The I-69 Ohio River Crossing has reached another major milestone with ground broken
on Section 3, signifying the start of work in Indiana. Section 3 includes some of the
approach roadways and bridges. Crews will be building all-weather construction access
to build the future I-69 bridge.
Governor Eric J. Holcomb, Indiana Department of Transportation Commissioner Mike
Smith, and local leaders were on hand for the September 17 event at the site of the future
I-69 Ohio River Crossing.
“This is another day to remember for all Hoosiers,” said Gov. Holcomb. “Today signifies a
key milestone toward completing the most direct, safe, and efficient connection between
Evansville and Henderson. This additional crossing will open the door to limitless new
opportunities for transportation, economic and community development projects.”
“We know how important this future I-69 bridge is to Evansville and the surrounding
region,” said INDOT Commissioner Mike Smith. “Indiana has led the way in investing in
I-69. Last month, we made the vital connection between Evansville and Indianapolis a
reality and crossed the I-69 Finish Line, making it even more fitting that we’re here today,
taking the first steps toward completing another key connection.”
The $202 million dollar project is fully funded and includes the approach roadways and
bridges that will provide construction access to the river to build the future I-69 bridge.
The approach work is expected to be completed by late 2026, setting the stage for
construction of the new I-69 bridge to begin in 2027.
Significant progress continues in Henderson with the approach work in Kentucky 65%
complete. Crews are on track to have construction 75% complete by the end of this year
and substantially complete by late 2025.
The three roundabouts at KY 351/2nd Street are open to traffic in a single-lane,
temporary configuration. All three roundabouts are expected to open in their final
configuration with two lanes of traffic open by late this year. Educational efforts will
continue to make sure that drivers are ready for the change.
Several outreach efforts, including a public meeting earlier this summer, have helped
ensure drivers are Roundabout Ready. Students at Henderson County High School
recently showed they’re Roundabout Ready. The students collected canned goods for the Tri-State Food bank and made a roundabout out of the many items collected!
