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September 30, 2021
Provide Input at: omxproject.com
The Lake County Division of Transportation (LCDOT) has initiated a study called the Old McHenry Crossings project, and public input is wanted!
The new study focuses on areas surrounding the Old McHenry Road and Canadian National (CN) Railroad Crossing and along Quentin Road in Hawthorn Woods, Lake Zurich and Kildeer.
Reasons for the Study
Addressing traffic congestion and improving safety are two of our top priorities. Four highly traveled regional highways converging to this area, frequent trains and three closely spaced intersections along Old McHenry Road have led to high traffic volumes and delays. Approximately 25,000 vehicles pass through the corridor each day and nearly 370 crashes have occurred in this area over the last five years. Watch this video to learn more.
Improvements Being Evaluated
LCDOT will be looking at the following roads that converge in the area to improve safety, traffic operations and connectivity for motorists, bicyclists, and pedestrians:
- Old McHenry Road: Abbey Glenn Drive to Bonnie Lane
- Quentin Road: IL 22 to Old McHenry Road
- Midlothian Road: North and south of the Old McHenry Road intersection
- Fairfield Road: North of the Old McHenry Road intersection
The project also will evaluate the feasibility of constructing a new grade separation at the CN Railroad tracks on Old McHenry Road, allowing traffic to run smoothly when trains pass through each day.
Providing Input
Go to omxproject.com to submit input directly to the project team. Use the interactive comment map to provide an exact location of your input, or submit a comment form.
LCDOT is encouraging public comment through virtual formats due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Others ways to provide input on the project include:
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Email: DOT@lakecountyil.gov
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Mail: Lake County Division of Transportation, 600 W. Winchester Road, Libertyville, IL 60048
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Call: 847-377-7400
Project Timeline
This project will span multiple years of planning, coordination, and design before construction will begin. Currently, construction is scheduled to begin in 2025 dependent upon project readiness and funding availability. Ensure you stay up to date by signing up for project updates at omxproject.com.
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