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400 N LSD Update
Below is an update on the construction activity at 400 N. Lake Shore Drive.
Week of 10/28
- Continue framing and rebar of basement level 1 slab
- De-Mobilize caisson equipment on-site
- Note this requires Water Street access due to equipment size
- Pothole and clear sheeting line
- Mobilize ERS equipment on site
- Note this requires Water Street access due to equipment size
- Begin ERS installation
Week of 11/4
- Continue framing, rebar, and pouring of basement level 1 slab
- Continue ERS installation
Week of 11/11
- Continue framing, rebar, and pouring of basement level 1 slab
- Begin framing and rebar of core wall
- Complete ERS installation
- De-mobilize ERS equipment
- Note this requires Water Street access due to equipment size
Please note that Comed’s work plan is still under review and a start date will be communicated when available.
Michigan Avenue Tunnel to Northbound Lake Shore Drive Closure
On Tuesday, October 29 and Wednesday, October 30 (10am to 2pm), the northbound exit onto North Lake Shore Drive will be closed for sewer cleaning. Northbound traffic will be detoured to Inner Lake Shore Drive.
Residential Lighting Project Notice: Huron, from Michigan to Fairbanks
The Chicago Department of Transportation began installation of new street lights on East Huron Street, between North Michigan Avenue and North Fairbanks Court. John Burns Construction is the contractor for this project and Stanley Consultants is providing resident engineering services for the Chicago Department of Transportation.
The work will include the installation of foundations, boring of underground conduits, cable pulling, the installation of new residential lighting poles with piggyback lights, LED Smart Lighting luminaires, and the restoration of concrete sidewalks and parkways disturbed by the construction. The existing light poles will be removed once the new lighting system is functioning properly.
During construction, temporary “No Parking” signs will be periodically installed as required for each activity listed above so that work may be performed safely. These temporary signs will restrict parking during working hours, and residents can park normally after the posted hours and overnight, and usually all day on weekends.
The project is expected to be completed by December 2024.
Filming
Chicago Fire
Chicago Fire plans to film at the Ohio House located at 600 N LaSalle on Tuesday, October 29. The scene involves firefighters responding to a fire in one of the hotel rooms.
During filming, parking will be prohibited at the following locations:
- North side of Ohio from LaSalle to Wells (Monday October 28 from 7 am – 5 pm)
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South side of Ohio from 153 W Ohio to LaSalle (Monday October 28 from 7 am – 5 pm)
- Both sides of Ohio St from LaSalle to Wells (Tuesday October 29 from 3 am – 7 pm)
- South side of Ontario from LaSalle to Wells (Tuesday October 29 from 3 am – 7 pm)
- North side of Ontario from LaSalle to Franklin (Tuesday October 29 from 3 am – 7 pm)
- East side of Wells from Ontario to Ohio (Tuesday October 29 from 3 am – 7 pm)
There will be intermittent traffic control on Ohio, between Wells and LaSalle between 9am-11:30am. The alley bounded by LaSalle, Ontario, Wells, and Ohio will be completely closed from 9:30am-11:30am.
Pin & Link Project on Randolph and Columbus
CDOT crews are scheduled to perform steel work and bridge expansion joint rehab along Randolph Street, Columbus Drive, and Stetson Avenue. Please see details below:
General Construction Schedule:
7:00 am - 3:30 pm, Monday - Friday; with the occasional extension to 5:30 pm as needed.
Scope of Work and Access Impacts During Construction:
In general, one lane of travel will be open at all times along each roadway, level, and direction. Access along sidewalks will remain open with detours around the work areas.
Week of 10/28 thru 11/01:
- Randolph Street Scope:
- Stetson to Columbus - Work within the roadway at lower Randolph/Stetson.
- Access Impacts:
- Prudential building parking garage access on lower Randolph at Stetson to be fully restored this week.
- Columbus Drive Scope:
- South Water to Lake St. - Expansion joint replacements in east sidewalk in front of the Aqua building.
- Access Impacts:
- Pedestrian detours around the sidewalk work areas.
- Stetson Avenue Scope:
- Wacker to South Water St. - Expansion joint replacements in sidewalk and roadway
- Access Impacts: Southbound Stetson drop-off lane reduction
Bridge Repair
CDOT crews began bridge repairs (Gusset Plate & Sidewalk Bracket repairs) at the Grand Avenue Bridge over the N Branch of the Chicago River. Work is expected to be completed Friday, December 6th.
Traffic Impact during Construction: Daily closure will be set up 7am - 4 pm
Set up includes the following:
- One sidewalk will remain open for pedestrians traffic during construction
- WB and EB will be partially closed still allowing two-way traffic.
Added Bus Stops
Due to the Expanded Outdoor Dining program, the following bus stops will be implemented, effective on Friday, May 24, 2024, at 3:00 pm until Thursday, October 31, 2024 or completion.
Clark at Kinzie (southbound, nearside)—Temporary bus stop elimination
Stop ID Number: 1861
Route Stopping: #22 – Clark
LaSalle at Grand (southbound, farside)—Temporary bus stop route added onto existing bus stop
Stop ID Number: 4961
Route Stopping: #22– Clark, #156 - LaSalle
LaSalle at Hubbard (southbound, farside)—Temporary bus stop route added onto existing bus stop
Stop ID Number: 4962
Route Stopping: #22– Clark, #156 - LaSalle
LaSalle at 320 North (southbound, farside)—Temporary bus stop route added onto existing bus stop
Stop ID Number: 4963
Route Stopping: #22– Clark, #156 - LaSalle
State & Lake Utility Relocations
Utility companies began relocating utilities in advance of the State and Lake CTA project. Train services will not be disrupted during utility relocations.
At least 1 lane of traffic will remain open (1 lane each direction on State St) at all times, but other driving and parking lanes may be closed.
Construction equipment and materials will be stored on the street, including during time periods between active work. Work will primarily occur 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM on Saturdays, but there will be limited work during nights. Utility companies are aware of and required to abide by the Chicago noise ordinance, which limits noisy work during overnight hours.
Kennedy Expressway Bridge Rehabilitation
In 2023, IDOT began rehabilitating the Kennedy Expressway (Interstate 90/94), from the Edens Expressway (I-94) junction to Ohio Street.
The estimated $150 million project consists of rehabilitating 36 bridges and the Reversible Lane Access Control system, replacing overhead sign structures, installing new signage and modernized LED lights, pavement patching, and structural painting. Additionally, Hubbard’s Cave, from Grand Avenue to Wayman Street, will be painted and new LED lighting installed.
The work will take place over three consecutive construction seasons, broken down into the following stages:
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2023 – Inbound Kennedy: Click here for stage 1 fact sheet.
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2024 – Reversible Express Lanes: Click here for stage 2 fact sheet.
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2025 – Outbound Kennedy: Click here for stage 3 fact sheet.
The Kennedy Expressway officially opened in November 1960, with the last major rehabilitation completed in 1994. The project will improve safety, traffic flow and reliability for the more than 275,000 motorists who use the expressway each day.
Click here for a project overview.
Click here for a FAQ
Click here to see photos and videos of the project.
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