Construction

Construction is expected to begin next week on a $1.8 million restructuring of downtown DeKalb's Lincoln Highway, reducing the road from First to Fourth streets to three lanes in a plan that city leaders say they hope eases speeding traffic in the area.

The project will consist of deck and joint repairs.

The program includes resurfacing work and new equipment being installed at various intersections.

DeKalb city residents should prepare for major construction downtown this summer, as Lincoln Highway is reconfigured from four to three lanes. City officials said they hope to have work completed by Corn Fest this fall.

Hour restrictions for on-street parking on Lincoln Highway won’t change anytime soon, though DeKalb city officials pledged this week to better enforce existing three-hour rules. The council also discussed the potential for parking pay stations.

Downtown merchants are asking the city to restrict on-street parking along Lincoln Highway between First and Fourth streets to one hour. That and contracts for Lincoln Highway's lane reconfiguration go before the city council Monday.

Illinois Department of Transportation issues notice about upcoming construction project.

The $1.3 million project consists of bridge deck joint repairs and is expected to be completed in August.

Sidewalk construction work within the Knolls subdivision in DeKalb is slated for the summer. City officials said the work will help the walkways be in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

John Huber Parkway in DeKalb Township will be closed to thru traffic from Twombly Road to Route 38, or Lincoln Highway beginning Wednesday for sewer work. Here are detours drivers should know about:

Route 30 bridge work begins Monday west of Rock Falls.

Several road improvement and water main projects throughout the city of Sycamore will soon become a reality, after the Sycamore City Council this week approved a $2.5 million contractor ahead of the construction.

A plan to replace two bridges over the Kishwaukee River in DeKalb along First Street and Lucinda Avenue likely won’t begin significant construction for another year, with an October 2023 target date for completion, city officials said this week.

A portion of Lincoln Highway is set to undergo some major resurfacing in DeKalb this year as part of the city’s plans to reconfigure the downtown strip to encourage more pedestrian traffic.

Several road improvement projects are on the horizon throughout the city of Sycamore this year.