South Sidewalk on 115th Street Closed for Track Column Work
The south sidewalk on 115th Street, between S. Lafayette and S. Perry, is closed for track column work.

Chicago, IL, August 10, 2026 —
115th Street Sidewalk Closure Impacts South Side Commuters
The south sidewalk along 115th Street, situated between South Lafayette Avenue and South Perry Avenue, has been closed to the public. The closure is in effect to facilitate ongoing track column work in the area.
The specific duration of the closure was not immediately available, nor were details regarding the exact nature of the track column work or the contractors involved. Commuters and residents who typically utilize this section of the sidewalk are advised to seek alternative routes during the closure period.
Further information regarding the project’s timeline and any potential disruptions is expected to be released as the work progresses. The closure impacts pedestrian traffic on the south side of 115th Street between the aforementioned cross streets.
Story summarized from the original created by CTA on www.transitchicago.com, see more information here.