Last September, road improvement projects managed by the Indiana Economic Development Corporation began. While there was great progress, projects paused for winter. With spring here and asphalt plants reopening here’s what residents in the area can expect according to the IEDC. As a reminder, the contractors performing this work will continue to ensure access to homeowners.
For road improvement project information and updates visit iedc.in.gov/leap-lebanon.
During roadway improvements, Lebanon Project construction personnel and deliveries will continue to access the site from Witt Road from the south. Information on road improvements and timing are provided by the IEDC/Pure Development.
Below is a high-level view of roads impacted by these improvements. Temporary stop light installation is underway where indicated with the stop light graphic. Continue reading below the high-level view of roads impacted for specific details about individual road improvements.
N150W (Witt Road North)
- Work expected to be completed by July 2024.
- Improvements between CR-450 and SR47 include replacing and widening the existing bridge over Spring Creek and adding a new stormwater pipe outlet from the Lilly Lebanon Project.
CR-375
- Work expected to be completed by July 2024.
- Improvements include a widened roadway with shoulders, center median, upgraded rail crossing with gates, and new drainage.
- The base for the roadway paving is in place between Witt Road and the railroad tracks. The remaining section extending to SR39 will be paved when utilities are relocated and bridge construction is completed.
New Witt Road Bypass
- Construction to be completed by June 2024.
- This new road is being added east of the railroad tracks providing additional travel options for farm equipment and area residents.
- The road has been cut, drainage installed and the base layer of asphalt placed.
CR-450
- Construction to be completed by June 2024.
- Improvements to this gravel road include road widening and paving.
- No through traffic until early May.