Restrictions on US 40 starting on/after April 3 for culvert work, along with ongoing restrictions for bridge replacement project near Stilesville

HENDRICKS, PUTNAM COUNTY, Ind. – The Indiana Department of Transportation announces ongoing restrictions on U.S. 40, between County Road 700 W. and S. Co. Rd. 625 W., for a bridge replacement project near Stilesville, in Hendricks County. U.S. 40 will be down to two lanes. Traffic will be maintained by a temporary barrier wall. These restrictions will last through early November, weather permitting.

Then, starting on or after Monday, April 3, U.S. 40 will be restricted between Co. Rd. 725 E. and Co. Rd. 825 E. for culvert work, approximately 2.43 miles west of State Road 75, in Putnam County. U.S. 40 will be down to two lanes. Traffic will be maintained by a temporary barrier wall. These restrictions are expected to last through early November, weather permitting.

This contract was awarded to Milestone Contractors, LP for over $7.9 million. It also involves bridge work on U.S. 40 just east of S.R. 243, and culvert work at various locations. There will be future restrictions connected to this project. INDOT will provide updates prior to any closures or restrictions. The entire project is expected to be completed in November 2024, weather permitting.

INDOT reminds motorists to slow down, use caution and consider worker safety when traveling through a work zone.