Sherman Minton Renewal

Sherman Minton Renewal

This is a major rehabilitation project to extend the life of the Sherman Minton Bridge.

10/06/2024

Stay up to date on traffic changes coming from Phase 5 by signing up for email and traffic alerts at ShermanMintonRenewal.com

Indiana Department of Transportation: Southeast | Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 5

06/06/2024

TRAFFIC ALERT: The Sherman Minton Renewal team will be repairing guardrails the evening of Friday June 7, weather permitting.

Lane restrictions and ramp closures will be implemented as follows:

1️⃣ I-265 eastbound ramp to I-65 south: Right lane/shoulder restriction beginning on or after 9 p.m. to 5 a.m.
Access to exit ramp will be maintained.

2️⃣ I-265 westbound ramp to I-64 west: Right lane/shoulder restriction beginning on or after 9 p.m. to 5 a.m.
Access to exit ramp will be maintained.

3️⃣ I-64 eastbound to I-265 eastbound ramp: Ramp closure beginning on or after midnight (12:00 am) to 4 a.m.
NOTE: Traffic wishing to access I-265 eastbound during this time should continue east to the New Albany exit and follow detour signs to access I-64 westbound back to I-265.

For more information, visit https://shermanmintonrenewal.com/lane-restrictions-needed-for-guardrail-repair-3/

Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 5 | Indiana Department of Transportation: Southeast

30/05/2024

TRAFFIC ALERT: The Spring Street on-ramp to eastbound I-64 will be closed tonight, May 30, from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. May 31 for crews to install the foundations for a new Dynamic Messaging Sign.

Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 5 | Indiana Department of Transportation: Southeast

30/05/2024

TRAFFIC ALERT: Starting this evening, May 29, the rightmost eastbound lane of I-64 will be closed to allow for crews to continue painting. During this time, there may be an additional lane closed overnight, leaving at least one eastbound lane open.

Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 5 | Indiana Department of Transportation: Southeast

23/05/2024

REMINDER: All three eastbound lanes of I-64 eastbound traffic will be open by 5 a.m. tomorrow, May 24. This will provide three open lanes for eastbound traffic through Memorial Day weekend.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4bpIXjw

20/05/2024

UPDATE: Reopening I-64 eastbound to traffic was delayed today due to required maintenance of traffic adjustments.

One lane is expected to open overnight, and will remain open on I-64 eastbound until 5:00 a.m. Friday, May 24 to allow for additional concrete curing time. The remaining two lanes will be opened Friday morning providing three open lanes for eastbound traffic through Memorial Day weekend.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4bpIXjw

17/05/2024

INDOT TrafficWise and TRIMARC provide up-to-date information about traffic conditions around the Sherman Minton Bridge and the metro area.

Learn more: https://shermanmintonrenewal.com/Traffic-Info-Closures/

Indiana Department of Transportation: Southeast | Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 5

14/05/2024

Have traffic alerts on your phone? 📱

Stay up to date on the project by signing up for email and text alerts at
ShermanMintonRenewal.com.

Indiana Department of Transportation: Southeast | Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 5

08/05/2024

Did you know: The Sherman Minton Bridge carries around 70,000 vehicles per day, connecting people to work, family and community?

Indiana Department of Transportation: Southeast | Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 5

06/05/2024

REMINDER: I-64 eastbound will be closed from 3 p.m. today, May 6, until 5 a.m. Monday, May 20. The closure period is necessary for crews to finish concrete work on the lower bridge approaches.

Read more: https://bit.ly/4aKUXvt

Indiana Department of Transportation: Southeast | Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 5

02/05/2024

The Sherman Minton Renewal has officially entered the final phase of construction!

Following the eastbound lane closure (3 p.m. May 6 - 5 a.m. May 20), two lanes will be open each direction the majority of the time while the final work is completed during Phase 5.

29/04/2024

Do you know what is happening during Phase 4 of the Sherman Minton Renewal? Phase 4 includes:

🖌️ Painting
🛣️ Deck replacement on the upper deck
🔨 Necessary steel repairs

Learn more at https://shermanmintonrenewal.com/phase-four/.

26/04/2024

The Sherman Minton Renewal website is your one-stop shop for news and project updates. 🌐

Learn about Phase 4 of construction, get your questions answered in our FAQs section and stay on top of upcoming traffic updates at ShermanMintonRenewal.com.

24/04/2024

I-64 eastbound will be closed from 3 p.m. Monday, May 6, until 5 a.m. Monday, May 20. The closure period is necessary for crews to finish concrete work on the lower bridge approaches.

Read more: https://bit.ly/4aKUXvt
Indiana Department of Transportation: Southeast Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 5

24/04/2024

The Sherman Minton Bridge opened to traffic in 1962 and is one of the few double decked, twin arch bridges in the country.

Once complete later this year, the Sherman Minton Renewal will continue to be a vital connector for residents of Louisville and New Albany as they access work, family and more for years to come.

19/04/2024

As the Sherman Minton Bridge connects New Albany and West Louisville, Thunder over Louisville brings our Kentuckiana community together to celebrate the Kentucky Derby Festival season. 🎆

Both Eastbound and Westbound will have two lanes open on the Sherman Minton Bridge this weekend. Drive safe and enjoy the festivities!

16/04/2024

We all know April showers bring May flowers, but did you know your phone can bring you updates and traffic alerts for the Sherman Minton bridge?

Stay up to date on the project by signing up for email and text alerts at ShermanMintonRenewal.com.

15/04/2024

This week is National Work Zone Awareness Week - help keep our crews safe by slowing down and staying alert when driving through work zones.

Work Zone Awareness Week starts today. Let's slow down, stay vigilant and give road workers the space to do their job safely. 🚧

12/04/2024

REMINDER: The I-64 westbound top deck (right lane) will be restricted on the following dates and times:
- 6 p.m. Friday, April 12, until 1 p.m., Saturday, April 13
- 7 p.m. Sunday, April 14, until 7 a.m. Monday, April 15

The lane restriction will prevent access to the New Albany exit ramp (Exit 123) during the noted times. Traffic will still be able to continue on westbound I-64 by using the left lane when approaching I-264 interchange.

Read more: https://bit.ly/3vMEU12
Indiana Department of Transportation: Southeast Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 5

10/04/2024

We are so thankful for the crews working to ensure the Sherman Minton bridge has up to 30 more years of life.

09/04/2024

The I-64 westbound top deck (right lane) will be restricted on the following dates and times:
- 8 p.m. Thursday, April 11, until 12 p.m. (noon), Friday, April 12
- 6 p.m. Friday, April 12, until 1 p.m., Saturday, April 13

The lane restriction will prevent access to the New Albany exit ramp (Exit 123) during the noted times. Traffic will still be able to continue on westbound I-64 by using the left lane when approaching I-264 interchange.

Read more: https://bit.ly/3vMEU12
Indiana Department of Transportation: Southeast Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 5

08/04/2024

Who turned out the light? 🤔

Today, a total solar eclipse will appear over parts of Indiana. ☀️

Conditions will darken in and around the path of totality. Pay attention to your surroundings and check 511in.org for traffic conditions when planning your trip.

05/04/2024

Consider this a wake-up call. 📱

Join the movement!

Your texts and other alerts can wait until you are parked. Keep yourself, your passengers and others safe by keeping your attention on the road and your surroundings.

02/04/2024

TRAFFIC ALERT: The bottom deck of the Sherman Minton Bridge, which includes two eastbound lanes and one westbound lane, is currently closed due to a recent collision. The top deck remains open, with one westbound lane. We encourage drivers to avoid the area at this time.

02/04/2024

Reminder: Nightly lane closures will occur as needed on I-64 West. During these closures, one lane of I-64 West will remain open.

Drivers can access I-64 West in either the far left or far right lane. Look for the sign about a mile ahead of the traffic split for directions.

31/03/2024

"The paints we use give more life to the steel itself."

Did you know that the Sherman Minton Bridge is being painted using a three-coat system? Hear from George Trikilis, a supervisor with Northstar Painting, on how each layer plays a unique role in protecting the bridge and prolonging its life for future use.

29/03/2024

Phone, keys... traffic! Be sure to visit ShermanMintonRenewal.com/Traffic-Info-Closures/ before you leave for links to live traffic details.

INDOT TrafficWise and TRIMARC provide up-to-date information about traffic conditions around the Sherman Minton Bridge and the metro area.

28/03/2024

What a beautiful moonrise over the Sherman Minton Bridge!

I don’t know how I missed this one?! This was the spectacular full moon rising two nights ago through the Sherman Minton bridge before getting swallowed up by the clouds. That perspective is wild!

📷 sent to me by Duke Marsh.

23/03/2024

Update: Because of rain delays last night, the extended lane closure will now last until 4 p.m. today.

Reminder: I-64 Westbound top deck (right lane) will be restricted on or after 6 p.m. today on Friday, March 22 until 1 p.m. Saturday, March 23.

The lane restriction will prevent access to the New Albany exit ramp (Exit 123) during this time. Traffic will still be able to continue on Westbound I-64 by using the left lane as they approach the I-264 interchange.

Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 5 | Indiana Department of Transportation: Southeast

22/03/2024

Reminder: I-64 Westbound top deck (right lane) will be restricted on or after 6 p.m. today on Friday, March 22 until 1 p.m. Saturday, March 23.

The lane restriction will prevent access to the New Albany exit ramp (Exit 123) during this time. Traffic will still be able to continue on Westbound I-64 by using the left lane as they approach the I-264 interchange.

Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 5 | Indiana Department of Transportation: Southeast

Our Story

The Sherman Minton Renewal is a $90+ million bridge rehabilitation and painting project to significantly extend the service life of the 56-year old bridge.

Named for Indiana Senator and Associate Supreme Court Justice Sherman Minton, the Sherman Minton Bridge was built in 1956 and now carries 90,000 vehicles daily between New Albany, IN and Louisville, KY.

The bridge itself is composed of 5 bridge structures – and repair work will include replacement or refurbishment of all bridge decks, rehabilitation or replacement of structural steel elements and hanger cables, new lighting, drainage repairs and painting of the steel components.

The Project Team is exploring all options for construction, and public input will be an important part of the process. An approach will be recommended in the fall of 2019.

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