FAQs – Houbolt Road Extension

FAQs

What is the Houbolt Road Extension Project?

A privately owned and operated tolled 1.5-mile roadway/bridge project. The project limits extend from the existing Houbolt Road/US 6 intersection south to the Schweitzer Road/Houbolt Road intersection.

What is the Project Purpose?

The project will create a new access point to facilitate the efficient flow of traffic and the safety of the motoring public.

What is the Project Schedule?

Construction began in March 2020 and the project will be completed in Spring 2023.

Who is Financing and Building the Project?

The Houbolt Road Extension Joint Venture, LLC (HRE-JV), a business partnership between CenterPoint Properties and United Bridge Partners, financed the design and construction of the project.

Will the Bridge Be Tolled?

The HRE-JV will use an open-road, all-electronic toll system integrated with I-PASS and E-ZPass. Read More

Is the HRE-JV Working on Any Other Projects in the Area?

The HRE-JV is focused on advancing the Houbolt Road Extension project. We do not have any affiliation with any other bridge-related projects in Will County or the surrounding Joliet area.

I Have A “Pay by Plate” Account Set Up with the Illinois Tollway. Will That Work on the Houbolt Road Extension?

No, the “Pay by Plate” system is only valid on the IL Tollway. Any vehicle crossing the Houbolt Road Extension without a valid and funded I-PASS/EZ-Pass account will be mailed an invoice at the Pay-by-Mail rate.