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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.

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Work in this section is scheduled for mid-2026 through mid-2028.

 

Work in this section is scheduled for late 2025 through mid-2028.

 

 

 

 

 

Work in this section is scheduled for mid-2025 through late 2027.

The first major closure and detours for Blue Line construction will start Thursday, Aug. 14. Washington Street will be closed from Koehne Street to White River Parkway for approximately one month. This storm sewer construction will include a full closure on Washington Street at the intersection of Harding and Washington streets. See motorist detour map below.

The Blue Line is IndyGo’s third Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) line and will run 24 miles, connecting the Indianapolis International Airport to the Town of Cumberland via downtown Indianapolis along I-70, Holt Road and Washington Street. The line is scheduled to open for service in 2028. Once complete, it will offer faster, safer and more reliable service.

Northbound traffic will detour using Oliver and Belmont avenues and Washington Street. Southbound traffic will use Washington and West streets and Kentucky and Oliver avenues. Southbound trucks will follow Washington Street to West Street, then use I-70 to return to Harding Street.

Eastbound traffic will detour using Belmont Avenue to Michigan Street, then south on White River Parkway. Westbound traffic will detour using White River Parkway to Michigan Street, then south on Belmont Avenue.

Beginning on or after Aug. 14, the first major Blue Line construction closure will go into effect along Washington Street, between North White River Parkway and Belmont Avenue, for approximately six months. This closure is needed to construct new storm sewer trunk lines.

For the North White River Parkway to Belmont Avenue 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.

IndyGo is committed to supporting residents, businesses and neighborhoods along the corridor during construction through resources like our community toolkit, construction liaison and weekly virtual office hours. You can access these tools and receive the latest updates on the anticipated construction schedule, planned detours and other key details directly in your inbox by signing up for the Blue Line newsletter on our website here.

Learn more about the Blue Line here.

 

Work in this section is scheduled for early 2025 through mid-2026.

 

 

Work in this section is scheduled for mid-2025 through late 2026.

 

 

Work in this section is scheduled for late 2026 through late 2027.

 

 

Work in this section is scheduled for late 2025 through mid-2028.

Work in this section is scheduled for late 2025 through late 2026.

 

 

 

 

 

Work in this section is scheduled for late 2026 through late 2027.

 

 

 

 

Work in this section is scheduled for late 2027 through mid-2028.

 

 

 

Work in this section is scheduled for early 2025 through mid-2027.

Work in this section is scheduled for early 2025 through mid-2027.

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

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.

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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.

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