INDOT to host public hearing for Park Road bridge rehabilitation project located in Clifty Falls State Park

Planned Closure is set For Approx 60 days

JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ind.— In partnership with Egis the Indiana Department of Transportation will hold a public hearing on Thursday, November 14, for the proposed Park Road bridge rehabilitation project over Little Crooked Creek located in Clifty Falls State Park in Jefferson County.

The hearing will take place at the Clifty Inn located in Clifty Falls State Park (1650 Clifty Hollow Rd, Madison, IN) and will provide an opportunity for the public to interact with the project team, receive the latest updates on the project, and provide official public comment. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m. to allow attendees time to view displays and talk with project personnel prior to a presentation that will begin at 6 p.m. Following the presentation, a public comment session will be held. 

The project will rehabilitate the existing bridge by removing the existing wearing surface and placing a new surface over the bridge. In addition, portions of the floor beams, piers, spandrel columns arches and curbs will be repaired. The project aims to prolong the service life of the bridge by an estimated 25 years and to preserve the historical integrity of the bridge. The contract is currently scheduled to let to contractors in September 2025.

The Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) plan for the project requires a full closure of the Clifty Falls State Park South Entrance for up to approximately 60 days with a 5.1-mile-long detour route utilizing Old Clifty Hollow Road, U.S. 421, and S.R. 56. Additional project information will be presented at the hearing. INDOT will coordinate with emergency services, local school corporation officials, state and local agencies and project stakeholders to ensure potential disruptions are minimized.

There are several ways to follow project progress, ask questions and offer feedback.

• Provide official public comment before, during or after the public hearing (before November 29)
  • In-person at the public hearing on Thursday, November 14 (written or verbal)
  • By email: Raquel.walker@egis-group.com
  • By mail: Egis Attn: Raquel Walker, 8320 Craig Street, Indianapolis, IN 46250
• Ask questions via INDOT4U at indot4u.com or by calling 855-463-6848

Project information, including the presentation will be available online at Seymour.indot.in.gov