Comments on the updated recommendation accepted through April 19
The recommended design for the I-70 and US 35 interchange is being updated as part of the Revive I-70 project. More robust improvements are now planned at the interchange. The modifications include a tight diamond interchange and two single-lane roundabouts. The updates will allow the existing loop ramps to be removed and eliminate weaving movements from entrance and exit ramps.
Initial recommendations at the interchange included only partial modifications to improve the acceleration and deceleration length of each ramp movement. The updated design is expected to better improve traffic flow and safety.
Roundabouts have been proven to greatly improve safety while also improving traffic flow. They reduce conflict points and serious injury crashes. They’re designed in accordance with modern design standards that accommodate commercial trucks and emergency vehicles and the need for wide turning space.
Impacts are also reduced with the design modification.
Impacts Update
| Right-of-Way | Reduced to 0.06 acre for the entire project. |
| Streams | There is no change in the impact. |
| Wetlands | There is no change in the impact. |
| Cultural Resources | No change. There are no impacts. |
| Protected Species | IPAC determination will be updated. |
| Farmland | Reduced to no impact. |
| Noise | No change. There are no sensitive receptors in the vicinity of the interchange. |
| Permits | No change. |
Comments Accepted
The public can share any comments or questions it has about the design update. Comments on the interchange modification will be accepted through Friday, April 19.
Written comments may be submitted to Parsons, 101 West Ohio Street, Suite 2121, Indianapolis, IN 46204, Attn.: Berry Craig. Comments can be shared online at ReviveI70.com or via email to berry.craig@parsons.com. Comments can also be shared through INDOT4U channels (1-855-INDOT4U or INDOT4U.com). Be sure to mention Revive I-70 when reaching out to INDOT4U.
Next Steps
Revive I-70 is divided into three contracts for project delivery. Contract 1 includes the eastern portion of the project area and extends from west of US 35 to the Ohio state line. Contract 1 includes added travel lanes, pavement replacement and the interchange modifications at US 35 and US 40.
Bids are expected to be received this spring and construction is expected to start in late 2024.
