Troopers: Semi-truck hit concrete barrier in Macon Co. crash

MACON COUNTY, Ill. (WAND) - Traffic lanes have been reduced on I-72 in Macon County due to a semi-truck crash.

State police said they are on the scene of a crash involving a single semi-truck on I-72 eastbound at mile post 154 in the construction area. The crash is near Argenta and Newburg.

Traffic is down to one lane at the crash scene. Troopers are diverting eastbound traffic at mile post 154 onto Illinois Route 48 at mile post 156 around the crash.

The public is asked to stay aware of slowing or stopped traffic. Drivers should try to find an alternate route if possible. They should use caution, be aware of traffic around them and the troopers directing traffic.

State police said this was a property damage only crash involving a semi-truck. The traffic diversion is expected to be active for an extended period due to a collision with a concrete barrier wall.

Drivers will be advised when the barriers are repaired and the road is opened.