Ruby Street Bridge Out Of Service For Months: Joliet

JOLIET — Due to a mechanical failure, the Illinois Department of Transportation has announced the closure of the Ruby Street Bridge over the Des Plaines River for emergency repairs beginning at 6 p.m., Friday, according to Rosemaria DiBenedetto, who issued Friday night's press release on behalf of the city of Joliet.

As a result of the emergency closure, the closure of the bridge previously scheduled to begin May 13 will be moved forward, and begin immediately in conjunction with the emergency closure. A minimum 60-day closure of the bridge should be expected, according to DiBenedetto.

Detour routes have been posted. Drivers are advised to use caution and seek alternate routes when traveling in the area, she noted.