I-80 (Interstate 80) Road Conditions
I-80 State Weather Links
I-80 Road Conditions for August 26, 2025
Summary: I-80 is open end-to-end today. Notable ramp closures are active at: NJ Exit 56B (Squirrelwood Rd), PA Exit 273 (PA-940 to I-80 EB), IA Exit 121 (Jordan Creek Pkwy → I-80 EB), and WY Exit 130 (Point of Rocks EB off-ramp). Other segments mainly have lane shifts and short-term nighttime work. Use the state 511/DOT links below for live updates and detours.
I-80 California Road Conditions
- No specific I-80 ramp closures posted statewide at this time. Expect intermittent night work and short ramp closures in the Sacramento–Roseville corridor as scheduled by Caltrans.
- Caltrans Lane Closure Reports • Caltrans QuickMap
I-80 Nevada Road Conditions
- Reno “Spaghetti Bowl” work continues; intermittent nighttime closures of ramps between I-80 and I-580/US-395 occur as scheduled. Follow posted detours and weekly look-ahead.
- NDOT: Spaghetti Bowl Xpress • Nevada 511
I-80 Utah Road Conditions
- Kimball Junction (Park City, Exit 145): intermittent weekend/evening ramp closures for concrete/bridge work; lanes shifted near MP 144–146. Check UDOT for the current day’s schedule.
- UDOT Traffic • UDOT Construction
I-80 Wyoming Road Conditions
- Exit 130 (Point of Rocks): EB off-ramp closed for bridge/structure work; follow signed detour via the next interchange.
- Green River area (MP 78–97): ongoing construction with intermittent ramp/loop closures as crews stage equipment; expect nighttime work windows.
- WYDOT Travel Information • WYDOT News Releases
I-80 Nebraska Road Conditions
- Omaha metro & I-680 system interchanges: pavement rehab and bridge work continue; occasional nighttime ramp closures as scheduled. Verify before travel.
- Nebraska 511 • NDOT News
I-80 Iowa Road Conditions
- West Des Moines — Exit 121: On-ramp from southbound Jordan Creek Pkwy to eastbound I-80 is closed for long-term interchange work; detour is signed via local arterials.
- Iowa 511 • Iowa DOT News
I-80 Illinois Road Conditions
- Joliet (I-80 corridor improvements): periodic nighttime ramp closures at key interchanges (e.g., Richards St/US-52, Briggs St, Center St) occur during bridge/roadway work. Check IDOT day-of updates.
- IDOT: I-80 Will County Corridor • Illinois 511
I-80 Indiana Road Conditions
- Borman Expy (I-80/94): lane shifts and occasional nighttime ramp closures near SR-912/Cline Ave and I-65 interchanges for maintenance. Verify current restrictions before travel.
- Indiana 511 • Indiana Toll Road Construction (I-80/90)
I-80 Ohio Road Conditions
- Ohio Turnpike work zones (Cuyahoga/Portage/Trumbull): alternating lanes and short-term ramp restrictions possible near major interchanges; no long-term ramp closures posted this morning.
- OHGO (ODOT) • Ohio Turnpike Construction Alerts
I-80 Pennsylvania Road Conditions
- Exit 273 (White Haven): PA-940 on-ramp to I-80 EB remains closed for the Lehigh River Bridge replacement project; signed detour via local routes and nearby interchanges. Expect lane shifts approaching the bridge.
- PennDOT District 4 • 511PA
I-80 New Jersey Road Conditions
- Woodland Park — Exit 56B (Squirrelwood Rd): ramp closed for the I-80/Squirrelwood Rd Interchange Improvements; use Exit 56A or posted local detours. Expect daytime lane shifts between MP 55–57.
- NJDOT: I-80/Squirrelwood Rd Project • 511NJ
Note: Closures and detours change frequently; always confirm on the linked state 511/DOT pages before departing.
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I-80 Road Conditions by State
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.
