I-80 (Interstate 80) Road Conditions
I-80 State Weather Links
I-80 Road Conditions for January 18, 2026
Brief I-80 summary: Active, specifically identified items today include (1) a continuous ramp closure in New Jersey (Woodland Park / Exit 56B), (2) an active multi-vehicle crash closure reported on I-80 westbound in Pennsylvania at Exit 215 (PA 254 – Limestoneville), and (3) an active commercial-vehicle speed restriction advisory covering I-80 from Exit 199 to the New Jersey state line in Pennsylvania. Additional long-term/continuous I-80-area closures reported in recent DOT/traveler-info summaries include an I-80 eastbound off-ramp closure to Treasure Island in San Francisco, CA, and a closure of Stoker Avenue under I-80 in west Reno, NV.
- PA: I-80 WB all lanes closed at Exit 215 (PA 254 – Limestoneville) (multi-vehicle crash).
- PA: 45 MPH speed restriction (CMVs right lane only) advisory is active for I-80 from Exit 199 to the NJ state line.
- NJ: Woodland Park (Exit 56B) — I-80 EB ramp (EB to NB) to Squirrelwood Rd is closed (continuous closure; listed through June 1, 2026).
- CA: I-80 EB off-ramp to Treasure Island (San Francisco) closed (long-term; listed through Dec 31, 2026).
- NV: Stoker Avenue (under I-80 in west Reno) closed (project closure associated with I-80 West Reno Improvements).
I-80 California Road Conditions
Links: Caltrans QuickMap | Caltrans Lane Closure Reports
- San Francisco: I-80 eastbound off-ramp to Treasure Island is closed (long-term bridge construction; listed through Dec 31, 2026).
- Soda Springs / Donner Summit area: I-80 EB Donner Summit Rest Area listed as closed (long-term listing).
I-80 Nevada Road Conditions
Links: Nevada 511 (NV Roads) | NDOT Travel Info
- Reno (West Reno): Stoker Avenue (under I-80) is closed as part of the I-80 West Reno Improvements project.
I-80 Utah Road Conditions
Links: UDOT Traffic (Utah 511)
I-80 Wyoming Road Conditions
Links: WYDOT 511 (WYO Road Info)
I-80 Nebraska Road Conditions
Links: Nebraska 511
I-80 Iowa Road Conditions
Links: Iowa 511
I-80 Illinois Road Conditions
Links: Getting Around Illinois (IDOT) | I-80 Will (IDOT project) – Traffic Alerts
I-80 Indiana Road Conditions
Links: Indiana 511
I-80 Ohio Road Conditions
Links: OHGO (Ohio Traffic / 511)
I-80 Pennsylvania Road Conditions
Links: 511PA | 511PA Advisories List
- Statewide advisory: 45 MPH speed restriction (CMVs right lane only) is active on I-80 from Exit 199 to the NJ state line.
- Columbia County area: Multi-vehicle crash — I-80 westbound at Exit 215 (PA 254 – Limestoneville): all lanes closed.
- Clinton County: Rest Areas on I-80 EB and WB at mile marker 194 are closed for facility maintenance (advisory listing).
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; listed through 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.
