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IDOT Ready for Pavement Blowouts During Heat Wave

Tuesday, July 7 by Mike Erwin

Motorists should remain alert, anticipate slowdowns and temporary work zones SPRINGFIELD – With extreme heat dominating the forecast, the Illinois Department of Transportation cautioned motorists to be on the lookout for pavement buckling on roads throughout the state. Pavement failures or blowouts occur when prolonged high temperatures... Read More.

Extreme Heat Could Cause Pavement Blowouts; Motorists Asked to Be Cautious

Thursday, July 18 by Jc Tinsley

With extreme heat the lead story in most area newscasts, IDOT says motorists should be on the lookout for buckling pavement on roadways. Blowouts occur when prolonged high temperatures cause the road to expand and buckle resulting in uneven driving surfaces. Precipitation and humidity... Read More.

IDOT: Extreme Heat Could Lead to Pavement Failures

Monday, June 12 by Jc Tinsley

The Illinois Department of Transportation is urging motorists to be alert for the possibility of pavement buckling on roads throughout the state in the next few days due to the extreme heat in the forecast. Very high temperatures can lead to pavement expanding and ultimately... Read More.

Pavement Overlay to Begin on U.S. 41 in Evansville

Wednesday, August 24 by Jc Tinsley

The Indiana Department of Transportation announces a shift from patching and repair operations to paving on U.S. 41 in Evansville. Beginning on or around Tuesday, Sept. 6, contractors will begin paving operations on U.S. 41 on the south end of the project limits... Read More.

INDOT, KYTC to host public meetings regarding bridge and pavement rehabilitation on U.S. 41 between Evansville, IN and Henderson, KY

Tuesday, May 17 by Jc Tinsley

The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) with the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) will host public information meetings regarding a $25 Million construction project on U.S. 41 between Evansville, Indiana and Henderson, Kentucky. Specifically, INDOT and KYTC will advance bridge and road rehabilitation projects... Read More.