Extension of FAU 8071 (macarthur blvd.) from recreation drive to woodside road

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) awarded the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) a $7.75 million Project Grant on June 23, 2025, under the Highway Planning and Construction program (CFDA 20.205) to fund the extension of FAU 8071 (MacArthur Boulevard) from Recreation Drive to Woodside Road in Illinois. The project encompasses comprehensive roadway construction and infrastructure improvements, including earth excavation, soil processing, sub-base preparation, hot mix asphalt (HMA) pavement installation, pipe culverts, storm sewer systems, curb and gutter construction, pipe underdrains, roadway signage, pavement markings, and roadway lighting systems.

This infrastructure project represents a typical application of Highway Planning and Construction funds, which support state departments of transportation in developing and improving transportation infrastructure across the United States. As the state's primary transportation infrastructure agency, IDOT is well-positioned to execute this project, drawing on its extensive experience administering federal transportation grants for highway construction, bridge rehabilitation, and multimodal improvements across Illinois municipalities.

Project description

Earth excavation, processing modified soil, sub-base, HMA pavement, pipe culverts, storm sewer, curb and gutter pipe underdrains, signing, pavement markings, and roadway lighting.