Lanes to close as crews demolish I-70bridge deck

I-70 bridge deck work underway/Lucy Perry Photo

Indiana Department of Transportation

US 41 Lane Closures under I-70 beginning Monday Night

The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) announce U.S. 41 will be reduced to one lane under I-70 in both directions beginning Monday, May 2 from 11:59 p.m. until 4 a.m. each night, weather permitting.   Crews will be demolishing the I-70 bridge deck above.  It is anticipated this work will last through Thursday morning.

Superior Construction Co. was awarded this bridge deck replacement project on I-70 for $6.9 million.  This project includes replacing the decks on both bridges over U.S. 41 and Thompson Ditch and the Indiana Railroad.  The project is scheduled for completion in October of 2018.

The speed limit will be reduced to 55 mph throughout the entire work zone.  This construction project has been targeted by the Indiana State Police Department for increased enforcement activities in an effort to reduce speeding in the work zone.  INDOT encourages motorists to slow down and pay special attention while traveling in work zones throughout Indiana.