Columbus Indiana Engineering

08/11/2026

Update: The lights are working.

Several traffic lights are out in the northern part of Columbus due to power outages. Crews are working to put stops signs in place where they can until power is restored.

Most of the reported traffic light outages are along 25th Street, Central Avenue, and North National Road.

Please drive safely!

08/05/2026

Today Milestone Contractors will begin roadway improvements on County Road 450S from Old Lane Drive to 50W as part of the Community Crossings Matching Grant Program. The project will utilize cold in place asphalt recycling, an environmentally friendly and cost efficient pavement rehabilitation method that reduces waste and lowers material usage.
Work Schedule:
• This Wednesday–Friday: Crews will mill the existing pavement along the project limits.
• Monday, August 10 – Friday August 14: Application of the recycling treatment is scheduled.
• Afterward, crews will allow the roadway’s moisture content to reach acceptable levels before placing the final asphalt prior to Friday, August 28.
Drivers should expect periodic delays, flagging operations, and reduced speeds throughout the work zone. Motorists are urged to use caution and avoid the area when possible. These improvements are part of the City’s ongoing commitment to maintaining safe, durable, and sustainable roadway infrastructure.

07/09/2026

UPDATE: Terrace Lake Road has partially reopened but remains reduced to one lane due to ongoing repairs. Alternate routes are strongly advised to avoid delays. An update will be provided when the road is fully open.

ORIGINAL: Starting at 3:30 p.m. Thursday, July 9, 2026, Terrace Lake Road between Carr Hill Road and 200 South will be closed to through traffic for an emergency water main repair by Columbus City Utilities. The closure is expected to remain in place through 10 p.m. Thursday.

To avoid delays, motorists should use alternate routes whenever possible. If motorists must travel in this area, they are reminded to slow down, use caution, obey work zone signs, and avoid driving while distracted.

05/14/2026

Bike downtown for Bike to Work Day! We will be here until 9:30am with free coffee, donut holes, and smiling faces!

05/11/2026

Bike to Work Day is this Thursday! Ride downtown between 7:30am and 9:30am and enjoy free coffee, snacks, and give your input on bicycle and pedestrian projects happening in Columbus. Need a ride partner? Fill out this form to find people in your neighborhood to commute with to the event: https://forms.gle/TyCmGbzv3Yfrcaaq6

05/04/2026

On or after Wednesday May 6, Milestone is scheduled to begin the City’s 2026 Community Crossings Matching Grant (CCMG) project. As part of this project, asphalt resurfacing work will take place on Marr Road from Jolinda Drive to 25th Street.

Asphalt overlay is completed in three separate stages: patching, milling and final asphalt surface. Each step is executed by different crews at different times, so crews will leave and return as the process moves forward. After patching or milling, the road may appear rough or unfinished, however that is normal. Crews will return to complete the remaining steps and restore the road surface.

Please consider taking an alternate route while construction is underway. If you must travel in the area, please use caution, follow instructions for flag personnel and don’t drive distracted.

05/01/2026

2nd Street Corridor Project Update

In the early morning of Monday 5/4/2026, construction crews will close Washington Street just north of 2nd Street to continue work on this project. A concrete barrier wall will be set to provide protection to motorists and workers.

Vehicles will not be able to travel south on Washington Street to access 2nd Street, nor turn north onto Washington Street from 2nd Street.

East West pedestrian travel will be via a temporary ADA ramp placed north of the intersection. North-South ADA pedestrian travel will be detoured to Jackson Street.

04/29/2026

Bike to Work Day is a little over two weeks away! We are hosting an event downtown to celebrate anyone who rides in. Need a ride partner? Fill out the form below to be paired with others in your area who would like to ride together.

If you're interested in riding downtown on Bike to Work Day, Thursday May 14th, with others, please fill out your information below and we will put you in contact with one another to coordinate a group ride.

04/22/2026

Concrete Street Repair Project Construction

Beginning on or after Thursday, April 23, Edward & Jones Concrete will start concrete street repairs in the Everroad Park West neighborhood. The project will include full curb-to-curb replacement and construction will take place one half of the street at a time to maintain access for residents as much as possible.

Residents are asked to park on the opposite side of the street from active construction. As crews shift work to the other side, residents should move their vehicles accordingly.

The City appreciates the community’s patience and cooperation while these improvements are underway. The contractor is scheduled to complete the project by May 22.

04/21/2026

Pedal into work with us to celebrate Bike Month! Join the City of Columbus for Bike to Work Day on Thursday, May 14, from 7:30-9:30 am. Ride downtown for free coffee, tasty treats, and updates on the City’s latest bicycle initiatives.