The Illinois Department of Transportation would like to alert motorists traveling on Interstate 57 in Jefferson County north of Ina that there will be a lane closure beginning today at 7pm.

The southbound closure is scheduled through 7 a.m. on Wednesday, May 23.

Maintenance crews will be repairing sections of pavement on Interstate 57 near mileposts 82 to 83.

Emergency vehicles will be allowed through the construction site as quickly as possible. Through traffic is encouraged to seek alternate routes while this work is underway.