INDIANAPOLIS (February 5, 2019) – IndyGo Red Line contractors will be ramping up construction activity on the corridor to cut 4 months off the construction schedule.
The acceleration plan will
shorten the duration of Red Line construction and reduce the time that
residents experience inconveniences, allowing the Red Line to open by the end
of the summer.
Beginning Monday, February 11, as many as 20 construction crews will work
simultaneously along the 13-mile stretch to ensure construction is complete by
end of summer. Red Line construction includes utility, drainage, curb,
sidewalk, crosswalk, signal, pavement, and transit station work.
“We know the community is eager to see construction complete and have the Red Line up and operating,” said Mike Terry, president and CEO. “Acceleration means that this summer, transit service throughout the county will be more reliable and improve accessibility for all.”
Construction will continue in all corridors, and residents and commuters will notice added evening and weekend work. Additionally, beginning Monday, February 11, all street parking will be restricted from 38th to 66th on College to allow construction crews a safe and continuous work zone.
IndyGo invites the public to attend an upcoming Red Line open house.
Tuesday, February 19
Indianapolis Art Center, 820 E. 67th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46220
11am – 1pm
4pm – 6pm
When the Red Line opens, IndyGo will also improve local routes by 50% adding to the ability to move more easily and efficiently throughout the city. With more than 500 trips added in 2018, IndyGo has continued to see an increase in ridership. Weekly construction updates available online and through email at www.IndyGoRed.com and by calling 317-635-3344.
