Read more about plans and studies which explore options for improving transportation in Lake County.
Roadway improvement projects follow a thorough engineering process encompassing three phases: Phase I, Planning; Phase II, Design; and Phase III, Construction. Before beginning Phase I, a specific project is targeted and a scope of work is developed, along with an initial cost estimate. If it is decided to move forward with the project, Phase I, the foundation stage of the project, begins. Field data, history of the area, and environmental issues are considered early on in this phase. Alternatives are presented, public input is sought and a preferred alternate is chosen which leads to determining right-of-way needs and developing more specific cost estimates, all needed in order to obtain design approval. Once design approval is accomplished, the project moves into Phase II. During Phase II, the results of the Phase I engineering report are used to develop contract plans, specifications and cost estimates for land acquisition and construction, and local/state joint project agreements are coordinated.
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Buffalo Grove Road Phase I Study |
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The Lake County Division of Transportation is performing a Preliminary Engineering and Environmental Study (Phase I Study) for Buffalo Grove Road from Deerfield Parkway to IL Route 22.
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Cedar Lake Road Improvement |
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This project involves preliminary engineering studies and public meetings to consider reconstructing a portion of Cedar Lake Road. The project limits begin just north of Illinois Route 120 and extend to the curve just south of Nippersink Road.
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Deerfield Road Bike Path West Project |
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Phase I Study of a new bike path connecting the existing Buffalo Grove bike path at Deerfield Road and IL Route 21 (Milwaukee Avenue) east to the recently constructed Lake County Division of Transportation bike path at the Des Plaines River Trail within the Village of Riverwoods.
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Gilmer Road / Midlothian Road Intersection Improvement |
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The Lake County Division of Transportation has initiated a preliminary (Phase I) engineering study for the improvement of the intersection of Gilmer Road and Midlothian Road in Hawthorn Woods and unincorporated Lake County.
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Old McHenry Road Improvement |
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Plans are being studied to improve traffic flow, drainage, pedestrian accommodations and streetscapes on Old McHenry Road in downtown Long Grove.
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US Route 45 Project [Millburn Bypass] |
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The Lake County Division of Transportation (LCDOT) and the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) have completed extensive engineering and environmental studies that have led to the selection of a preferred US Route 45 west bypass alternative.
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Fairfield Rd / IL Route 176 Junction Improvement |
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The preferred alternative has been selected for this intersection improvement. An at-grade intersection improvement will be constructed along with two pedestrian tunnels to improve the trail connectivity. A public hearing was held on July 20, 2011 presenting the preferred alternative.
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River Road / Roberts Road Intersection Improvement |
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The existing signalized intersection will be developed into a roundabout to accommodate future vehicle travel demands. The plan also includes connectivity to the adjacent Forest Preserve by way of a multi-use path that will connect to future planned trails throughout the preserve.
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Rollins Road Gateway |
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The proposed improvement plan can be viewed at the study website. Plans to move forward with Phase II, design engineering, is currently taking place. We are anticipating construction will begin in 2013.
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Washington Street Thoroughfare |
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Planning to construct a five lane roadway with a bike path on one side, a sidewalk on the other and a railroad bridge while trying to lessen impact to adjacent property is becoming quite a challenge. We are currently looking at existing and proposed utilities and where they will fit in the overall scheme of things. We plan to schedule a Public Open House hearing this May to present the final plan.
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