Motorists traveling on U.S. 6 and/or Route 178 in Utica can expect construction-related delays beginning next week.

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Workers begin paving the roundabout at the corner of Route 178 and U.S. 6 in Utica on Thursday, June 16, 2022. (Scott Anderson)

Illinois Department of Transportation said Thursday the ongoing pre-stage work to install a roundabout will cause sporadic disruption. Motorists are advised to allot additional travel time or to consider alternate routes.

The corner is a busy intersection for traffic from Interstate 80 to Starved Rock and Matthiessen state parks.