I-80 (Interstate 80) Road Conditions
I-80 State Weather Links
I-80 Road Conditions for March 24, 2026
I-80 has a mix of active construction impacts today, with the most specific current issues concentrated in the Sierra corridor in California, west Reno in Nevada, Parleys Canyon and the Kimball Junction area in Utah, a right-lane blockage from road damage in Wyoming, multiple long-term work zones in Nebraska, Bettendorf and the Des Moines-area I-35/I-80 corridor in Iowa, the major Joliet/New Lenox rebuild in Illinois, eastbound restrictions near the Pennsylvania line in Ohio, a large reconstruction zone in western Pennsylvania, and continuing bridge-related ramp closures in northern New Jersey.
- California: Overnight construction closures are posted around Alta, including the eastbound on-ramps at Drum Forebay Road, Crystal Springs Road, and Baxter Road, plus the eastbound off-ramps to Drum Forebay Road, Crystal Springs Road, and Baxter Road.
- Nevada: West Reno remains under active I-80 improvement work between West McCarran Boulevard and Keystone Avenue, with 24/7 lane shifts, narrower lanes, reduced speeds, and intermittent ramp/road closures through the active work zone.
- Utah: Current UDOT project corridors affecting I-80 include Parleys Canyon paving, the I-80 corridor from Kimball Junction to U.S. 40, and the Kimball Junction / U.S. 40 / SR-248 interchange area.
- Wyoming: Eastbound I-80 has a right lane blocked for road damage between Elk Mountain and Arlington at milepost 246.
- Nebraska: Long-term work is active between Milford and Lincoln Municipal Airport, near Cozad to Darr, and west of Lexington, with intermittent lane closures, width limits, and bridge/pavement work.
- Iowa: The eastbound I-80 on-ramp at Middle Road (Exit 301) in Bettendorf is closed for eastbound bridge work, and the I-35/I-80 Des Moines corridor still has interchange-related ramp and lane impacts near Hickman Road and University Avenue.
- Illinois: The Joliet/New Lenox rebuild continues with long-term interchange impacts, including the eastbound I-80 to northbound I-55 ramp closure and the southbound I-55 to eastbound I-80 ramp closure, along with lane shifts near Houbolt Road, River Road, and Cherry Hill Road.
- Indiana: Use the Indiana Toll Road live lane-closure report and 511IN map for same-day I-80/I-90 restrictions across northern Indiana.
- Ohio: I-80 eastbound just west of the Pennsylvania state line in Hubbard Township has current lane restrictions tied to the PennDOT pavement replacement project immediately across the border.
- Pennsylvania: The Mercer County reconstruction zone is active from the Ohio state line to the Shenango River Bridge, with short-term lane closures and ongoing reconstruction/resurfacing work.
- New Jersey: In Woodland Park, the I-80 eastbound and westbound exits to Squirrelwood Road remain closed during bridge replacement work, with Squirrelwood Road southbound traffic shifted onto the northbound side of the bridge.
I-80 California Road Conditions
Caltrans QuickMap | Caltrans Lane Closure Reports
- Eastbound I-80 overnight construction closures are posted in the Alta area from March 23 into March 24.
- Closed ramps include the eastbound on-ramps at Drum Forebay Road, Crystal Springs Road, and Baxter Road.
- Closed ramps also include the eastbound off-ramps to Drum Forebay Road, Crystal Springs Road, and Baxter Road.
- Additional eastbound lane work is posted between Dutch Flat (Ridge Road / Monte Vista) and Drum Forebay Road.
I-80 Nevada Road Conditions
Nevada 511 | NDOT I-80 West Reno Improvements
- Active work continues on I-80 in west Reno between West McCarran Boulevard and Keystone Avenue.
- Drivers should expect 24/7 lane shifts, narrowed lanes, a reduced 55 mph work-zone speed, and intermittent ramp and road closures through the project area.
I-80 Utah Road Conditions
UDOT Traffic | UDOT Current Projects
- Current UDOT project corridors affecting I-80 include Parleys Canyon paving.
- Other active I-80 work areas include the corridor from Kimball Junction to U.S. 40.
- The Kimball Junction / U.S. 40 / SR-248 interchange area is also part of the current I-80 project list.
I-80 Wyoming Road Conditions
- Eastbound I-80 between Elk Mountain and Arlington at milepost 246 has road damage with the right lane blocked.
- Proceed with caution through the affected segment.
I-80 Nebraska Road Conditions
- Between Exit 382 (Milford) and Exit 399 (Lincoln Municipal Airport), long-term road construction is in place with intermittent lane closures, bridge work, guardrail repair, a 10-foot width limit, and a 55 mph truck speed limit.
- Westbound I-80 west of Lexington between mile markers 232 and 229 has long-term construction with the right lane closed and an 11-foot width limit.
- In both directions between mile marker 219 near Cozad and Exit 231 Darr, long-term construction includes intermittent lane closures, an 11-foot width limit, and work involving concrete pavement, grading, culverts, bridge replacement, bridge repair, and lighting.
I-80 Iowa Road Conditions
Iowa 511 | Iowa DOT Bettendorf Ramp Notice | Iowa DOT Hickman Road Interchange Project
- In Bettendorf, the eastbound I-80 on-ramp at Middle Road (Exit 301) is closed so crews can begin work on the new eastbound I-80 bridge.
- In the Des Moines metro, the Hickman Road interchange project continues to affect the I-35/I-80 corridor.
- The northbound I-35 / eastbound I-80 University Avenue on-ramp and the Hickman Road off-ramp remain closed in that work zone.
I-80 Illinois Road Conditions
Getting Around Illinois | I-80 Will County Project
- The major I-80 rebuild from Ridge Road in Minooka to U.S. 30 in Joliet and New Lenox remains the main active construction zone.
- Long-term ramp closures include the eastbound I-80 to northbound I-55 ramp and the southbound I-55 to eastbound I-80 ramp.
- Drivers should also expect continuing lane shifts and work-zone impacts near Houbolt Road, River Road, and Cherry Hill Road.
I-80 Indiana Road Conditions
511IN | Indiana Toll Road Lane Closure Report
The Indiana portion of I-80 runs with I-90 on the Indiana Toll Road. For today’s corridor-specific closures, shoulder work, and moving maintenance operations, use the live 511IN map and the current Indiana Toll Road lane-closure report.
I-80 Ohio Road Conditions
OHGO | ODOT Trumbull County Construction Update
- In Hubbard Township, I-80 eastbound just west of the Pennsylvania state line has lane restrictions tied to the pavement replacement project being handled immediately across the border.
- Motorists should expect delays approaching Pennsylvania.
I-80 Pennsylvania Road Conditions
511PA | PennDOT Mercer County I-80 Reconstruction
- The reconstruction zone in Mercer County is active from the Interstate 376 interchange to the Shenango River Bridge and from the Ohio state line to the Shenango River Bridge.
- Current Phase 2 work includes reconstruction and resurfacing on the westbound lanes from the I-376 interchange to the Shenango River Bridge and on the eastbound lanes from the Ohio state line to the Shenango River Bridge.
- Drivers should anticipate short-term lane closures, with a longer traffic shift expected later in the project.
I-80 New Jersey Road Conditions
- In Woodland Park, the I-80 eastbound and westbound exits to Squirrelwood Road remain closed during the Squirrelwood Road bridge replacement project.
- Squirrelwood Road southbound traffic is shifted onto the northbound side of the bridge during construction.
- Squirrelwood Road northbound remains closed at Jackson Avenue / the ramp to I-80 eastbound as part of the same staged bridge work.
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.