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Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) updates for East Central Indiana, including Indianapolis. Our goals: Safety, mobility and economic growth.

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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
6 months
No this isn't Photoshopped..this is I-465.
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@INDOTEast
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5 years
The last barrel on I-70 EB is gone! BOTH EB and WB are completely open to traffic🙌🏼🙌🏼
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
4 years
Welcome to the Hoosier Hoops Highway! We are dressing up our interstates for @marchmadness . Be on the lookout for these new signs throughout the whole month, they are going up this week! More info:
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@INDOTEast
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3 months
📍Marion County The I-465 southbound lanes between I-70 and I-65 are reopened!
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
5 years
I-465 SB/WB is COMPLETELY OPEN‼️ Thanks for your hard work @rieth_riley !
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
4 years
In case you missed the @BlueAngels flyover...here’s our view from the closed I-70 EB at I-465. Front row seat!
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
5 years
CONTEST🎁: Want to visit the full closure on I-465?? We will pick TWO winners to come visit and see what we are up to. HOW TO ENTER: 1️⃣ Follow @INDOTEast on Twitter 2️⃣ Like and retweet this post 3️⃣ Complete steps 1 & 2 by 9 a.m. Monday, August 19 GOOD LUCK!!
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
4 years
Today, work stopped on I-70 EB as our crews paid respects to fallen @IMPDnews officer Breann Leath as her casket was escorted to Crown Hill Cemetery. Prayers to her family.
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
5 years
Take a look at this ball of 🔥We are so lucky to have great partners in @IFD_NEWS @IndStatePolice that helped put the fire out so quickly. Because of their work, no major structural damage was sustained on the bridge. I-465 SB to I-70 EB is still closed 🚫. Stay tuned.
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
5 years
Hey! Guess what? We are opening I-465 EB/NB RIGHT NOW!
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
5 years
Today, INDOT is helping @INGuardsman to deliver supplies to hospitals and county health departments. @IndStatePolice will be escorting these vehicles to their destinations.
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
5 years
Last truck is being loaded and they are heading out! Now we are confirming delivery this afternoon. @IndStatePolice @INGuardsman @StateHealthIN
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
3 years
A big THANK YOU to all our hard working plow drivers. They are still out there in a full call as we work to clear snow that’s still falling in most areas of Central Indiana.
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
5 years
I-465 EB/ NB IS COMPLETELY OPEN🙌🏼
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
8 years
When @INDOT has resources to help, we go to work. Crews clearing streets today @CityofKokomo #KokomoStrong
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
5 years
We had 4️⃣ dump trucks out helping Pendleton today. If they look familiar, it’s because they usually carry salt during the winter ❄️
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
4 years
INDOT.....Assemble. We are ready for snow!
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
5 years
TO THOSE WONDERING: No construction work will take place after NOON on Friday on Indianapolis interstates. That means: - NO lane closures - NO full closures - NO restrictions for #INDY500
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
4 years
Teamwork .. that is the word that describes this litter pickup. @IMPDnews @IndStatePolice @horizonhousein and @INDOT worked together to make this happen. Take a look at the time lapse below!!
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
5 years
This little guy 🦉was found out on I-69 near Noblesville by one of our contractors. He’s in good hands now after animal services was called. They are helping treat him. Whoooo says we just construct roads? 🧐
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
4 years
Each of these vehicles lined up to be sent across the state with supplies today. We will keep helping as long as the #COVID19 virus is threatening Hoosiers. #INThisTogether @IndStatePolice @INGuardsman @StateHealthIN
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
4 years
Our litter crews saved this puppy on the side of the road. One of the crew members took him home and will get him checked for a microchip ASAP. Thanks for saving his life!🐶💕
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
4 years
Removing the last barrels and welcoming vehicles onto I-70 EB after a 30 day full closure! I-70 EB is OPEN‼️
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
5 years
SURPRISE!! I-70 EB is OPENING AS WE SPEAK...EARLY!!
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
4 years
It may seem counterintuitive ... but these grooves actually will make I-70 EB a smoother ride. 😎It’s the 1️⃣st time we are using this technique in Indiana. Can’t wait for you to try it....TONIGHT. That’s right...I-70 EB is OPENING EARLY. 🙌🏼🍾
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
5 years
Loading up an INDOT vehicle for delivery to @HealthHoco . State Troopers will assist with getting the materials to the correct location.
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
5 years
🚧I-70 WESTBOUND IS OPEN🚧 The barrels are coming down!
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
8 years
#ChirpChirp #SantaStopsIN at his alma mater @BallState . @INDOT is coming to town in 2017 for a few bridge projects @CityofMuncie
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
4 years
It's #HawkWatchFriday and watching over her babies AND our full closure on I-70 is **SANDY HAWKINS** Thank you to everyone who voted. Now it's time to name the babies.
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
3 years
🚨TRAFFIC ALERT🚨 We are shutting down the ramp from Keystone WB to I-465 WB. Crews are on the way to assess and repair a hole in the road.
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
4 years
#HawkWatchFriday ... There's a lot of shall we say, drama, in this video. Watch until the end.
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
4 years
If you’re traveling on I-70 near downtown at West St, you’ll see @IndyDT tribute to fallen @IMPDnews officer Breann Leath. Thank you for your service.
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
5 years
Hello little possum friend! He’s enjoying the full closure and no threat of cars 😂
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
4 years
CHEESE 📸One of our curious hawk babies couldn't stop looking right at the camera today. Who has name ideas? They are getting their feathers!! 🪶🪶 #HawkWatchFriday
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
4 years
Did you know 🤔 when we stripe, we add little glass balls to the paint? If you look close, you can see them. That makes the stripe reflective at night. Stripes are down on I-70 EB...getting closer!!
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
3 years
The hole is patched! After about 15 hours of work, crews were able to clean up and fix the hole. The ramp from Allisonville Rd to I-465 WB should open soon.
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
2 years
❗️I-70 EB is now open❗️ As of early this morning, the I-70 EB lanes reopened!
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
4 years
“Essential” is not something we take lightly. It’s our job to keep the roads maintained and safe for Hoosiers who have to travel to help fight #COVID19 . In return, help keep us safe and slow down. This hard hat belongs to one of our workers struck this week. Use it as a reminder.
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
5 years
THE REAL DEAL: I-70 WB is COMPLETELY OPEN from the South Split to I-465🙌🏼🙌🏼 Safe travels! (Especially our @Gen_Con friends)
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
5 years
Believe it or not...but I-70WB is OPEN EARLY. Here are the first few cars to drive on the interstate!
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
7 years
Brooks School Road Bridge Now Open Over Interstate 69 in @FishersIN @DriveFishers #NextLevelRoads #I69MM2020
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
5 years
ROADWAY RESCUE 🐱 An @INDOTEast crew was out clearing a drain when they found this kitten in a tire along I-70. They rescued her from the interstate and she is heading home with one of her rescuers. ❤️ #KeepingALLHoosiersSafe
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
4 years
Any takers? I-70 EB is OPEN Harding moving East. Try it out on your way home! Great job @rieth_riley !
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
4 years
Remember the tanker explosion? Seems like a year ago. We have crews on I-465 SB to I-70 EB doing a permanent fix on the bridge. It will be closed until 5/22.
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
5 years
Hey .... us again. We have another full closure to remind you about ... I-465 EB/NB will be CLOSED from I-65 to I-70 starting Friday at 9 p.m. This section will be closed for 1️⃣5️⃣ days. MORE INFO:
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
4 years
Snow is NOT on the way... but our #YellowTrucks are on the road delivering vital PPE supplies around the state. Give them some room on the road!
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
5 years
After sandblasting and double checking for damage, crews cleared and OPENED the ramp from I-465 SB to I-70 EB.
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
8 years
⚠️ @INDOT crews from @CityofKokomo unit out clearing debris from state routes for emergency responders @IDHS @howardcountygov @KokomoPolice
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
5 years
I-70 EB is still CLOSED after a tanker fire. The ramp from I-465 SB to I-70 EB is also closed.
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
5 years
Don’t mind us...we’re just opening I-465 SB/WB. I-65 interchange ✅ Emerson Ave ✅
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
9 years
One of INDOT's new tow plows in action on I-69. Do not try to pass when all lanes are blocked! #indotwinterops
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
4 years
We are people too. With families and loved ones to go home to. Help us in our effort to make sure we all go home at the end of the day. #workzonesafety
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
5 years
Flood crews are out! ⬇️ this is on I-70 earlier today. This vehicle helps vacuum out debris in clogged drains. Let us know if you see water starting to pool on the interstates! And as always, MOVE OVER for crews on the road.
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
8 years
"Place an order for, shall we say, one Mighty Max, one Junior Spitfire, and a long-range Tornado 375 Turbo... for immediate delivery."
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
5 years
An early Christmas present!🎄
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
5 years
You’ve heard right! All lanes on I-65 SB are OPEN from the North Split all the way to I-465! Full closure is OVER!
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
4 years
We showed you a before....here’s an after. - 13 bridge decks - countless concrete patches - multiple bridge joints I-70 EB from the North Split to I-465 opens TONIGHT.
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
4 years
#HappyMothersDay to all the moms out there! Thank you to everyone driving safe and doing their part to keep us safe on the roads. 💕🌷
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
5 years
This is going around tonight and we couldn’t have said it better ourselves. This is the way⬇️
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
4 years
A new sign for a new law. This is on I-70 WB right on the Ohio State Line. Law begins TODAY. #HandsFreeIN #ArriveAlive
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
4 years
The SR 37 and 126th Street interchange is now open!! It looks great, @rieth_riley @DriveFishers ! Here’s a little before/after for you.
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
5 years
CONSTRUCTION IS OFFICIALLY OVER (for the season in Indianapolis) Read about all of the finished projects here:
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
7 years
Our men and women across east central Indiana have spent countless hours and time away from family to keep our roads clear. #ThankYou
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
4 years
To end Work Zone Safety Week... here’s a special message from @TheButlerBlue . Be safe out there! #WZSAW
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
8 years
New I-69 Interchange Opening TODAY at #106thStreet @FishersIN @DriveFishers
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
4 years
SOOO chatty this morning! What do you think they are saying? Also, it is almost time to leave the nest .. we will see if the babies are still there next week on #HawkWatchFriday .
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
6 years
Permanent patching has started on I-69 SB near mm 227. Crews will be working in the LEFT lane until 6am tomorrow. Take it slow and give them room to work!
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
5 years
While some can stay inside, we can’t. We still have crews on the road working to keep roads safe for Hoosiers who do have to travel. We had three INDOT workers hit on I-70 EB today. Two were transported to the hospital. Slow down. Pay attention. Save lives.
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
4 years
Day ☀️ and night 🌙⭐️ we are working on I-70 EB and now WB from the North Split to I-465. Take a look at some of the concrete work being done.
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@INDOTEast
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5 years
Waving the American Flag over I-465 to remember those lost on 9/11. Thank you. #NeverForget #911Anniversary
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
5 years
UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE: I-69 Exit 219 (SR 38) is CLOSED. SR 38 E into Pendleton is also closed at this time. @IndStatePolice is asking people to stay away from the Pendleton area.
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
5 years
Please don't attempt to enter our full closure on I-465 SB/WB. It is not Area 51. There are no aliens. 👽 It will reopen by MONDAY morning!!
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
4 years
Our little lucky charm 🍀 Meet Lucky. He was found by our littler crews on the side of the road this weekend. One of the crew members brought him home and named him Lucky. Happy St. Patrick’s Day!
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
3 years
A look at the new structure in the @NorthSplit ! This will be the new I-65 SB to I-70 EB. You can see it is a lot higher than the current bridges.
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
5 years
If you haven’t heard... ALL LANES on I-69 NB & SB are OPEN from mm219-234!! Happy Holidays... ❤️, @INDOTEast
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
3 years
📣EXCITING NEWS📣 I-70 EB is completely open to traffic near SR 9. Construction is COMPLETE in the area. But…there will be crews in the area removing barrier wall on I-70 WB this week. Please watch out for them!
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
5 years
I-65 NB is now OPEN! Crews got the interstate open about 10 hours early. Watch for them as they move barrels away.
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
8 years
On site as crews continue partial demolition of Rockville Rd bridge over NB I-465, have made impressive progress overnight! @RiethRileyIN
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
5 years
The tanker is off the bridge. We are sweeping the bridge deck, then will assess damage. That means: I-465 SB to I-70 EB is STILL CLOSED on the east side. 🚫
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
4 years
Honoring one of our own. 🖤 David “Fletch” Fletcher served the public through INDOT for 35 years. He will always be a part of our Albany Subdistrict and we will miss him.
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
4 years
From a Galaxy Far, Far, Away (or just across Indiana), we'd like to wish you a Happy #StarWarsDay ! And since #Yoda said it .. you should obey. #MayThe4thBeWithYou
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
4 years
#HawkWatchFriday is here! Momma is gone today ... probably checking out our closure below her nest on I-70 EB. Watch for voting MONDAY for a name!!
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
5 years
.⁦ @blue ⁩ is just as excited as we are to kick off Work Zone Safety Week. #GoColts @Colts #NWZAW
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
4 years
It's Monday morning and some INDOT employees are picking up their hard hats and heading out on the roads. Please keep them safe, just as they are trying to keep you safe on the roads! SLOW DOWN. #INThisTogether #WorkZoneSafety
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
5 years
A look at the crash shutting down I-465 EB near Keystone Ave. The interstate will be shut down for another 4 hours as extensive cleanup happens.
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
5 years
🚨ALSO NOT SAFE 🚨 Do NOT go around plows on the left. Cars were half in live traffic & close to the plow in the ramp lane. These plows are out clearing roads to keep you SAFE. You never know what’s in the shoulder or the lane next to you. It’s worse in dark and while snowing.
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
4 years
Many of you have seen our new @INDOTEast resident on I-70 ... meet our Hawk. So you can catch up with her ... we present #HawkWatchFriday . Because everyone could use a little bit of good news. We are currently taking name suggestions.
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
5 years
This ⬇️ is not safe. 1. Clear off your windshields, front and back! 2. Clean off snow ❄️ from the top of your vehicles, help us keep the roads safe and clear!
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
5 years
🚨BIG NEWS 🚨 The Ditch Road bridge over I-465 will reopen TONIGHT‼️ MORE:
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
4 years
The reopening continues!! I-70 EB is open from I-465 to the South Split. 🚧
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
5 years
We are doing our part to get essential items to Hoosiers. Take a look at a new emergency permit...
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
4 years
Trucks are lined up and ready to go for this evening. Stay off the roads if you can and be safe! ❄️ #INDOTWinterOps
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
3 years
Welcome to our new Hoosier Helper vehicles! We have started a partnership with @GEICO . Look for the new trucks on the interstate helping anyone who needs it.
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
5 years
A overhead look at the bridge after yesterday’s fire. TODAY: we will be closing a lane on the bridge for guardrail repair. Please be careful of our crews on the road❗️
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
5 years
Usually we'd be sending out a weekend construction update on Thursday ... BUT NOT TODAY. There will be NO construction work in Marion County (or on 69 through Anderson) for the Labor Day Holiday.
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
5 years
Here is a look inside the I-65 SB closure between the South Split and Keystone Ave. A lot of new pavement and joint repair is done! Can’t wait to open it on Monday!
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
5 years
Tow plows are out! We have 3️⃣ out in the district. Give them PLENTY of room!
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@INDOTEast
INDOT East Central
4 years
Many of you have asked...why close I-70 EB for 3️⃣0️⃣ days?? Well...here’s one reason...out of 5,500 square yards. That’s how much concrete patching we have to do. And it takes time! Keep in mind...we are doing all this work in 30 days that was supposed to take 7 months.
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4 years
A sign of hope outside our New Castle unit. 🦅 #INThisTogether #backontrackindiana
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