I-80 (Interstate 80) Road Conditions
I-80 State Weather Links
I-80 Road Conditions for November 7, 2025
- CA (Contra Costa Co.): Ongoing nightly lane closures for median-barrier electrical work between Albany (near Powell St.) and SR-4 in Hercules; weeknights ~9 p.m.–6 a.m.
- NV (Reno): West Reno project continues with nighttime lane closures and occasional ramp closures near Keystone Ave and West McCarran through 2026.
- WY (Green River): EB on-ramp CLOSED at Exit 89 (Wild Horse Canyon Rd.) for bridge rehab (began Nov 3; ~2 weeks). Westbound Green River tunnel is open with 35 mph and ~8.5-ft width limit.
- NE (Omaha/Lincoln & central NE): Multiple long-term work zones with lane reductions, width limits, and head-to-head traffic—see details below (e.g., WB I-80 US-275 ↔ Exit 442 two lanes; MM 252–263 head-to-head).
- IA (Des Moines area): Long-term ramp closures at the I-35/WB I-80 Douglas Ave on-ramps and Hickman Rd off-ramp (through end of 2025). University Ave on-ramp closure also in effect.
- IL (Joliet/Will Co.): All ramps at Richards St (I-80) remain closed (corridor rebuild). I-55 SB → I-80 EB ramp closed long-term for bridge work.
- IN: No active Toll Road (I-80/90) ramp closures posted for today; recurrent work zones continue (see link).
- OH (Cuyahoga Co.): I-80 (Turnpike) MP 154.1–159.8 reduced to two lanes each direction through today (Nov 7) as part of a 2025 paving project.
- PA (White Haven): PA-940 → I-80 EB on-ramp at Exit 273 CLOSED (extended through Dec 31, 2025) for Lehigh River bridge project.
- NJ (Mount Arlington): I-80 WB Exit 30 → Howard Blvd ramp CLOSED for approximately two weeks beginning Oct 31 (still in effect today).
I-80 California Road Conditions
- Contra Costa County (Albany ↔ Hercules): Nightly lane closures for median barrier electrical work between Powell St (Albany) and SR-4 (Hercules), typically 9 p.m.–6 a.m., work continuing through late 2025.
Caltrans D4 News ·
Caltrans QuickMap
I-80 Nevada Road Conditions
- Reno (Keystone Ave ↔ W. McCarran Blvd): West Reno project with nighttime lane closures and intermittent ramp closures as needed; lanes remain open during commute hours.
NDOT Project Page ·
511 Nevada
I-80 Utah Road Conditions
- No active I-80 ramp closures listed on UDOT’s public pages at time of check.
UDOT Traffic (511)
I-80 Wyoming Road Conditions
- Green River – Exit 89 EB on-ramp: CLOSED for bridge rehabilitation beginning Nov 3, ~2 weeks duration. Work at I-80 over Wild Horse Canyon Rd near Hampton Inn.
WYDOT 511 I-80 Route Report - Green River Tunnels (MP ~90): Westbound tunnel is OPEN with 35 mph speed limit and ~8.5-ft max width restriction while repairs continue; traffic control changes still possible.
WYDOT News
I-80 Nebraska Road Conditions
- Omaha area (US-275 ↔ Exit 442/Giles–Harrison): WB I-80 reduced to 2 lanes; 12-ft width limit; 55 mph.
- Lincoln area (Exit 399 ↔ Exit 382): Nighttime intermittent lane closures (WB) for bridge/guardrail work; 10-ft width limit; truck speed 55 mph.
- Aurora ↔ York (MM 333–352): Paving with intermittent single-lane closures; completion targeted Nov 2025.
- Lexington area (MM 252 ↔ Exit 263 Odessa): Head-to-head traffic; 10-ft width limit; completion Apr 2026.
- Gothenburg area (MM 197–206): Bridge construction with intermittent lane closures; 12-ft width limit; speed 65 mph; completion Nov 2025.
- Source: NDOT weekly Construction & Detour Report (Oct 29, 2025).
511 Nebraska ·
NDOT Weekly Report
I-80 Iowa Road Conditions
- Des Moines Urban Loop (I-35/WB I-80): Douglas Ave on-ramps to I-35/WB I-80 CLOSED and Hickman Rd off-ramp CLOSED (long-term; expected through end of 2025).
Iowa DOT – Hickman Rd Interchange - Clive/Urbandale: NB I-35/EB I-80 University Ave on-ramp CLOSED (long-term through 2025).
City of Clive notice - 511 Iowa
I-80 Illinois Road Conditions
- Joliet – Richards St Interchange: All ramps CLOSED as part of I-80 corridor rebuild (through late 2025).
I-80 Will Traffic Alerts - I-55 ↔ I-80 (Joliet/Channahon/Shorewood): I-55 SB → I-80 EB ramp CLOSED long-term for bridge replacement; additional intermittent closures/lanes shifts near the interchange.
IDOT Advisory -
Illinois 511 (Getting Around Illinois) ·
I-80 Will (IDOT project)
I-80 Indiana Road Conditions
- Indiana Toll Road (I-80/90): No active ramp closures posted for today; expect periodic lane shifts/closures in ongoing work zones.
Toll Road Advisories ·
Indiana 511
I-80 Ohio Road Conditions
- Cuyahoga County (MP 154.1–159.8): Two lanes each direction maintained through today (Nov 7) for pavement replacement; three lanes restored after the 2025 construction season ends.
Ohio Turnpike – Construction - OHGO (511 Ohio)
I-80 Pennsylvania Road Conditions
- White Haven – Exit 273 (PA-940): On-ramp to I-80 EB CLOSED (extended through Dec 31, 2025) for Lehigh River bridge project; local detours signed.
PennDOT Notice ·
511PA
I-80 New Jersey Road Conditions
- Mount Arlington – Exit 30 (Howard Blvd): WB ramp to Howard Blvd CLOSED for ~2 weeks beginning Oct 31, 2025 (bridge replacement project); detour posted via Exit 27A/US-206.
NJDOT Press Release ·
511NJ
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.