I-80 (Interstate 80) Road Conditions
I-80 State Weather Links
I-80 Road Conditions for October 8, 2025
- Wyoming – Green River (Exit 85, Covered Wagon Interchange): Eastbound on- and off-ramps are closed for concrete pavement repairs between MM 83–86; detour via Exit 83 (Love’s) or adjacent interchanges. Work window runs through late October 2025.
- Wyoming – Arlington (MP 267): Wagonhound Rest Area closed until further notice.
- Pennsylvania – Columbia County (MM 246): EB & WB I-80 rest areas at MM 246 closed for facility maintenance.
I-80 California Road Conditions
- No I-80 ramp closures or named lane restrictions publicly posted at time of check.
- Caltrans I-80 Road Conditions · QuickMap (live map)
I-80 Nevada Road Conditions
- West Reno Improvements (W. McCarran Blvd ↔ Keystone Ave) active; check live map for any intermittent nighttime ramp/lane closures.
- Nevada 511 (live) · NDOT Project Page
I-80 Utah Road Conditions
- Kimball Jct ↔ US-40 repaving project ongoing; night work with intermittent lane/ramp closures in that segment. Verify current status on UDOT’s live map.
- UDOT Traffic (live)
I-80 Wyoming Road Conditions
- Exit 85 (Covered Wagon Interchange, Green River): EB on- & off-ramps closed for concrete repairs; use Exit 83 or adjacent interchanges.
- MP 267 (near Arlington): Wagonhound Rest Area closed until further notice.
- WYDOT Travel Map (live) · WYDOT I-80 Route Report
I-80 Nebraska Road Conditions
- No I-80 ramp closures named on the public list at time of check.
- Nebraska 511 (live)
I-80 Iowa Road Conditions
- No I-80 ramp closures listed active at time of check. (Note: an overnight ramp closure at I-235→I-80 WB is scheduled for Oct 9–10; verify timing on 511.)
- Iowa 511 – List View (filter I-80)
I-80 Illinois Road Conditions
- Will/Grundy/Joliet corridor reconstruction continues; no I-80-specific ramp closure posted at the moment. Check current alerts for staging changes.
- I-80 Will – Traffic Alerts · IDOT Road Closures (live map)
I-80 Indiana Road Conditions
- No I-80/I-94 ramp closures posted on the public list at time of check.
- INDOT TrafficWise (live)
I-80 Ohio Road Conditions
- Ohio Turnpike work zones active seasonally; no today-specific I-80 ramp closure listed at time of check.
- OHGO (live) · Ohio Turnpike – Construction Zones
I-80 Pennsylvania Road Conditions
- MM 246 (Columbia County): EB & WB I-80 rest areas closed for maintenance.
- 511PA (live)
I-80 New Jersey Road Conditions
- No I-80 ramp closures listed active at time of check.
- 511NJ (live)
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.
