Culvert replacement work on Illinois Route 53 (Chicago Street) over Grant Creek, between Schweitzer and Hoff roads, in Elwood, will begin, weather permitting, Monday.

To complete the work, Route 53 will be reduced from two lanes to one in both directions between Schweitzer and Hoff roads for the duration of the project, the Illinois Department of Transportation said.

The $5 million project is anticipated to be completed in late November, said IDOT.

The public can expect delays and should allow extra time for trips through this area. Alternate routes are encouraged.

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