Lane and shoulder closures planned on U.S. 31 in Howard and Tipton counties for cable barrier installation

Sunday, April 6, 2025 at 3:51 PM

By Staff report

The Indiana Department of Transportation announces lane and shoulder closures on U.S. 31 starting or after Wednesday, April 9, for installation of median cable barrier in Howard and Tipton counties.

Inside lane and shoulder closures will occur between S.R. 26 and S.R. 28, progressing from north to south as work is completed.

Installation will continue further south on U.S. 31 later this year, ending near I-465 in Carmel.

U.S. 31 paving in Hamilton County

On or after Monday, April 21, milling and paving work will begin on U.S. 31 in Hamilton County. Work will take place between 116th Street in Carmel and 216th Street, just north of S.R. 38.

Motorists can expect overnight lane and ramp closures once work begins. Closures are scheduled between 9 p.m. and 5 a.m. each night. Paving work is anticipated to be complete in July.

Overpass construction and limited access upgrades in Hamilton County

Overpass construction is expected to begin this year on U.S. 31 to improve safety and reduce crashes between S.R. 38 and 286th Street. Work is planned as follows and will include intermittent lane closures on U.S. 31 and closures of adjacent county roads:
Starting summer 2025: Overpass construction at 226th Street (upon completion of Englewood Road connection)
Starting late 2025/early 2026: Overpass construction at 266th Street.
Additional work along U.S. 31 is scheduled in 2026, including right-in, right-out conversion (right turns only) at 286th Street, and cul-de-sac construction at 216th, 246th, and 256th streets. Demolition work and drive removal will occur through next year.

Additional details related to schedule will be shared at a later date. More information about U.S. 31 limited access upgrades can be found here.

INDOT reminds drivers to slow down, use extra caution, and avoid distractions in and near work zones. All work is weather-dependent, and schedules are subject to change.