) with bridge work, guardrail repairs, a 10-foot width limit, and a truck speed limit of 55 mph.
- New Jersey: Ramp closure (construction): I-80 eastbound Exit 56B ramp at Exit 56 / Squirrelwood Rd (Woodland Park) closed (EB to NB); posted as closed through June 1, 2026 (3:00 PM).
- Ohio: Ohio Turnpike alerts and construction-zone alerts pages show no active alerts at this time.
I-80 California Road Conditions
I-80 Nevada Road Conditions
I-80 Utah Road Conditions
I-80 Wyoming Road Conditions
I-80 Nebraska Road Conditions
- I-80 (both directions): Between MM 384 (7 miles west of Emerald) and I-180 (Lincoln) — long-term road construction; intermittent lane closures; bridge construction; guardrail repairs; 10-foot width limit; truck speed limit 55 mph.
- I-80 (both directions): Between Darr Link and MM 232 (5 miles west of Lexington) — long-term work due to electrical/lighting construction; intermittent lane closures.
- I-80 (both directions): Between US-83 and Exit 179: North Platte (North Platte) — long-term work due to electrical/lighting construction; intermittent lane closures.
I-80 Iowa Road Conditions
I-80 Illinois Road Conditions
Getting Around Illinois (IDOT)
I-80 Indiana Road Conditions
I-80 Ohio Road Conditions
Ohio Turnpike Alerts | Ohio Turnpike Construction Zones | OHGO (Ohio 511)
- Ohio Turnpike: Alerts page shows “There are no alerts at this time”.
- Ohio Turnpike: Construction Zones page shows “There are no alerts at this time.”
I-80 Pennsylvania Road Conditions
I-80 New Jersey Road Conditions
- Ramp closure (construction): I-80 eastbound Exit 56B ramp at Exit 56 / Squirrelwood Rd (Woodland Park) closed (Eastbound to Northbound); posted as closed through June 1, 2026 (3:00 PM).
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.
