32 Connects construction begins next month in Westfield

Westfield, IN (March 24, 2025) — On or after Monday, April 7, INDOT contractor Rieth-Riley Construction will close a portion of State Road 32 in Westfield for reconstruction as part of the 32 Connects project. Construction will take place in multiple phases, with all of S.R. 32 west of Union Street and the southern half of S.R. 32 east of Union Street being reconstructed in 2025, followed by the northern half east of Union Street and completion of the roundabout at East Street and S.R. 32 in 2026.

• On/after Monday, April 7: 
  • S.R. 32 closed through early October between Poplar Street and Union Street for reconstruction 
    • Official detour: U.S. 31 and S.R. 38
    • S.R.32/Poplar Street/Shamrock Blvd. roundabout remains open
  • Union Street closed from south of Penn Street to north of Jersey Street through late June (includes intersection of S.R. 32/Union Street) 
    • Official detour: 181st Street/Hoover Street, Sun Park Drive, S.R. 32, Wheeler Road/Westfield Park Drive, and 169th Street
  • S.R. 32 remains open east of Elm Alley; traffic shifted north and reduced to one lane each direction between east of Union Street to east of East Street for reconstruction of southern half of S.R. 32 
• Starting in late June or early July: 
  • S.R. 32 closed through early October between Poplar Street and west of Union Street for reconstruction 
    • Official detour: U.S. 31 and S.R. 38
    • S.R.32/Poplar Street/Shamrock Blvd. roundabout remains open
    • Union Street open to traffic 
  • S.R. 32 traffic shifted north and reduced to one lane each direction between east of Union Street and east of East Street

Additional reconstruction work will occur later in 2025 and throughout 2026. Information about future phases is available at 32Connects.com. Work up to this point has included demolition and utility relocation activities.

In addition to reconstruction of S.R. 32 between Poplar Street and Timberbrook Run, the 32 Connects project also includes a roundabout at the intersection of S.R. 32 and East Street, as well as improved pedestrian facilities, crosswalks, signage, and landscaping throughout the corridor. The project aims to improve safety and mobility on S.R. 32 and prepare for future growth. 32 Connects is being completed in partnership with the City of Westfield. 

During construction, motorists are reminded to slow down, avoid distractions, and use extra caution when traveling in and near work zones. All work is weather-dependent, and schedules are subject to change.

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About the City of Westfield: Westfield is the fastest-growing city in Indiana and the sixth-fastest-growing city in the country. Westfield is home to more than 50,000 residents in Hamilton County, situated north of Indianapolis. The city is known for its 400-acre Grand Park Sports Campus, connectivity to US-31 and State Road 32, and nationally recognized public schools. 

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.

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