Regional road project progress
Summary
Major projects are moving: Oak Hill Road widening is under construction, Epworth Road phases are advancing through right-of-way and permits, and SR 62/US 41 intersection work continues. Some construction, like the SR 62 Wabash Avenue segment, could start by August or September.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 6
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Jul 9, 2026.
Impact analysis
None stated; these are federally and state funded projects at various stages.
Commuters and residents who use these corridors will see improved roads, bridges, and intersections.
Travelers will face construction-related closures and detours, including on SR 57.
Mentions & discussions (6)
Evansville Metropolitan Planning Organization - Jul 9, 2026
Major projects are moving: Oak Hill Road widening is under construction, Epworth Road phases are advancing through right-of-way and permits, and SR 62/US 41 intersection work continues. Some construction, like the SR 62 Wabash Avenue segment, could start by August or September.
Board of County Commissioners & Drainage Board - Jun 16, 2026
An INDOT letter of understanding would route official detours onto local roads during the State Road 57 project at Green River Road. Local streets will carry extra traffic during construction.
Board of County Commissioners (No Drainage Board) - May 26, 2026
The commissioners were scheduled to award a road resurfacing contract to E&B Paving and act on change orders and consulting agreements for the Broadway Avenue and Wimberg Road bridge replacements. These projects affect the condition of roads and bridges county drivers use every day.
Evansville Metropolitan Planning Organization - May 14, 2026
Big projects are moving: Oak Hill Road construction started March 9, Third Street is being phased into two segments, and Epworth Road widening has 22 of 25 parcels under accepted offers. Drivers should expect SR 62 closures west of SR 161 in early June.
Board of County Commissioners & Drainage Board - May 12, 2026
Change Order #2 for the Boonville-New Harmony Road reconstruction was on the action agenda. The project affects a key county corridor.
Evansville Metropolitan Planning Organization - Jan 8, 2026
Updates on widening projects in Vanderburgh and Warrick counties, bridge replacements, and INDOT paving and bridge work — most construction waits on spring. Oak Hill Road bids open January 14.
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