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Traffic Impacts & Access Restrictions on Nuclear Drive & Northwest Avenue During Construction

Monday, June 23, 2025

The City of West Chicago’s Nuclear Drive & Northwest Avenue Reconstruction Project is underway, with substantial completion anticipated by October 2025, weather permitting. Construction activities will occur along Nuclear Drive from Harvester Road to the dead end, and along Northwest Avenue from Nuclear Drive to dead end. During construction, motorists traveling in the project area may experience temporary traffic restrictions and limited driveway access during work hours. Two-way traffic will be maintained during construction, which is generally scheduled between 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday, and 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Saturday. All streets will remain open to traffic at the end of each workday. Mail delivery, package delivery, and waste collection services are not expected to be disrupted.

Impacted Notifications & Overnight Street Parking

Impacted property owners have been provided with detailed project information. Any necessary future updates will be communicated directly by City staff or the City’s authorized contractors and consultants.

On-Street Parking

On-street parking or stopping will not be permitted during construction. All other local parking restrictions and signage shall be obeyed in the construction zone. The City’s Police Department can be reached at (630) 293-2222 for any questions.

Project Details & Contact Information

View additional information regarding project scope, maps, and contact details, by visiting the City’s 2025 Capital Improvement Projects on the City’s website at westchicago.org/public-works/#capitalimprovements.

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