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New I-65/I-70 Flyover Bridge Open to Traffic
INDOT has opened the largest structure within the North Split project. The southbound to eastbound flyover bridge is now open to traffic. Earlier this morning, North Split construction crews shifted traffic onto the interchange’s newly re-constructed flyover bridge....
The Heat is On
Now that summer is here and temperatures continue to rise, it is important for the Superior Construction team to inform and protect North Split employees from heat-related illnesses. For the safety of the teams, crews have implemented precautionary measures and...
North Split Crews Put Safety First
Bright and early on any given Monday, Wednesday or Friday morning, Jake America and Kyle Kester are hard at work preparing the safety training for new hires on the North Split Reconstruction Project. As one of three Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) managers on...
City Market
Indianapolis City Market set to bloom with slowing construction Since 1886, Indianapolis City Market has illustrated a storied history of retail center cultivation in the heart of downtown. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the space is now filled...
AES 500 Festival Parade Returns Downtown
After a two-year hiatus, the AES 500 Festival Parade returns to downtown Indianapolis tomorrow. In preparation, two I-65 ramps will be temporarily closed. I-65 northbound to Meridian/Pennsylvania streets will close at 6:30 a.m. Saturday. The ramp from...
One Year Later: Update on North Split Interchange Project
INDOT is providing a progress update on the North Split reconstruction project one year after the interchange’s full closure. Since May 15, 2021, North Split construction crews have: Successfully demolished 38 of 51 bridges in need of repair Placed 217 of 390 precast...
Erosion and Dust Control
Dust and Debris and Erosion, Oh My! As we head into summer, crews are gearing up for dry weather. It’s no secret that construction work can stir up dirt, dust, and debris. To help minimize environmental impacts, North Split crews follow specific mitigation strategies...
Kan-Kan Cinema and Brasserie: Open for business.
On March 13, 2020, the date a global pandemic closed much of the world, the Kan-Kan Cinema and Brasserie, located at 1258 Windsor Street, had planned to open. Forced to cancel their much-anticipated grand opening, the lights went dark until 18-months later when the...
Crews Gearing Up for Spring
Now that the weather is getting warmer, crews can restart several specific construction activities throughout the North Split project area. Two of the biggest opportunities are the availability of asphalt and the ability to perform earthwork. Over the winter, asphalt...
Some Pig! Meat, Beer, Wine and Parking: The Beerded Swine Has It All
The Beerded Swine, located at 501 North College, recently opened with big dreams. But business owner Lisa Abendroth’s journey and vision for the custom neighborhood butcher shop and beer lounge started long before the pandemic, supply chain delays, rising prices and...
Gov. Holcomb, INDOT Kick Off 2022 Next Level Roads Construction Season
INDIANAPOLIS - Governor Eric J. Holcomb joined Indiana Department of Transportation Commissioner Mike Smith, law enforcement, and road construction industry partners today to kick off the 2022 Next Level Roads construction season. The kickoff event was held at the...
Central Avenue To Close Monday
Central Avenue is scheduled to close between 11th and 12th streets on Monday morning, March 21. This closure will immediately follow the reopening of Alabama Street over the weekend and is expected to continue through mid-April. As crews work to demolish overhead...
INDOT Reminds Drivers of Closures Ahead of NCAA Events
INDOT is reminding motorists to plan ahead for travel related to the upcoming NCAA March Madness tournament and NCAA Men & Women's Swimming & Diving finals. Routes to Gainbridge Fieldhouse and IUPUI Natatorium may be impacted by work being performed as part of...
Vermont Street To Close March 14
INDOT will close Vermont Street early Monday, March 14, under I-65 between Davidson Street and Pine Street early Monday as part of the North Split reconstruction project. Crews will be installing Mechanically Stabilized Earth (MSE) retaining wall through late March....
Delaware/11th Street Ramp Closure Extended Through Early Summer 2022
INDOT will extend the closure of the Delaware /11th Street to I-70 eastbound on-ramp until early summer. Weather-related issues and material delivery delays caused bridge and wall foundation work to be pushed back. The ramp was originally scheduled to open mid-March....
INDOT Reminds Drivers of North Split Closures Ahead of Big 10 Championship
INDOT is reminding motorists to plan ahead for travel related to the upcoming Big 10 Men's Basketball Tournament. Routes to Gainbridge Fieldhouse may be impacted by work being performed as part of the North Split project. Exits currently open to traffic on the north...
Alabama Street Scheduled to Close March 7
Alabama Street is scheduled to close Monday, March 7, under I-65 as part of the ongoing North Split interchange reconstruction project. Alabama Street will close between 11th Street and 12th Street. Northbound traffic will be detoured up Fort Wayne Street to Central...
Michigan Street Scheduled to Close March 5 Under I-65
Michigan Street is scheduled to close Saturday, March 5, under I-65 as part of the ongoing North Split interchange reconstruction project. Michigan Street will close between Davidson and Pine Streets. Traffic will be detoured to Washington Street, pedestrian and...
New Timelines Released for Local Street Closures in North Split Project
Local street closures have been extended as part of the North Split interchange reconstruction project. These streets include Ohio Street, 10th Street, Market Street and Commerce Avenue. It was determined that to maximize construction efforts it would be more...
North Split Construction May Impact Big 10 Tournament Travel
INDOT reminds motorists of current openings and closures ahead of Big 10 Women’s Basketball Tournament INDOT asks motorists to plan ahead for travel related to the upcoming NCAA Big 10 Women’s Basketball Tournament. Routes to Gainbridge Fieldhouse may be...