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September 5, 2025

Shoulder, overnight lane closures planned on I-65 in Clark and Scott Counties for Safer Drive 65 project

CLARK/SCOTT COUNTY, Ind. -  The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) announces shoulder and overnight lane closures on I-65 as part of the Safer Drive 65 project in Clark and Scott counties.


Beginning on or after Monday, September 8, culvert repair work will begin just north of the S.R. 160 Henryville exit (Exit 19). This work was previously scheduled to begin August 25, but the schedule was modified. Drivers can expect shoulder closures and overnight lane closures along northbound and southbound I-65 near the 20 mile marker (MM 20). These closures are anticipated to last through late November, weather permitting. Initial information is here.


Beginning on or after Monday, September 15, shoulder strengthening work will begin on northbound and southbound I-65 between mile marker (MM) 16, located just south of Henryville, and MM 24.5, located just north of Henryville.


Drivers can expect shoulder closures and nighttime lane closures in the right lane of northbound and southbound I-65 while work is in progress. These closures are anticipated to last through late October, weather permitting.


Both efforts are preliminary work to prepare for Phase 1 construction of the Safer Drive 65 project, which is expected to be complete in 2028. INDOT will continue to provide information and updates as work progresses.


The Safer Drive 65 project will improve approximately 13 miles of I-65 between Blue Lick Road in Clark County and S.R. 56 in Scott County. The project includes adding travel lanes, reconstructing pavement, and upgrading key infrastructure along the corridor. Additional information about the project can be found here.


INDOT reminds drivers to slow down, use extra caution, and avoid distractions when traveling in and near work zones. All work is weather-dependent, and schedules are subject to change.


Stay Informed
Motorists in Southeast Indiana can monitor road closures, road conditions, and traffic alerts any time via:


Customer Service

1-855-463-6848
www.indot4u.com


Media Contact
Matt Werner
317-250-0411

mwerner@structurepoint.com

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