IndyGo will host a series of public information meetings starting next week ahead of construction on the Blue Line, the city’s third bus rapid transit route.
The project is estimated to cost $387 million and is expected to debut in 2028.
What is the Blue Line?
The Blue Line will run 24 miles and connect the Indianapolis International Airport to the town of Cumberland via downtown Indianapolis along I-70, Holt Road and Washington Street.
IndyGo says the project will bring infrastructure improvements to Washington Street, including new traffic signals, upgraded sidewalks and curb ramps that meet Americans with Disabilities Act standards. Construction will also include 7.5 miles of storm sewers to improve water quality.
When will construction start?
An IndyGo spokesperson said construction is expected to begin in the next two months. IndyGo has separated Blue Line construction into 12 segments. Work will start along Washington Street on the east side from Cumberland to Sadlier Drive and downtown from the Julia M. Carson Transit Center to the Indianapolis Zoo.
Construction is expected to be completed in 2028.
Road closures and detours
Temporary road closures will begin this summer. A map of expected road closures and detours can be found here.
Will my bus route change?
IndyGo said bus stops and route changes will occur when necessary for rider and construction worker safety.
When construction must occur next to bus stops, those stops may need to be relocated or temporarily closed. Temporary stops will be provided wherever possible. IndyGo will provide communication about stop closures or relocations and bus route detours through email, on-route announcements and social media.
How can I find out more?
Indianapolis residents are encouraged to sign up for IndyGo’s Blue Line newsletter, which will provide weekly construction updates.
IndyGo will also host a series of public meetings ahead of construction.
IndyGo representatives will provide details about construction planning and traffic impacts. IndyGo will provide maps showing anticipated bus route impacts and detour information.
The meetings will be in an open house format.
The following in-person meetings will be from noon to 2 p.m. and 5-7 p.m.
- Ball State University CAP: INDY, 25 N. Pine St. on Feb. 10
- IndyGo West Campus Boardroom, 1501 W. Washington St. on Feb. 11
- Cumberland Town Hall, 11501 E. Washington St. on Feb. 12
- Irvington Development Organization, 5855 E. Washington St. on Feb. 13
There is also a virtual meeting at 5:30 p.m. Feb. 17. Register online.
Mirror Indy reporter Darian Benson covers east Indianapolis. Contact her at 317-397-7262 or darian.benson@mirrorindy.org. Follow her on X @HelloImDarian or on Bluesky @darianbenson.bsky.social.
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