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train tracks (Credit: Mike Enerio)

Jefferson and Madison Underpasses Receive National Safety Award

By Greg Halbleib Sep 2, 2025 | 5:32 AM

Underpasses carrying Jefferson and Madison streets in Springfield have received a national safety award.

The Illinois Department of Transportation said the underpasses received an America’s Transportation Award.

The underpasses are part of the Springfield Rail Improvement Project with a goal of reducing noise and emissions as well as improving reliability for first responders.