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You can expect construction impacts between 2025 and 2028. Due to the size of the project, the work will take place in phases spread out across 12 construction areas along the Blue Line corridor to minimize the impact to any one area.
IndyGo will work with the selected contractors to determine final sequence and timing of construction activities. Right now, we are projecting work along Washington Street will start near Cumberland on the city’s eastside and shift west toward Sadlier Drive. Work on the portion of Washington Street downtown between the Carson Transit Center and the Indianapolis Zoo will also be scheduled early in the project. Please see the graphic below for the other various scheduled segments and their estimated construction timing.
Construction Forecast
Blue Line construction is separated into 12 construction areas as shown on the segment-by-segment map below. Work is projected to start along Washington Street in Spring 2025. This section is designed to give an estimated look-ahead of construction activity happening along the corridor and will be updated weekly once construction begins.
Work in this section is scheduled for mid-2026 through mid-2028.
*Last updated July 2025.
Work in this section is scheduled for late 2025 through mid-2028.
*Last updated July 2025.
Happening Now
Citizens Energy Group (CEG) currently has a closure in place for water line relocation between Belmont Avenue and Harding Street. Our contractors will mobilize onsite once CEG’s construction is completed, which is anticipated to be November 2025. Eastbound and westbound traffic will be maintained. Various lane closures and changing traffic patterns can be expected while utility work continues.
Pedestrians will have crosswalk availability throughout construction, but full accessibility won’t be available until tentatively March 2026.
Happening Next
Beginning in November 2025, Washington Street will close between Belmont Avenue and Harding Street for approximately six months. This closure is needed to construct new storm sewer trunk lines.
For the Belmont Avenue to Harding Street closure, westbound lanes will be closed to through traffic. Motorists driving westbound will detour around the closure using North White River Parkway, Michigan Street and Holt Road. Eastbound lanes will remain open, maintaining local access to residences and businesses along this portion of Washington Street.
*Last updated September 2025.
Happening Now
On Maryland and Washington streets from West Street to Capitol Avenue, lane closures are in place for curb ramp construction, pedestrian improvements and station construction. A minimum of one lane will be maintained in each direction during construction. Construction is in progress on the future Statehouse Station, located at Washington Street and Capitol Avenue, and the future Convention Center Station, located at Maryland Street and Capitol Avenue. Work is anticipated to be completed by summer 2026.
From North White River to South White River Parkway the outside eastbound lanes are under construction for pavement restoration. The inside eastbound and westbound lane will remain open during construction. Construction is expected to be completed on or after Sept. 26.
From White River Bridge to West Street there are minor pedestrian impacts. Curb ramp construction is in progress; varying corners are restricted. Pedestrian detours are in place. Sidewalk access is maintained.
*Last updated September 2025.
Happening Now
At the Washington Street and College Avenue intersection contractors have mobilized and set up maintenance of traffic for a northbound closure that is expected to begin on or after Thursday, Sept. 11. A single lane will remain open in each direction for eastbound and westbound traffic. This closure is expected to last approximately four months.
Northbound motorists will detour east on Washington Street to I-70 West and take the Fletcher Avenue exit and travel north on East Street and take that to Washington Street and go north at New Jersey Street and east at Market Street to College Avenue.
Happening Next
*Last updated September 2025.
Work in this section is scheduled for late 2026 through late 2027.
*Last updated July 2025.
Happening Now
Construction of the underground storm water detention facility at Willard Park is in progress. Work is confined within the park and is not expected to affect traffic. The park remains open, although some activities are restricted due to ongoing construction.
The intersection of Washington Street and Sherman Drive is closed by Citizens Energy Group to relocate utilities. Construction is expected to be completed on or after Sept. 26. Westbound traffic will be diverted at Emerson Avenue and eastbound traffic will detour around the closure at Southeastern Avenue. Northbound traffic will be diverted at Southeastern Avenue to Emerson Avenue and southbound traffic will detour around the closure at 10th Street, also using Emerson Avenue.
Happening Next
*Last updated September 2025.
Work in this section is scheduled for late 2025 through late 2026.
*Last updated July 2025.
Work in this section is scheduled for late 2026 through late 2027.
*Last updated July 2025.
Work in this section is scheduled for late 2027 through mid-2028.
*Last updated July 2025.
Happening Now
From Shadeland Avenue to Post Road there are intermittent lane restrictions for storm sewer construction and curb ramp construction. The outside eastbound and westbound lanes are being restricted for construction activity.
The southbound ramp from Shadeland Avenue to westbound Washington Street is restricted to traffic. Access will be maintained through the cloverleaf interchange.
The Shortridge Road and Washington Street intersection is restricted for pavement patching. Northbound and southbound traffic will be closed to through traffic. Construction is expected to be completed on or after Sept. 16.
*Last updated September 2025.
Happening Now
From Post Road to Washington Market, station foundation construction is in progress. Inside eastbound and westbound lanes will be closed to traffic for construction activity. Construction on center median lanes are in progress and closed to traffic.
*Last updated September 2025.
Blue Line Construction Open Houses
IndyGo recently hosted eight in-person and one virtual meetings throughout the Blue Line corridor to share the upcoming construction timeline and help people prepare for closures and delays. Watch the video for glimpses of the events.
Construction FAQs
Read the FAQS below for more details about construction.
IndyGo and DPW have worked together to minimize roadway closures and detours as much as possible. However, for the safety of everyone – construction workers, motorists and pedestrians – some closures will be required. The following is a tentative list of these work segments. The limits and timelines of each closure will be communicated one to three weeks in advance via our regular weekly email communications:
- Washington Street from East Side Mobility Hub to Post Road
- Washington Street from Post Road to Sadlier Drive
- Washington Street from Sadlier Drive to Arlington Avenue
- Washington Street from Arlington Avenue to Ritter Avenue
- Washington Street from Ritter Avenue to Emerson Avenue
- Washington Street from Emerson Avenue to Hamilton Avenue
- Washington Street from Hamilton Avenue to Arsenal Avenue
- Washington Street from Arsenal Avenue to Southeastern Avenue
- Washington Street from Southeastern Avenue to Park Avenue
- Washington Street from Park Avenue to the Indianapolis Zoo
- Washington Street from the Indianapolis Zoo to Belmont Avenue
- Washington Street from Belmont Avenue to Central Green Boulevard.
- Washington Street from Central Greens Boulevard to Holt Road
Detour routes will be available and clearly marked during all roadway or intersection closures. This list is not exhaustive of all traffic impacts and does not include lane or turn movement restrictions (where the roadway remains open). This list is also subject to change to meet construction conditions, upon approval from Indianapolis DPW and through coordination with emergency services. Local access to residences and businesses will be maintained throughout the duration of the project. The best way to monitor impacts during construction will be to register to receive our weekly email communications through the newsletter here.
For maps of the expected detours, please click the link here.
There will be impacts to bus stops and routes when necessary for the safety of riders and/or construction workers. Temporary stops will be provided wherever possible. During times when construction must occur immediately adjacent to bus stops, those stops may need to be relocated or closed temporarily. IndyGo will provide communication about stop closures or relocations, or bus route detours via email communications, on-route announcements and social media. The best way to monitor impacts during construction will be to register to receive our weekly email communications through the newsletter here.
There may be an increase in traffic on detour routes and side streets. Typical traffic rules and speed limits will apply.
The Contractor will coordinate with the city to provide uninterrupted trash collection.
The Contractor will coordinate with the local post office to ensure continuous mail delivery.
IndyGo will communicate construction updates in a variety of ways including our weekly newsletter here, social media and website updates. Additionally, our neighborhood liaisons, Deaon Smith and Alexis Craft, will be available during business hours to answer questions, share information and attend community meetings at your request. Their information is provided below.
IndyGo is committed to being a good community partner throughout the construction process. IndyGo will provide informational resources, signage and advertising opportunities as part of a Business Toolkit, which will be available soon. Additionally, IndyGo has dedicated construction liaisons, Deaon Smith and Alexis Craft, who will be available during business hours to answer questions, share information and attend community meetings at your request. Their information is provided below.
Deaon Smith
Blue Line Construction Liaison
As a Blue Line Construction Liaison, Deaon works to serve as a resource to businesses and communities throughout the construction process. For questions or concerns about the project, or to connect about engagement opportunities, email deaon.smith@indygo.net or call 317-296-3997.
Clarence Underwood
Blue Line Construction Community Outreach Coordinator
As a Blue Line Construction Community Outreach Coordinator, Clarence works to serve as a resource to businesses and communities throughout the construction process. For questions or concerns about the project, or to connect about engagement opportunities, email cunderwood@jqolusa.com or call 317-721-4633.
