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I-80 Road Conditions for December 3, 2025

For December 3, 2025, real-time closure and construction details on Interstate 80 vary by state and change throughout the day. Use the official state DOT and 511 traveler information systems linked below to see the exact lane closures, ramp closures, detours, and construction work zones affecting I-80 in each state.

I-80 California Road Conditions

Use Caltrans tools below to view I-80-specific incidents, lane closures, ramp closures, and construction between San Francisco and the Nevada state line.

I-80 Nevada Road Conditions

Use Nevada’s 511 system to view current I-80 incidents, construction zones, and any ramp or lane closures between the California and Utah state lines.

I-80 Utah Road Conditions

Use UDOT’s real-time traffic map to see I-80 lane and ramp closures, incidents, and active construction between the Nevada and Wyoming state lines.

  • UDOT Traffic interactive map (filter on I-80 and construction/incidents): UDOT Traffic

I-80 Wyoming Road Conditions

WYDOT’s 511 system provides route-specific information for I-80, including closure points, restrictions, and construction projects along the entire corridor in Wyoming.

I-80 Nebraska Road Conditions

Nebraska’s 511 site shows I-80 incidents, construction work zones, and any current lane or ramp closures from the Wyoming border to the Missouri River.

  • Nebraska 511 interactive map (enable I-80 and roadwork/incidents layers): Nebraska 511

I-80 Iowa Road Conditions

Use Iowa 511 to view current I-80 construction projects, lane closures, and ramp restrictions across western, central, and eastern Iowa.

I-80 Illinois Road Conditions

Illinois’ interactive “Getting Around Illinois” maps let you display construction and closure information for I-80 from the Mississippi River to the Indiana border.

I-80 Indiana Road Conditions

In Indiana, I-80 runs concurrently with the Indiana Toll Road. Use Trafficwise and the Indiana Toll Road resources to see current construction zones, ramp closures, and restrictions along the corridor.

I-80 Ohio Road Conditions

Ohio’s OHGO system shows I-80 incidents, work zones, and any current lane or ramp closures along the Ohio Turnpike/I-80 corridor.

I-80 Pennsylvania Road Conditions

Pennsylvania’s 511 system provides I-80-specific real-time information on incidents, lane closures, ramp closures, and construction work zones from the Ohio state line to the Delaware River.

  • 511PA interactive map (filter by Route 80): 511PA

I-80 New Jersey Road Conditions

New Jersey’s 511 site shows current I-80 incidents, construction, and closures from the Delaware Water Gap to the eastern terminus in Teaneck.

  • 511NJ real-time traffic map: 511NJ

Additional I-80-Wide Tools

You can also use multistate I-80 tools alongside the official DOT/511 sites above to quickly spot problem areas, then click through to the relevant state system for detailed ramp and construction information.

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.

 

 

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