I-80 (Interstate 80) Road Conditions
I-80 State Weather Links
I-80 Road Conditions for September 17, 2025
Summary: For today’s I-80 ramp closures and construction detours with exact ramp names, exit numbers, mile markers, and time windows, open each state’s official 511/DOT page below. These consumer pages provide the live, authoritative details you need for same-day navigation.
I-80 California Road Conditions
- Open Caltrans QuickMap to view any active I-80 ramp closures (e.g., Sierra interchanges such as Baxter, Yuba Gap/SR-20) with posted detours for today.
I-80 Nevada Road Conditions
- Use Nevada 511 for today’s named ramp closures and work zones along I-80 (e.g., West Reno: Keystone Ave ⇄ W. McCarran Blvd) including detour routing and active hours.
I-80 Utah Road Conditions
- Check UDOT Traffic for current I-80 ramp closures (e.g., Kimball Jct/SR-224 ⇄ US-40, Parleys Canyon) with precise ramps, exits, and overnight work windows.
I-80 Wyoming Road Conditions
- Open WYDOT’s I-80 route report for live ramp closures and construction staging (e.g., Green River/Exit 85 “Covered Wagon”) with mileposts and detours.
I-80 Nebraska Road Conditions
- Use Nebraska 511 to see any active I-80 ramp closures (e.g., project segments like Cozad ⇄ Darr) and width restrictions posted for today.
I-80 Iowa Road Conditions
- Open Iowa 511 for today’s named ramp closures on I-80 (e.g., Des Moines system interchanges at University Ave/Hickman Rd) with signed detours and timelines.
I-80 Illinois Road Conditions
- Check IDOT’s traveler tools for specific I-80 ramp closures (e.g., Joliet/Richards St; I-55 ⇄ I-80 system ramps) and the exact detour routes in effect today.
Illinois 511 / Construction Map
I-80 Indiana Road Conditions
- Use Indiana 511 to view any active I-80/94 (Borman) ramp closures by exit (e.g., Broadway, I-65 system ramps) and scheduled nighttime work windows.
I-80 Ohio Road Conditions
- Check OHGO and the Ohio Turnpike alerts for live I-80 ramp restrictions (e.g., Lordstown-West/TP 215 EB exit) with start/end times and detours.
OHGO (ODOT) · Ohio Turnpike Alerts
I-80 Pennsylvania Road Conditions
- Open 511PA to see today’s I-80 ramp closures (e.g., White Haven/Exit 273 PA-940 → EB I-80) with posted detours and work-zone timelines.
I-80 New Jersey Road Conditions
- Use 511NJ for specific I-80 ramp closures (e.g., Exit 56 Squirrelwood Rd staging) showing exact ramps, directions, and detour routing for today.
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.
