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Officials flag hydroplaning risk on Basco blacktop; county to post caution signs
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Summary
At the Feb. 26 meeting, Jason Jacquot told Hancock County officials that drivers have had accidents from hydroplaning on the Basco blacktop between Elderville and Highway 96; county staff said the section was likely rebuilt in 2012–2014 and will post caution signs until rework can be scheduled.
Jason Jacquot told the Hancock County Highway, Road and Bridge committee Feb. 26 that the Basco blacktop between Elderville and Highway 96 has seen accidents caused by hydroplaning and asked when the road would be resurfaced or reworked.
Elgin Berry told the committee he believes that segment was ground up and redone in 2012–2014. In the meantime, the Highway Department will post caution signs on the roadway to warn drivers of wet‑weather hazards. Berry also noted—according to the minutes—that IDOT has stated local roads are set at an 80,000‑pound limit, a point members discussed in the context of truck traffic and pavement wear.
The committee did not set a date for full rework during the meeting; members said they will consider timing and resources as part of regular maintenance planning.