October 9, 2024

Nickel Plate Trail construction to temporarily close 65th, 82nd streets  

INDIANAPOLIS – Upcoming work on the Nickel Plate Trail will result in two short-term closures along the construction path on the city’s northeast side. 

East 65th Street is expected to close on Oct. 14 and is expected to remain closed for up to 14 days.  

East 82nd Street is expected to close on Oct. 15 and is expected to remain closed for up to 12 days. 

Local access will be maintained. 

“We understand construction is disruptive, but we believe this will be a treasured public asset for generations to come,” Indy DPW Director Brandon Herget said. “This project will connect the State Fairgrounds, Fall Creek, Monon Trail, Castleton and Hamilton County. Overall, this will make our infrastructure more accessible, strengthen our community, and improve transportation for Indianapolis residents and visitors.” 

Detour Details: 

• 65th Street: 
• If you’re heading east, you’ll be redirected south on Allisonville Road, then east on 62nd Street, and north on Binford Boulevard, back to 65th Street. 
• Westbound traffic will go south on Binford Boulevard, west on 62nd Street, and then north on Allisonville Road, returning to 65th Street. 
• 82nd Street: 
• Eastbound traffic will be detoured south on Allisonville Road, east on 75th Street, and north on Shadeland Avenue, ending back at 82nd Street. 
• Westbound drivers will be rerouted south on Shadeland Avenue, west on 75th Street, and then north on Allisonville Road, back to 82nd Street. 

The $14.9 million project broke ground in late 2023 and is expected to remain in construction until mid-2025, adding nine miles of trail to the city’s network. The project includes the development of multi-use spur connections at 62nd Street east of Eastwood Middle School and on 86th Street west of Sahm Park, enhancing connectivity and accessibility across the region.  

When complete, the Nickel Plate Trail will link to the Midland Trace and Monon trails, creating a 41-mile loop that stretches across several counties. 

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