Rensselaer, Indiana – A planned road closure on North College Avenue begins Tuesday, affecting traffic and daily commutes.
According to the City of Rensselaer Water Department, North College Avenue will be closed between West Jackson Street and West Clark Street starting Tuesday, March 24, 2026. The closure supports infrastructure improvements ahead of scheduled road repaving this summer.
City officials said the work will cause intermittent closures over approximately two weeks. Construction is scheduled daily between 7:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. CST, with the roadway reopening to traffic after each workday as conditions allow.
Drivers are advised to use alternate routes during closure hours. Suggested detours include North Jefferson Street or North Van Rensselaer Street. Local traffic will still have access throughout the duration of the project, according to the city.
The improvements are part of broader preparation for future paving projects, aimed at maintaining roadway conditions and preventing larger infrastructure issues.
The City of Rensselaer stated it appreciates public patience during the temporary disruption. Motorists traveling through the area should plan for delays and allow extra travel time, particularly during morning and afternoon work hours.
This closure may impact students and workers who rely on North College Avenue for daily commutes.
For additional information or questions, residents can contact the Rensselaer Water Department at (219) 866-5530.
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