Kane County to close Kirk Road lanes for four-week bridge replacement
Drivers near Batavia and Geneva should expect daily traffic backups starting next Monday as crews begin replacing the Union Pacific Railroad crossing.
By Marco Whitaker ·
Kane County Division of Transportation crews will begin work next Monday to replace the bridge on Kirk Road over the Union Pacific Railroad. The project covers the area near Batavia and Geneva and is scheduled to last four weeks. Kirk Road will stay open to traffic, but daily lane closures are expected throughout the construction period.
Work crews will operate from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Saturday. Flaggers will direct vehicles through the work zone. The Division of Transportation posted that motorists should anticipate delays, particularly during those work hours. Officials encouraged drivers to use alternate routes, allow extra travel time, and reduce speeds.
The construction involves removing the center median on Kirk Road north of Route 38. Workers will install temporary pavement to manage traffic flow. Once the existing 18-span bridge is demolished, crews will erect three new single-span bridges. These new structures will span Reed Road, the Union Pacific Railroad, and White’s Creek.
Beyond the bridge replacement, the project includes upgrades to local infrastructure. Crews will modernize traffic signals and restore landscaping. A multi-use path will also be added to the area.
Additional work includes renovating the storm sewer system, detention pond, and retaining walls. The Division of Transportation said these enhancements aim to improve safety and recreation in the corridor. Drivers following posted traffic controls and flagger instructions will help keep the project on schedule.
