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City of Mattoon Awarded $3.7 Million Grant for Loop Road and Dettro Drive Expansion Project

The City of Mattoon has been awarded over $3.7 million in state funding to support construction of a new Loop Road and expansion of Dettro Drive. These improvements are made possible through Governor JB Pritzker’s historic infrastructure program and are a major investment in public safety, traffic flow, and economic growth.

The project will add a new north-south roadway west of Dettro Drive, improving access to IL-16. Moreover, the project will expand lanes on Dettro Drive to better serve traffic from the Emerald Acres Sports Connection and nearby businesses.

Between 2013 and 2022, over 100 accidents occurred near the Dettro/IL-16 intersection. These improvements will make travel safer for residents, visitors, and businesses while supporting new opportunities for growth and tourism.

Mayor Rick Hall shared, “This project will enhance safety, ease congestion, and ensure Mattoon is ready to welcome new families, visitors, and businesses. It’s a major step forward for our community.”

Construction planning is already underway, with work expected to begin in Summer 2026 after final IDOT approval.

City of Mattoon Awarded $3.7 Million Grant for Loop Road and Dettro Drive Expansion Project

The City of Mattoon has been awarded over $3.7 million in state funding to support construction of a new Loop Road and expansion of Dettro Drive. These improvements are made possible through Governor JB Pritzker’s historic infrastructure program and are a major investment in public safety, traffic flow, and economic growth.

The project will add a new north-south roadway west of Dettro Drive, improving access to IL-16. Moreover, the project will expand lanes on Dettro Drive to better serve traffic from the Emerald Acres Sports Connection and nearby businesses.

Between 2013 and 2022, over 100 accidents occurred near the Dettro/IL-16 intersection. These improvements will make travel safer for residents, visitors, and businesses while supporting new opportunities for growth and tourism.

Mayor Rick Hall shared, “This project will enhance safety, ease congestion, and ensure Mattoon is ready to welcome new families, visitors, and businesses. It’s a major step forward for our community.”

Construction planning is already underway, with work expected to begin in Summer 2026 after final IDOT approval.
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