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Blue Line Construction Updates and Motorist Detours
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. To learn more about construction that may impact your trip along Washington Street, check out the segment-by-segment map below. Click on the area that impacts you to read important detour and construction information.
Work in this section is scheduled for late-2026 through 2028.
*Last updated July 2026.
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On Washington Street from Rockville Road to Alton Avenue, eastbound and westbound traffic will use the northern lanes as storm sewer construction continues.
On Washington Street from Alton Avenue to Tibbs Avenue, eastbound and westbound traffic will use the southern lanes as storm sewer construction continues.
On or after Sept. 14, there will be no westbound traffic between Rockville Road and Belmont Avenue. Westbound traffic will be detoured onto North White River Parkway, west onto Michigan Street, then south onto Holt Road to access Washington Street.
Eastbound access will be maintained in a single lane during construction.
*Last updated September 2026.
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On or after Sept. 12, westbound traffic along Washington Street will reopen between Belmont Avenue and Harding Street. Washington Street closed between Belmont Avenue and Harding Street for storm sewer construction.
For the Belmont Avenue to Harding Street closure, westbound lanes will be closed to through traffic. Motorists driving westbound will detour south on Harding Street to I-70 West and take the Holt Road exit and travel north on Holt Road. A single eastbound lane will remain open during construction, maintaining local access to residences and businesses along this portion of Washington Street.
Pedestrians will have crosswalk availability throughout construction, but full accessibility won’t be available until tentatively March 2026.
Work on the Harding Street Station is underway.
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Expect occasional flagging crews as construction work continues at the future Harding Street Station.
*Last updated September 2026.
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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.
The northern eastbound lane is closed to the approach of the Maryland and West streets intersection. This closure will remain in place for the duration of the project. One left turn lane is maintained for motorists.
The inside westbound and eastbound lanes are barreled off from South White River Parkway to West Street for construction of the future Zoo Station and White River State Park stations. Up to two eastbound and westbound lanes will be maintained during construction.
*Last updated September 2026.
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Eastbound traffic should use the southern lanes and westbound traffic should use the northern lanes between Davidson Street and Southeastern Avenue.
Construction is underway for the future Park Avenue Station.
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On or after Oct. 1, work will begin on the Southeastern Station. The inside eastbound and westbound lanes will be closed to traffic just west and east of the intersection for construction activity.
*Last updated September 2026.
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From Southeastern to State avenues, Washington Street is closed to eastbound traffic for storm sewer construction and sidewalk and pavement restoration. Westbound access will be maintained in a single lane during construction.
*Last updated September 2026
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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.
From State to Emerson avenues, Washington Street is closed to eastbound traffic for storm and sanitary sewer construction. Eastbound traffic is being detoured via south on State Street, east onto Southeastern Avenue, northeast onto English Avenue, then north onto Emerson Avenue to access Washington Street.
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On Washington Street from Pleasant Run Parkway to Emerson avenues, lane closures will be set up for sanitary and sewer construction beginning on or after Sept. 14.
A minimum of one lane will be accessible in each direction during construction. Eastbound traffic will continue to be detoured via south onto State Street, east onto Southeastern Avenue, northeast onto English Avenue, then north onto Emerson Avenue to access Washington Street.
*Last updated September 2026.
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On or after Nov. 1, Washington Street will be closed to eastbound traffic between Emerson and Ritter avenues for storm sewer construction. Westbound access will be maintained in a single lane during construction. Construction is expected to last approximately 160 days.
NOTE: Construction will stop in the Irvington neighborhood from Oct. 1 to Oct. 31 between Ritter Avenue and Ridgeview Drive.
Watch a recording of the Sept. 3, 2026 Irvington Community Meeting here.
*Last updated September 2026.
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Work in this section is scheduled for 2027.
NOTE: Construction will stop in the Irvington neighborhood from Oct. 1 to Oct. 31 between Ritter Avenue and Ridgeview Drive.
Watch a recording of the Sept. 3, 2026 Irvington Community Meeting here.
*Last updated September 2026.
Work in this section is scheduled for late 2027 through mid-2028.
NOTE: Construction will stop in the Irvington neighborhood from Oct. 1 to Oct. 31 between Ritter Avenue and Ridgeview Drive.
Watch a recording of the Sept. 3, 2026 Irvington Community Meeting here.
*Last updated September 2026.
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From Shadeland Avenue to Post Road there are intermittent lane restrictions for sidewalk, curb ramp and station construction for the future Sadlier Drive, Franklin Road and Fenton Avenue stations. The inside eastbound and westbound lanes are being restricted for construction activity. Construction on center median lanes are in progress and closed to traffic.
Pavement improvements and markings are ongoing.
*Last updated September 2026.
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From Post Road to Woodlark Drive, 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. Motorists can expect an influx of construction vehicles in the areas due to curb construction.
Two intersections along Washington Street – Cherry Tree Plaza and Mitthoeffer Road – are under construction for pedestrian and traffic signal installation.
Pavement improvements and markings are ongoing.
*Last updated September 2026.
Blue Line Construction Open Houses
IndyGo 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.