I-80 (Interstate 80) Road Conditions
I-80 State Weather Links
I-80 Road Conditions for December 31, 2025
Overall I-80 summary (construction & ramp impacts):
- Illinois (Will County/Joliet area): Multi-year interchange work is impacting access at Center St/Meadow Ave; additional long-term ramp closures remain in place at the I-55/I-80 interchange (details below).
- Pennsylvania (Poconos): The PA 940 on-ramp to I-80 eastbound remains closed through Dec 31, 2025 for bridge/traffic shift work (details below).
- Nebraska: Active I-80 construction/maintenance includes work at/near the Pleasant Dale interchange area and shoulder work at the NE 63 exit ramp (details below).
- Wyoming: Active work includes a disabled semi blocking the right lane eastbound near Laramie and a long-duration paving/bridge/rest-area rehab project near Patrick Draw–Wamsutter (details below).
I-80 California Road Conditions
Link: Caltrans QuickMap (Lane Closures / Incidents)
I-80 Nevada Road Conditions
Link: Nevada 511 (NVRoads)
I-80 Utah Road Conditions
Link: UDOT Traffic (Utah 511)
I-80 Wyoming Road Conditions
Link: WYDOT WYOROAD (I-80 Route Results)
- Eastbound I-80 near Laramie (milepost 322): Disabled semi-trailer blocking the right lane; expect delays.
- I-80 EB mileposts 141–149 (Patrick Draw to Wamsutter): Milling/paving, bridge rehab, rest area resurfacing, traffic control, and miscellaneous work. (Long-duration project; construction congestion/slower speeds and delays expected.)
I-80 Nebraska Road Conditions
Link: Nebraska 511
- I-80 (Lincoln area / Pleasant Dale interchange corridor): Construction to widen I-80 to six lanes, reconstruct the Pleasant Dale Interchange ramps, and reconstruct overhead bridges at NW 126th, NW 112th, NW 98th, and NW 84th Streets spanning over I-80.
- I-80 westbound — Exit ramp to NE 63: Road maintenance with shoulder work at the ramp; work includes replacement of high mast towers and underground electrical work (daily work window noted as 8:00 AM–6:00 PM, Monday–Saturday).
I-80 Iowa Road Conditions
Link: Iowa 511
I-80 Illinois Road Conditions
Link: I-80 Will (IDOT project traffic alerts)
- I-80 / Center St (Meadow Ave) Interchange (Joliet): Starting after the evening rush on Dec 22, 2025, the I-80 interchange ramps at Center St/Meadow Ave are closed for interchange reconstruction. Center St/Meadow Ave over I-80 (between Wheeler Ave and Morgan St) is also closed. Note: the ramp from eastbound Meadow Ave to eastbound I-80 is stated to remain open.
- I-55 / I-80 interchange (long-term ramp closures): Southbound I-55 → eastbound I-80 ramp is closed (anticipated reopen fall 2026).
- I-55 / I-80 interchange (long-term ramp closures): Northbound I-55 → westbound I-80 ramp is closed (anticipated reopen fall 2025 per project posting).
I-80 Indiana Road Conditions
Link: Indiana 511
I-80 Ohio Road Conditions
Link: OHGO (Ohio DOT)
I-80 Pennsylvania Road Conditions
Link: 511PA (PennDOT)
- PA 940 on-ramp → I-80 eastbound: Ramp closure extended through December 31, 2025 to support construction and an upcoming traffic shift onto a new bridge structure.
I-80 New Jersey Road Conditions
Link: 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.
