Good news in Jay County ✅ The State Road 1 bridge over Haines Creek just north of Pennville reopened this morning, a week ahead of schedule. The bridge closed in mid-September for a bridge deck overlay.

Things are really starting to *round* into shape in Lapel (insert the two old muppets guys laughing in the balcony) Take a look at the progress on the roundabout at State Road 32 and Main Street/C.R. 925 in Lapel. The intersection is expected to reopen at the end of October.

SCHEDULE UPDATE: To reduce the number of nightly closures needed for paving at the State Road 28 interchange with U.S. 31, crews will now close both legs of the S.R. 28 roundabout and all U.S. 31 on/off ramps at the same time. View the updated schedule: bit.ly/4Bbc1IG

Plowing at a whole new magnitude. Introducing the Magna Wing Plow, new to the INDOT East Central District this winter. The Magna Wing will allow crews to plow two lanes at once, reducing the amount of time it takes to clear snow and ice from roadways.

On or after Wednesday, Oct. 21 and Thursday, Oct. 22 I-65 northbound will be reduced to one lane from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. in downtown Indianapolis. Crews are working on slope and erosion repairs between Michigan Street and St. Clair Street

You can help shape IN-ACT, INDOT’s first Active Transportation Plan, at Ball State this week! What better place than the scramble light to share your experiences with walking, biking, and other travel. Come highlight the goals that matter most. More: bit.ly/INACTPlan

Weekend lane and ramp closures are planned on I-70 for pavement repairs in downtown Indianapolis. Learn more: bit.ly/4irYZ26

Beginning on or after Monday, October 19, two lanes of I-70 eastbound and westbound will be closed between Post Road and Mt. Comfort Road for pavement patching on the east side of Indianapolis. Closures between 9 p.m. and noon will be in place for approximately one week

It's National School Bus Safety Week 🚍 As a reminder, a school bus with its stop-arm out and flashing lights means STOP🛑 — kids are crossing! It's not a suggestion, it's the law

The INDOT Hoosier Helpers, sponsored by @GEICO, remind you keep an extra eye out for little ghosts and goblins on #Halloween! Slow down and watch carefully for trick-or-treaters. As you’re celebrating, plan a sober ride home. Buzzed driving is impaired driving. #GEICOSafetyPatrol

Overnight paving is planned next week on the State Road 28 roundabouts at the U.S. 31 interchange in Tipton. After paving is finished, roundabout reconstruction work will be complete with larger center islands. Learn more: bit.ly/4zv1I0s

A big thanks to @BrianWilkes59wx for coming out to our Indianapolis Subdistrict today for snow school. Keep an eye out for @FOX59's upcoming winter weather special, featuring how our crews are preparing themselves for winter.

Lane restrictions and overnight ramp closures are planned at the I-465 and U.S. 31 interchange throughout the next week. Nightly closures will occur from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m., reopening before morning rush hour. For details on the anticipated schedule, visit bit.ly/4ikALXt

Beginning on or after Monday October 19, CSX will close S.R. 109 for railroad track repairs south of Anderson. Work is expected to take one week, weather permitting. Learn more: bit.ly/4dCxBMc

Overnight and weekend lane and ramp closures are planned on I-70 for pavement repairs in downtown Indianapolis. Learn more: bit.ly/4zkscl7

REMINDER: Campaign, advertisements, and other signs are not permitting in state right-of-way per IC-9-21-4-6. Make sure to place signs on private property *with* permission this election season.

As our days are getting shorter, you may find yourself spending more time outside in the dark. Make yourself seen by wearing reflective or high-visibility clothing, using active lights or flashlights, and positioning yourself against contrasting lighter backgrounds.

***UPDATE 10:36 a.m.*** crews are removing the crane and the ramp should reopen around 11 a.m.

🚨TRAFFIC ALERT🚨 Crews setting beams on the Level Up 31 project ran into some delays overnight, and are finishing up their beam setting now on the north side of Indianapolis. The ramp from I-465 westbound to U.S. 31/Meridian Street will remain closed until around 10 a.m.