U.S. 30 is likely to be upgraded to freeway standards in the next 10 years, so now’s the time for local residents to get together and offer their input. That’s what a consultant working with the statewide U.S. 30 Coalition told residents during an informational meeting Wednesday in Hamlet.
J-Turn Intersection Draws Concerns from Argos Residents, Elected Officials
A proposal to add J-turn intersections to U.S. 31 drew an overflow crowd to the Argos Town Hall Tuesday. Officials with the Indiana Department of Transportation say that adding J-turn intersections at State Road 10 and State Road 110 would significantly improve safety.
Public Hearing Tonight for Intersection Improvement
Officials from the Indiana Department of Transportation will be hosting a public hearing tonight to gather comments on the proposed J-turn intersection on U.S. 31 at State Road 10 and State Road 110 in Marshall County. An open house is set for 6 p.m. with the formal presentation at 6:30 p.m. at the Argos Town Hall, 201 W. Walnut Street.
According to INDOT, J-turn intersections enhance safety by preventing direct crossing and left turn movements. These types of intersections are generally limited to locations where the main road has four or more through lanes divided by a median. They are meant to improve the ability of traffic to cross a multilane divided highway from a crossroad, and reduce the number of traffic signal phases.
INDOT to Suspend Construction Projects for Memorial Day Travel
The Indiana Department of Transportation will be suspending road work over the weekend to make things a bit easier for Memorial Day travelers. INDOT has asked its contractors to pull back barriers and barricades as much as possible to handle increased traffic. However, some restrictions will remain in place in certain construction areas. Continue reading
INDOT Plans Open House to Discuss Transportation Projects
The Indiana Department of Transportation wants your input on some of the projects it’s planning for the coming years. Comments are being taken on the Statewide Transportation Improvement Program. Continue reading
Plymouth Board of Works Updated on Street Projects
The Plymouth Board of Works got an update Monday on a few street projects taking place in the city. Continue reading
Amtrak to Resume Providing Equipment, On-Board Services for Hoosier State Train
The Hoosier State passenger train will once again be using Amtrak equipment starting next month. The train runs between Chicago and Indianapolis, with stops in Dyer, Rensselaer, Lafayette, and Crawfordsville. Continue reading
Hickory Road Bridge Replacement Preparations Continue
Preparations for the Hickory Road Bridge replacement project continue to move ahead. Laurie Johnson with engineering firm DLZ told the Marshall County Commissioners Monday the paperwork on the final right-of-way parcel was expected by the end of this week. Continue reading
Marshall County Commissioners Updated on Hickory Road Bridge Replacement
The Hickory Road bridge replacement is moving closer to getting underway. Continue reading
Marshall County Updates Prepayment Policies, Ordinance Violation Bureau
Marshall County has updated its prepayment policies to make it easier for the county’s Highway Department to pay the local share of matching grants. Continue reading
Culver Bike Plan Presented
A plan for bike trails in the Culver area was presented during last week’s town council meeting. The Troyer Group has been working for over six months to put together a master plan for bike and pedestrian facilities. Continue reading
Railroad Crossing Repairs Scheduled in Bremen
A portion of State Road 331 in Marshall County will be closed for the next week or so to accommodate railroad crossing repairs. Starting today the road will be shut down between U.S. 6 and State Road 106 in Bremen so CSX Railroad Company can replace and repair the crossing surface. Continue reading
Plymouth Street and Sidewalk Projects to Start Today, Other Projects Continue
Plymouth’s fall street and sidewalk projects are set to get underway today. Parking restrictions may be in effect on Washington, Alexander, and Ewing Streets at various times while work is taking place. Continue reading
Plymouth Fall Street and Sidewalk Work to Take Place in Coming Weeks
Plymouth’s fall street and sidewalk projects will soon be getting underway. Continue reading
Rail Safety Week Declared in Indiana
It’s Rail Safety Week in Indiana, following a declaration from Governor Mike Pence. Indiana State Police and the Indiana Department of Transportation are working with local police and railroads to raise awareness of the dangers of disobeying railroad crossing laws, as well as trespassing on railroad property. Continue reading
Plymouth Official Hopes INDOT Project Could Lead to Intersection Upgrades
The Indiana Department of Transportation is planning to repave State Road 17 through Plymouth in the near future, and one Board of Works member hopes that will mean some upgrades for the city’s intersections. Mike Delp has been calling for INDOT to add crosswalks at the intersection of Michigan and Baker Streets, after a resident complained to the board earlier this year about the difficulty of crossing Michigan Street on foot. Continue reading
Most Road Work Suspended for Memorial Day Weekend, Some Restrictions Remain
The Indiana Department of Transportation is suspending most construction work on area highways over the Memorial Day weekend. INDOT spokesman Doug Moats says work on interstate highways and other major corridors will stop today at noon. It will pick up again Tuesday morning. Continue reading
Challenges Arise for Plymouth Pedestrian Facilities
Improvements to Plymouth’s pedestrian facilities were discussed during Monday’s Board of Works Meeting. City Engineer Rick Gaul gave board members an update on Plymouth’s Safe Routes to School project. Continue reading
Hoosiers Urged to Keep Campaign Signs a Safe Distance from Roadways
Political candidates and their supporters are being reminded to keep campaign signs a safe distance away from roadways. The Indiana Department of Transportation says the signs should be kept away from intersections, interchanges, and the rights of way alongside roadways. Continue reading
Michigan Road between LaPaz and Plymouth to Close for Bridge Demolition
Those using Michigan Road to travel between the LaPaz and Plymouth areas will need to find another route starting later this week. Michigan Road will be closed just south of U.S. 6 for several months, starting at 8 a.m. Friday. Continue reading
