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Overnight lane closures planned for 3rd Street in Columbus

Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at 3:35 PM

Courtesy-INDOT

COLUMBUS, Ind. – The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) has announced upcoming overnight lane closures on State Road 46 (3rd Street) in Columbus beginning next week.

On or after the evening of Sunday, June 7, INDOT maintenance crews will begin spot paving operations on westbound S.R. 46 between Lindsey Street and Central Avenue. Crews plan to work from approximately 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. for up to three nights, weather permitting. 

Overnight lane closures will be in effect while work is in progress. At least one lane of westbound 3rd Street will remain open at all times.

This maintenance is not part of the current local project taking place along S.R. 46 in downtown Columbus. 

Drivers should slow down, use extra caution, and avoid distractions when traveling in and near work zones. All INDOT schedules are subject to change.

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