50-foot-wide sinkhole at Deer Run Mine closes Illinois 185 due to nearby mining operations.

Illinois 185 is closed southeast of Hillsboro due to a 50-foot-wide sinkhole at Deer Run Mine, with minimal damage to the road. The Illinois Department of Transportation announced the closure as a precautionary measure, as the sinkhole is located adjacent to the road. The sinkhole is believed to be caused by nearby mining operations, and officials will assess damages to estimate the road's reopening.

April 12, 2024
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