I-80 (Interstate 80) Road Conditions
I-80 State Weather Links
I-80 Road Conditions for February 21, 2026
Overall I-80 Summary (Feb 21, 2026): Wyoming currently has a high-profile vehicle restriction on portions of I-80 near Rawlins–Laramie (per WYDOT 511) and an active long-term paving/bridge rehab work zone on eastbound I-80 between mileposts 141–149 (Patrick Draw to Wamsutter area). For all other I-80 states, use the linked DOT/511 pages below for the live, official event lists.
I-80 California Road Conditions
Official Caltrans highway conditions and closures: roads.dot.ca.gov (I-80) | Caltrans planned lane/ramp closure reporting: Caltrans Travel / Lane Closures
I-80 Nevada Road Conditions
Nevada 511 (NDOT): nvroads.com | NDOT Travel Info: dot.nv.gov/travel-info
I-80 Utah Road Conditions
UDOT Traffic: udottraffic.utah.gov | UDOT Construction Updates: Construction Impacts
I-80 Wyoming Road Conditions
WYDOT 511 (I-80 route details): wyoroad.info (I-80)
- Vehicle restriction (high-profile): Closed to high profile vehicles under 20,000 GVW on multiple I-80 segments including Rawlins → Walcott Junction (Exit 235) and continuing east through the Elk Mountain / Arlington / Laramie-area segments (see the “Restrictions”/advisory text on the WYDOT I-80 route page).
- Road construction (long-term work zone): I-80 Eastbound between mileposts 141–149 (between Patrick Draw and Wamsutter): milling, paving, bridge rehab, rest area resurfacing, traffic control and miscellaneous work; expect congestion, slower speeds, and delays.
I-80 Nebraska Road Conditions
Nebraska 511: 511.nebraska.gov | NDOT Travel: dot.nebraska.gov/travel
I-80 Iowa Road Conditions
Iowa 511: 511ia.org | Iowa DOT Travel Tools: iowadot.gov (Iowa 511)
I-80 Illinois Road Conditions
IDOT Road Closures map: idot.illinois.gov (Road Closures)
I-80 Indiana Road Conditions
Indiana Trafficwise (INDOT 511): 511in.org | INDOT Travel Conditions: in.gov/indot/travel-conditions
I-80 Ohio Road Conditions
OHGO (ODOT traffic & work zones): ohgo.com
I-80 Pennsylvania Road Conditions
511PA: 511pa.com | PennDOT: pa.gov (PennDOT)
I-80 New Jersey Road Conditions
511NJ: 511nj.org | NJDOT 511 info: nj.gov (511 Web)
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.
