CLINTON COUNTY — The Illinois Department of Transportation announces that the intersection of Illinois 161 and Shattuc Road will be closed for two weeks beginning at 6 a.m. July 26.

This closure is necessary to reconstruct this intersection. A detour will be posted utilizing Illinois 127, U.S. 50, and U.S. 51.

Motorists should allow extra time for trips through this area.  Drivers are urged to pay close attention to the detour signs, obey the posted speed limits, refrain from using mobile devices and be alert for workers and equipment.