UPDATE: Weekend northbound I-65 closure postponed

Indianapolis, Ind. (July 17, 2025) – The closure planned for this weekend on northbound I-65 in southeast Indianapolis is postponed due to forecasted inclement weather. Both lanes will remain open to traffic throughout the weekend. 

Northbound I-65 is currently scheduled to close next weekend at 9 p.m. on Friday, July 25, and reopen by 6 a.m. on Monday, July 28, for continued drainage work under the interstate. The closure extends from the I-65/I-465 interchange to the I-65/I-70 interchange. 

An updated schedule to finish drainage work on both northbound and southbound I-65 will be shared once available. 

Construction Speed Limit  
The construction zone speed limit remains active on I-65. A reduced speed of 45 mph is in place for the duration of I-65 Safety and Efficiency work. It is important for drivers to slow down and avoid distractions in work zones. 

Find more information at I65SafetyandEfficiency.com and follow the project on Facebook and X.  

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