INDIANAPOLIS — The Indianapolis Department of Public Works (Indy DPW) recently announced the completion of phase one of the South Meridian Street project, opening several streets that were previously closed to traffic.
With the first phase of the project complete, roadways between Wisconsin Street and just south of Morris Street are now open. Meridian Street remains closed between Ray and Morris streets as part of phase two of the project, which is slated to complete before the end of the year.
The overall project is an ongoing three-phase collaboration between the Old Southside Neighborhood, local businesses, the Indianapolis Department of Metropolitan Development (DMD) and Indy DPW.
The South Meridian Street project brings $7.8 million in improvements which include key upgrades for pedestrian safety such as wider sidewalks, reducing the travel lanes from four to two and marked on-street parking. Additionally, this project will see major stormwater improvements as well as a new multi-use trail.
While some roadways remain closed for phase two, the pedestrian access for businesses along the area remains open. During phase three, which will take place in the spring of 2024, Meridian Street will be closed between Ray and McCarty streets.