You can expect construction impacts from 2022 through 2024. Due to the size of the project, the work will take place in phases spread out across six construction areas along the Purple 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 on 38th Street will start near the State Fairgrounds in spring 2022 and move east. Work on the portion of 38th Street from Shadeland Avenue to Post Road will also be scheduled early in the project. Post Road and the section of 38th Street between Emerson Avenue and Shadeland Avenue are currently scheduled to be under construction towards the end of the project.
Construction Forecast
Purple Line construction is separated into six construction areas as shown on the segment-by-segment map below. Work is projected to start on 38th Street in Spring of 2022 and move east. This section is designed to give a three -week look-ahead of construction activity happening along the corridor and will be updated weekly once construction begins.
Happening Now:
- On or after July 1, roadway and pedestrian improvements will begin on the north half of the roadway. An east and westbound traffic lane will be open on the south half of the roadway.
- Construction on the inside lanes and median has begun, along with a change in traffic configuration. This work is scheduled for completion on or after July 14.
- Construction activities on South Coliseum Avenue are anticipated to be completed by July 1.
Happening Next:
- Work on interior lanes and median construction continues. This work is scheduled to complete on or after July 14.
Happening Now:
- Eastbound lanes on 38th Street from Fall Creek Parkway to Keystone Avenue are closed for roadway and pedestrian improvements and will remain closed through end of June. A westbound lane will be open. Eastbound traffic will be detoured via Fall Creek Parkway and Keystone Avenue. Access to southbound Sutherland Avenue will remain open via the Fall Creek Parkway and 38th Street intersection. Access to 38th street will be intermittently closed at various side streets on the south side of 38th Street as construction progresses. Adjacent streets will not be closed simultaneously. Local access to all residences and businesses will be maintained.
Happening Next:
- The eastbound lane and intermittent side street closures in this segment continue through the end of June.
- Roadway and pedestrian improvements continue on the north half of the roadway. An east and westbound traffic lane will be open on the south half of the roadway.
Happening Next:
- On or after July 11, westbound lanes will be closed from Keystone Avenue to Emerson Avenue for storm sewer construction and roadway improvements. An eastbound lane will be open. This closure is expected to last up to 130 days. Westbound traffic will be detoured via Emerson Avenue, 46th Street and Keystone Avenue. Adjacent streets will not be closed simultaneously. Local access to all residences and businesses will be maintained.
Segment currently not affected. Stay tuned for updates.
Happening Now:
- The outside eastbound and westbound lanes of 38th Street will be closed for roadway improvements. Intersecting streets and driveways will be closed intermittently as construction progresses. Adjacent streets will not be closed simultaneously.
Happening Next:
- The outside east and westbound lanes and intermittent side street closures in this segment continue.
Happening Now:
- Terminus station is under construction at the southeast corner of Wheeler Avenue and Rising Road. Construction is not expected to affect traffic.
- Wheeler Road is closed between Hawkins and 59th Street for roadway improvements. Rising Road will be closed from Lee Road to Buskirk Drive. This closure will last for approximately 30 days through the end of June. Access to all residences and businesses will be maintained during the closure, although drivers may need to use adjacent streets and parking lots to reach their destination.
Happening Next:
- The Wheeler Road and Rising Road closures continue through late June for roadway and pedestrian improvements.