I-80 (Interstate 80) Road Conditions
I-80 State Weather Links
I-80 Road Conditions for December 28, 2025
Overall I-80 summary (Dec 28, 2025):
- Illinois: Major long-term interchange ramp closures at I-80 & Center St/Meadow Ave (Joliet); most interchange ramps closed and Center St/Meadow Ave over I-80 (between Wheeler Ave and Morgan St) closed for reconstruction (detours via US 6, Larkin Ave/IL 7, Jefferson St/US 52).
- New Jersey: I-80 eastbound Exit 56B ramp (eastbound I-80 to northbound Squirrelwood Rd, Woodland Park) closed (construction-related).
- Nebraska: Ongoing construction work between Exit 399 (Lincoln Municipal Airport) and Exit 382 (Milford) with intermittent lane closures, bridge work, guardrail repair, and restrictions; Ogallala westbound I-80 rest area closed for reconstruction.
- Iowa: Nighttime construction between Exit 298 and Exit 306 (US 67, Bettendorf) with intermittent lane closures and a width restriction.
- Indiana: Entrance-ramp closure affecting access to westbound I-80/94 from IN 51 northbound near Lake Station (between I-80/US 6 and Hobart Rd).
- Wyoming: Active long-term work zone on I-80 eastbound MP 141–149 (Patrick Draw ↔ Wamsutter) with construction-related delays (milling/paving, bridge rehab, rest-area resurfacing, traffic control).
I-80 California Road Conditions
- No traffic restrictions reported on I-80 as of the latest Caltrans update on Dec 28, 2025.
Caltrans – I-80 Current Highway Conditions
I-80 Nevada Road Conditions
- Reno (west): Stoker Avenue closed underneath I-80 as part of the I-80 West Reno Improvements project (repave/widen interstate).
- Reno (interchange area): Expect intermittent overnight lane reductions on McCarran Blvd and Keystone Ave (generally 8:00 PM–6:00 AM) associated with the same project.
Nevada 511 (NV Roads) | NDOT – I-80 West Reno Improvements Project Page
I-80 Utah Road Conditions
- Check Utah’s live map for any posted I-80 work zones or ramp restrictions.
I-80 Wyoming Road Conditions
- Construction: I-80 EB MP 141–149 between Patrick Draw and Wamsutter — milling/paving, bridge rehab, rest area resurfacing, traffic control; expect delays.
WYDOT – WyoRoad I-80 Corridor Page
I-80 Nebraska Road Conditions
- Night work / restrictions: I-80 WB between Exit 399 (Lincoln Municipal Airport) and Exit 382 (Milford) — intermittent lane closures, bridge construction, guardrail repairs; width limit noted and truck speed limit 55 mph within the work area.
- Major corridor work (Lincoln area): Construction to widen I-80 to six lanes, reconstruct Pleasant Dale Interchange ramps, and rebuild multiple overhead bridges (NW 126th, NW 112th, NW 98th, NW 84th streets) to span over I-80.
- Facility closure: I-80 WB Ogallala Rest Area closed for reconstruction (new building, expanded truck parking, lighting/landscaping; completion anticipated Spring 2026).
I-80 Iowa Road Conditions
- Night construction: I-80 EB between Exit 298 and Exit 306 (US 67, Bettendorf) — nighttime construction with intermittent lane closures and a 12’0" width restriction during scheduled nighttime hours (through early January 2026 per the event posting).
I-80 Illinois Road Conditions
- Joliet – I-80 & Center St/Meadow Ave Interchange: Starting after the evening rush on Dec 22, the I-80 interchange ramps at Center St/Meadow Ave are closed for reconstruction. Center St/Meadow Ave over I-80 (between Wheeler Ave and Morgan St) is also closed. Exception: the ramp from eastbound Meadow Ave to eastbound I-80 remains open.
- I-55 & I-80 Interchange (long-term): SB I-55 → EB I-80 ramp closed (anticipated reopen fall 2026). NB I-55 → WB I-80 ramp closed (anticipated reopen fall 2025).
I-80 Will – Traffic Alerts (IDOT project area)
I-80 Indiana Road Conditions
- Lake Station area (I-80/94 access): Entrance ramp closure — IN 51 northbound connection to westbound I-80/94 entrance ramp closed (between I-80/US 6 and Hobart Rd per the event posting).
INDOT Trafficwise (Indiana 511)
I-80 Ohio Road Conditions
- Use Ohio’s live traffic/construction map for any posted I-80 work zones or ramp restrictions.
I-80 Pennsylvania Road Conditions
- Incident closure (I-80 EB): All lanes closed on I-80 eastbound at Exit 242 (PA 339 – Mifflinville/Mainville) per 511PA alert listing (posted Dec 26, 2025).
- Roadwork (example event listing): Lane restriction reported on I-80 WB between about 5.4 miles west of Exit 256 (PA 93 – Conyngham/Nescopeck) and about 5.2 miles east of a rest area (per 511PA event detail page).
I-80 New Jersey Road Conditions
- Woodland Park: I-80 EB Exit 56 – Squirrelwood Rd exit ramp closed (noted as the Exit 56B ramp only: eastbound I-80 to northbound Squirrelwood Rd) — closure listed as active and long-term.
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.
