Northeast Side Ramp Closures and Major Red Line Detours Impacting Wednesday Commutes

Clear Path 465: Northeast Side Traffic Shifts

Commuters on the northeast side of Indianapolis continue to navigate significant changes as the Clear Path 465 project moves into its final phases. This Wednesday, motorists should be prepared for several long-term ramp closures that remain in effect. Specifically, the ramp from 56th Street to northbound I-465, the ramp from Allisonville Road to eastbound I-465, and the ramp from northbound Binford Boulevard to westbound I-465 are all closed to facilitate ongoing interchange reconfiguration.

Drivers using the I-69 and I-465 interchange should note that traffic was recently shifted onto a new bridge for the southbound I-69 to southbound I-465 movement. While this new infrastructure aims to improve flow, lane restrictions remain common. Additionally, the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) has scheduled mobile shoulder cleaning throughout the project area tonight. Between 9 p.m. and 6 a.m., crews will be active on the shoulders, necessitating extra caution for late-night travelers.

IndyGo Service Alerts and Red Line Detours

Public transit riders face notable disruptions this morning, particularly those using the Red Line. Starting earlier this week on January 19, 18th Street has been closed for approximately two weeks of work. This closure has forced both the Red Line (Route 90) and Route 92 onto detours, resulting in the temporary closure of the IU Health Station. Passengers are advised to use temporary stops located along Meridian Street at 16th and 13th Streets.

• Fountain Square: The Red Line remains on a long-term detour in the Fountain Square area. The Pleasant Run and Raymond Street stations are closed, with Route 90 currently sharing stops with Route 13 on Raymond Street.
• Route 8: Construction for the future Blue Line continues to impact Washington Street. Service is currently detoured between Belmont Avenue and Harding Street, with several stops closed in the construction zone.
• Route 15: Expect continued detours near 30th Street and Georgetown Road due to ongoing utility work in the area.

Regional Road Conditions and Winter Hazards

Travelers heading toward Lafayette should be aware of residual delays on I-65 following a series of major accidents Tuesday afternoon that resulted in fatalities and significant traffic backups. While lanes have reopened, investigators may still be active near the median in Tippecanoe County. Within the city, the Indianapolis Department of Public Works has noted that pothole season has arrived early this year. Commuters are encouraged to report significant road damage via the RequestIndy portal, as recent freeze-thaw cycles have created new hazards on major thoroughfares like Washington Street and 38th Street.