South Sidewalk on 115th Street Closed for Foundation Work
The south sidewalk on 115th Street, between S. Lafayette Avenue and S. Perry track foundations, columns, is closed.
Chicago, IL, August 17, 2026 —
The south sidewalk along 115th Street is currently closed to the public. The closure affects the stretch of sidewalk between S. Lafayette Avenue and S. Perry Avenue.
The reason for the closure is ongoing work on track foundations and columns. Specific details regarding the contractor undertaking the work, the expected duration of the closure, or any planned detours were not immediately available.
Pedestrians seeking to travel through the affected area will need to find alternative routes. Further information regarding the reopening of the sidewalk is expected as the foundation and column work progresses.
Story summarized from the original created by CTA on www.transitchicago.com, see more information here.
