I-57 at IL-17 Interchange Reconstruction

Proposed improvements involve roadway reconstruction on I-57 and IL 17 (Court Street) with drainage, intersection and safety improvements as needed. Alignment changes are proposed along I-57 and will require replacement of the bridges carrying Waldron Road and the KB&S Railroad over I- 57. Permanent and temporary closure or relocation of some local streets and entrances will be necessary. Acquisition of additional right of way will be required. An analysis of potential highway traffic noise impacts was performed during the study in accordance with Department policy.

The study is anticipated to be completed in calendar year 2020. Phase II (Design) engineering is currently funded in the Fiscal Year (FY) 2021-2026 Proposed Highway Improvement Program and would begin after approval of the Phase I project study, subject to funding availability.

Land Acquisition and Construction are unfunded in the FY 2021-2026 Proposed Highway Improvement Program. 

Land Acquisition, Utility Adjustments, and Construction funding for replacement of the bridge carrying Waldron Road over I-57 are included in the FY 2021-2026 Proposed Highway Improvement Program.

More information on Land Acquisition processes is available under the resources section below.

This project has been approved as a Federally Approved Categorical Exclusion. Details of anticipated environmental impacts are provided in the final public involvement exhibits under the resources listed below.

Comments, questions, or requests for additional information can be sent to the study team by any of the contact methods below.  Phone discussions or site meetings can be scheduled if appropriate but may require some time to schedule and coordinate.

Illinois Department of Transportation
Attn: Dave Alexander
700 East Norris Drive
Ottawa, IL 61350
Phone: (815) 434-8468
Fax: (815) 434-8951

Email: david.s.alexander@illinois.gov

Right of Way and Easements - May 2025

The Illinois Department of Transportation has begun the process of purchasing necessary right of way and easements for the project. If you will be affected by the purchase of right of way or easements you will receive a letter that includes an explanation of what property is needed, the monetary offer for your property and contact information for someone representing the Department. Property owners are encouraged to call with any questions or to discuss any concerns with the proposed acquisition.

• Preliminary Right of Way Drawing - May 2025
• Summary of IDOT Land Aquisition Process

Revised Exhibits - April 13, 2021

• Revised Exhibits

Final Public Involvement - October 1 to October 31, 2020

• Project Presentation
• Written narrative of presentation
• Project Handout
• Land Acquisition Process
• Summary of Comments and Responses

Individual Exhibits:

• Project Description
• Summary of Environmental Impacts
• I-57 Aerial North
• i-57 Aerial South
• I-57 Aerial 1
• I-57 Aerial 2
• I-57 Aerial 3
• I-57 Aerial 4
• I-57 Aerial 5
• I-57 Aerial 6
• I-57 Aerial 7
• IL 17 Aerial
• IL 17 Aerial 1
• IL 17 Aerial 2
• IL 17 Aerial 3
• Eastridge Aerial
• Aerial Legend
• Typical Sections
• Interchange Alternatives

Informational Displays:

• Location Map
• Speed Limit Map
• Traffic Map
• Level of Service Map

Traffic Noise Involvement:

• Noise Study Process Videos
• Noise AbatementPamphlet
• Noise Analysis Pamphlet
• Noise Fundamental Pamphlet
• I-57 Noise Analysis Final Results Memo
• Noise Report - I-57 and IL 17

Previous Public Involvement:

• March 19, 2013-Public Information Meeting #2
  • Summary of March 19, 2013 Public Meeting
  • Public Information Meeting Notice
  • Public Information Meeting Brochure
  • Location Map
  • Purpose and Need
  • Aerial I-57 North
  • Aerial I-57 South
  • Aerial IL 17
  • Existing Typical Sections I-57
  • Existing Typical Sections IL 17
  • Proposed Typical Sections I-57
  • Proposed Typical Sections IL 17
  • Crash Location Map
  • Traffic Data
  • Existing Level of Service
  • 2040 Level of Service without improvement
  • 2040 Level of Service with improvement
• July 19, 2012 - Public Information Meeting #1
  • Public Information Meeting Summary
  • Public Information Meeting Brochure
  • Location Map
  • Purpose and Need
  • Aerial Exhibit I-57
  • Aerial exhibit 17 West
  • Aerial Exhibit 17 East
  • Existing Typical Section I-57
  • Existing Typical Sections IL 17 & Ramps
  • Proposed Typical Section
  • ITS Exhibit - Option 1
  • ITS Exhibit - Option 2
  • ITS Exhibit - Option 3
  • ITS Recommended
  • 3D View of SPUI
  • Crash Location Map
  • 1-57 Crash Data
  • IL 17 Crash Data

Related Links:

• IDOT Website
• City of Kankakee
• Kankakee County Planning Department
  

The Phase I study for this project was approved in early 2021 and the Design Phase (Phase II) will begin soon. The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) wishes to thank you for your support and patience.