General Info

The Illinois Department of Transportation provides an environmentally sound intermodal transportation system for individuals. It facilitates economic and social development, as well as connectivity within Illinois through the movement of people and goods. The department supports the rural enhancement program that allocates transportation enhancement funds to various communities. The Illinois Department of Transportation maintains a bureau of aviation that oversees the administration of technical assistance, licensing and funding to the public use aviation facilities. The department additionally offers engineering, flight, grants, safety, and planning and environmental services. It also conducts a range of motorist assistance, youth outreach and roadside beautification programs. The Illinois Department of Transportation department maintains a speakers bureau that serves as a source of information on highway issues. The department is headquartered in Springfield, Ill.