MARTINSVILLE, Ind. (Dec. 23, 2021) – Traffic is now flowing in both directions on the new I-69 in Martinsville. I-69 Finish Line contractors opened 17 miles of free-flow highway to southbound traffic on Thursday afternoon ahead of holiday travels.
This follows Governor Eric J. Holcomb joining local officials to mark the opening to northbound traffic on Monday. Watch a short video with highlights from the ribbon-cutting ceremony.
State Road 37 was closed nearly one year ago for faster, safer construction in Martinsville. The closure saved nearly a full year of construction. These five miles in Martinsville are now signed I-69 with a 65 mph speed limit.
Construction of I-69 in Morgan County will finish in 2022. Typical finishing touches include the final layer of asphalt pavement, permanent pavement markings, signage, railings, grass plantings and drainage work.
North of Martinsville, the speed limit is reduced to 45 mph for ongoing construction, including new overpasses at Teeters Road and Myra Lane. Until the overpasses are completed, Martinsville First United Methodist Church and Ozark Fisheries traffic will turn right into and right out of temporary driveways. Rumble strips prompt drivers to stay alert and merge left for slow traffic.
Drivers should also watch for vehicles adjusting to the first traffic signals north of I-69 at Banta Road and S.R. 144.
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