If you have driven by the construction site on I-69 at the new interchange at 106th Street you have seen the crews are making progress to have everything in place by the end of this year.

Below is a detailed progress report from the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT):

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Walsh Construction plans overnight Interstate 69 lane closures tonight for overhead work on the new 106th Street bridges.

Beginning at 10 p.m., up to three right lanes of southbound I-69 will be closed.  Lane closures are expected to end before 6 a.m. on Thursday, Oct. 6.

Work is dependent on favorable weather, and construction schedules are subject to change.

Walsh recently poured the concrete deck on the bridge that will carry eastbound 106th Street traffic over I-69.  Weather permitting, the westbound bridge deck will be poured early Wednesday, Oct. 12.

Motorists are reminded that the speed limit near the construction zone at mile marker 204 is reduced to 55 mph and may be reduced to 45 mph during overnight working hours.  Motorists are advised to pay attention to work zone warning signs, follow posted speed limits, avoid distractions and drive sensibly near construction zones.

About the project

INDOT awarded a $21.7 million contract to Walsh Construction Company to build a two-lane, oval-shaped roundabout on 106th Street over I-69 and ramps to and from both directions of the interstate.

The project is intended to reduce congestion at existing I-69 interchanges at 96th and 116th streets, increase traffic safety in the area and provide direct interstate access at 106th Street.  Direct access will serve existing residential and commercial destinations and accommodate development and population growth in the area.

Access on 106th Street over I-69 will remain closed through construction of the new interchange.  The new I-69 Exit 204 to 106th Street is scheduled to open before the end of this year.