I-80 (Interstate 80) Road Conditions
I-80 State Weather Links
I-80 Road Conditions for May 7, 2026
I-80 Overall Road Conditions
- California: Nightly I-80 ramp closures continue in Contra Costa, Solano, and Alameda counties for fiber-optic infrastructure work.
- California: Eastbound I-80 near SR-20/Yuba Gap has an extended construction lane closure for the Yuba Pass Separation Overhead Bridge Project.
- Nebraska: I-80 construction and lane-closure reports are active in Omaha between US-6, Exit 4, Exit 5/Fort Street, and Exit 6/Blair High Road.
- Illinois: Major I-80 reconstruction is active in Will County, including long-term ramp closures at Chicago Street, Center Street/Meadow Avenue, and I-55.
- Ohio/Pennsylvania: I-80 work is active near the Ohio/Pennsylvania state line, with lane restrictions tied to the Mercer County reconstruction project.
- Pennsylvania: I-80 reconstruction is active from the Ohio state line to mile marker 5, with traffic shifts and lane restrictions expected.
I-80 California Road Conditions
Caltrans QuickMap | Caltrans Lane Closure Reports
- Contra Costa, Solano, and Alameda counties: Eastbound and westbound I-80 on- and off-ramp closures continue Sunday through Thursday nights, 9 PM to 5 AM, for fiber-optic infrastructure installation.
- Vallejo: Solano Avenue/Springs Road on-ramp to westbound I-80 has been part of scheduled full ramp closures for curb-ramp construction and new traffic-signal installation.
- Nevada County near SR-20/Yuba Gap: Eastbound I-80 has an extended lane closure for the Yuba Pass Separation Overhead Bridge Project.
I-80 Nevada Road Conditions
- No specific current I-80 ramp-closure or road-construction item was found in the current Nevada 511 traffic-event listing.
I-80 Utah Road Conditions
- No specific current I-80 ramp-closure or road-construction item was found in the current UDOT traffic-event listing.
I-80 Wyoming Road Conditions
- No specific current I-80 ramp-closure or road-construction item was found in the current WYDOT 511 listing.
I-80 Nebraska Road Conditions
- Omaha: Road construction reported on I-80 between US-6 and Exit 4.
- Omaha: Lane closure reported on I-80 between US-6 and Exit 4.
- Omaha: Road construction reported on I-80 between Exit 6/Blair High Road and Exit 5/Fort Street.
- Omaha: Road construction reported on I-80 between US-6 and Exit 6/Blair High Road.
I-80 Iowa Road Conditions
- No specific current I-80 ramp-closure or road-construction item was found in the current Iowa 511 listing.
I-80 Illinois Road Conditions
IDOT Road Closures | I-80 Will Traffic Alerts
- Will County: I-80 reconstruction work zone is active between Ridge Road and Wheeler Avenue, with traffic shifted, narrowed lanes, and closed shoulders.
- Joliet: I-80 ramps at Chicago Street are closed through 2028 while the Chicago Street interchange and Des Plaines River bridge area are rebuilt.
- Joliet: Center Street/Meadow Avenue ramps to and from I-80 are closed; Center Street/Meadow Avenue over I-80 is also closed between Wheeler Avenue and Morgan Street. Detours use US-6, Larkin Avenue/IL-7, and Jefferson Street/US-52.
- Joliet/Shorewood/Channahon: Southbound I-55 to eastbound I-80 ramp is closed and expected to reopen in fall 2026.
- Joliet/Shorewood/Channahon: Northbound I-55 to westbound I-80 ramp is listed as closed with posted detours.
I-80 Indiana Road Conditions
- No specific current I-80 ramp-closure or road-construction item was found in the current INDOT Trafficwise listing.
I-80 Ohio Road Conditions
OHGO | ODOT Traffic Advisories
- Trumbull County, Hubbard Township: I-80 eastbound just west of the Pennsylvania state line has lane restrictions for pavement replacement tied to the Pennsylvania I-80 reconstruction project.
I-80 Pennsylvania Road Conditions
511PA | PennDOT I-80 Reconstruction Project
- Mercer County: I-80 reconstruction is active from the Ohio state line to mile marker 5.
- Mercer County: Work includes reconstruction and resurfacing of westbound I-80 from the I-376 interchange to the Shenango River Bridge.
- Mercer County: Work includes reconstruction and resurfacing of eastbound I-80 from the Ohio state line to the Shenango River Bridge.
- Shenango Township: Bridge work is active at the Route 318 bridges, including replacement and widening.
- Mercer County: Long-term traffic shifts and short-term lane closures are expected during the active construction phase.
- Montour County: The I-80 eastbound rest area at mile marker 219 is closed for facility maintenance.
I-80 New Jersey Road Conditions
- No specific current I-80 ramp-closure or road-construction item was found in the current 511NJ listing.
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.
