I-80 (Interstate 80) Road Conditions
I-80 State Weather Links
I-80 Road Conditions for February 7, 2026
Overall I-80 summary:
- California: Multiple overnight ramp and lane closures in Contra Costa and Solano counties for pavement and infrastructure work, including planned overnight closures between Albany and Hercules. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
- Iowa: Middle Road interchange construction near Bettendorf with overnight lane closures through early 2026. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
- Nebraska: Ongoing bridge repair and widening work in the Omaha metro area with minor scheduled nighttime work. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
I-80 California Road Conditions
Caltrans I-80 Info · California 511 Construction Alerts
Ramp closures
- Overnight ramp closures planned on I-80 between Albany and Hercules in Contra Costa County during weeknight hours, affecting on/off ramps in both directions overnight into February. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
Road construction
- Pavement and infrastructure work in Contra Costa and Solano counties that includes overnight lane closures and related mainline work. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
I-80 Nevada Road Conditions
Ramp closures
Road construction
I-80 Utah Road Conditions
Ramp closures
Road construction
I-80 Wyoming Road Conditions
Ramp closures
Road construction
I-80 Nebraska Road Conditions
Ramp closures
Road construction
- I-80 westbound bridge repair and widening from Q Street to Giles Road near Omaha with nighttime work scheduled as part of ongoing project. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}
- Ramp N-50 (Omaha) bridge repair and widening work as part of metro improvements. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}
I-80 Iowa Road Conditions
Ramp closures
Road construction
- I-80 and Middle Road interchange construction near Bettendorf includes nightly lane closures for temporary pavement; future ramp closures anticipated based on construction phases. :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}
I-80 Illinois Road Conditions
Ramp closures
Road construction
I-80 Indiana Road Conditions
Ramp closures
Road construction
I-80 Ohio Road Conditions
Ramp closures
Road construction
I-80 Pennsylvania Road Conditions
Ramp closures
Road construction
- Long-term I-80 corridor reconstruction work near the Ohio border includes cameras and slow-traffic monitoring for work zones; widening between exits 298–308 is planned. :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}
I-80 New Jersey Road Conditions
Ramp closures
Road construction
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.
