INDOT awarded the nearly $362.5 million contract to the Walsh Group, Crider & Crider, Rieth-Riley joint venture in summer 2024. Pavement patching from west of Centerville to US 35 is scheduled in November and December 2024. Contract 1 construction is expected to begin in early 2025.
I-70 is currently four lanes, two in each direction. A third lane will be added in each direction from west of US 35 to the Ohio state line.
Widening work will happen inside existing lanes utilizing the grass median.
Significant changes to the US 35 and US 40 interchanges will improve safety and mobility.
Bids from interested contractor teams are expected in spring 2025. Construction is expected to start in fall 2025.
Specific improvements are being developed. Bids from interested contractor teams are expected in 2027.