Illinois Route 59 Road Work Will Finish in November
The $4.6 million resurfacing project in Naperville and Aurora is set to conclude next month.
Updated on Oct. 2, 2026 in Home Renovation
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The Illinois Department of Transportation expects to complete a major road resurfacing project on Illinois Route 59 by November 2026. Construction activities on the stretch between McCoy Drive and Artesian Road are nearing their final phase.
Why it matters
The $4.6 million investment aims to improve local transit infrastructure by upgrading concrete and installing new sidewalk ramps. Completion of the project will resolve ongoing traffic disruptions that have persisted since construction began in July.
The project spans the corridor from McCoy Drive to Artesian Road. The $4.6 million budget covers concrete patching and the installation of ADA-compliant sidewalk ramps.
The players
Illinois Department of Transportation
This state agency manages the planning, construction, and maintenance of Illinois public transportation infrastructure.
The details
Crews are currently transitioning to asphalt paving as the final stage of the work cycle. Drivers should continue to anticipate intermittent lane closures in Naperville and Aurora, particularly during daytime operations.
Timeline
Construction on the resurfacing project began on July 13.
Asphalt paving operations commenced in October 2026.
The project is expected to reach final completion in November 2026.
Roadmap
This project reflects the state's ongoing commitment to modernizing aging transit arteries in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Such upgrades are part of a broader strategy to extend the lifespan of primary road networks while improving accessibility for pedestrians.
Commuters in Naperville and Aurora can expect ongoing travel delays until the project concludes in November. Residents should plan for potential traffic congestion and utilize alternative routes during peak hours until all lane closures are lifted.
The takeaway
Maintaining key thoroughfares like Route 59 requires careful coordination between daytime transit needs and overnight construction schedules. Drivers are advised to stay alert for signage changes as the final paving work wraps up next month.
Further reading
Learn more about local infrastructure upgrades in the Illinois Home Renovation section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by NCTV17.
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