Gov. Beshear Invites Kentuckians to ORX Community Celebration in Henderson
One Step Closer to the Crossing ribbon cutting and community walk planned for Monday, Nov. 3 After three years of major infrastructure improvements, work on Section 1 of the Ohio River Crossing in Henderson is coming to a close. Gov. Andy Beshear and state and local leaders will cut the ribbon on the monumental project […]
Beams to be Set on Second ORX Approach Bridge
Short-term rolling closures to occur in November to transport beams Nearly 50 additional large, concrete beams will be delivered and set in November for another bridge that is part of Section 3 of the I-69 Ohio River Crossing (ORX), the approach work in Evansville. The 48 concrete beams range in length from 134 feet to […]
ORX Quarterly Connection – Fall 2025
Work is nearly complete! Construction in Henderson will wrap up soon. The two+ miles of new roadway between US 41 and US 60, the new US 60 interchange, and full operation of the US 41 interchange are expected to open in the coming weeks. Two additional ramps at the US 41 interchange will facilitate movement […]
Bi-State Development Agreement Clears Way for I-69 Bridge Project Connecting Henderson and Evansville
Kentucky will lead construction, procurement and financing The Kentucky Public Transportation Infrastructure Authority (KPTIA) took action today to move forward with the new I-69 bridge project that will connect Henderson, Kentucky, and Evansville, Indiana. KPTIA authorized a financial plan for Section 2 of the I-69 Ohio River Crossing and approved a resolution to enter into […]
ORX Quarterly Connection – May 2025
Work in Henderson will be complete this year. The new interchange at US 60 is expected to open late this summer. It includes three roundabouts. The two roundabouts to the west provide access on and off I-69 and carry traffic east and west along US 60. The eastern roundabout connects Tillman Bethel Road with US […]
Get Up to Date on ORX at Tri-Fest in Henderson
Visit with Project Team members from Henderson and Evansville Significant progress can be seen on both sides of the river as work continues on the I-69 Ohio River Crossing (ORX). The ORX team will have a booth at Tri-Fest in downtown Henderson this weekend, and Project Team members will be available to answer questions and […]