FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 10, 2026
Lane closure planned for U.S. 41 in Gibson County
GIBSON COUNTY Ind. – The Indiana Department of Transportation announces a lane closure for U.S. 41 in Gibson County
Beginning on or around Monday, March 16, crews will begin lane closures on U.S. 41 near Patoka. These lane closures will occur between County Road W 100 N and County Road W 350 N over the Patoka River.
Lane closures will allow for bridge construction work. Traffic will be reduced to one lane in both directions during this project. Traffic will utilize a crossover to access open lanes while work is being performed. INDOT reminds drivers to slow down, use extra caution, and avoid distractions when traveling in and near work zones.
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About the Indiana Department of Transportation
INDOT is responsible for planning, constructing, maintaining, and operating the State of Indiana’s more than 29,000 highway lane miles and 5,700 bridges, and providing support for 4,500 rail miles and 127 aviation facilities throughout the Hoosier State. With six district offices and over 3,500 employees, INDOT works to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable transportation infrastructure while supporting the state’s economic vitality. The department is committed to fostering innovation, sustainability, and safety in transportation planning and development, in addition to collaborating with local governments and private sector partners to meet the state’s transportation needs. For the eighth consecutive year, Indiana has placed in the top ten in the nation for infrastructure in CNBC’s “America’s Top States for Business” rankings. Learn more at in.gov/indot.
About Buckle Up Phone Down
Buckle Up Phone Down is a safety initiative adopted by the Indiana Department of Transportation in late 2023. Unrestrained motorists and passengers, as well as distracted driving continue to be contributing factors in fatal and serious injury crashes on Indiana roadways. Buckle Up Phone Down is one of many efforts to change driver behavior and improve roadway safety across Indiana.
The actions are simple: when you get into a vehicle, buckle up. If you are the driver, put the phone down. Every trip. Every time. Learn more and accept the challenge at BUPDIN.com. |
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