'Significant' Traffic Expected At Busy Geneva Intersection Due To Construction

GENEVA, IL — Drivers should expect "significant" congestion at the intersection of Route 25 and Route 38 beginning this week as storm sewer work begins as part of the ongoing East State Street reconstruction project, Geneva officials said.

With storm sewer installation work on tap, a second work zone will be established on Route 25 from Route 38 south to Spring Street. Construction is planned on both state highways, and delays are anticipated to begin Monday.

Construction continues on the south side of East State Street, where crews are installing sanitary service laterals followed by storm sewer work near Route 25.

To accommodate the work, daily lane closures are expected, especially on Route 25, officials said. Flaggers will direct traffic during the work day, and lanes will reopen overnight, with steel plates covering active work areas.

The storm sewer project at the intersection is tentatively scheduled to be completed July 15, depending on weather and potential utility conflicts.

Drivers should plan for additional travel time or consider using an alternate route, officials said.