Rochester, IN – A key stretch of State Road 25 in Fulton County is set to close this week, impacting drivers traveling near Rochester and surrounding rural routes.
According to the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT), the closure will begin Tuesday along State Road 25 between County Road 575 North and County Road 500 North. The shutdown is scheduled as part of a bridge replacement project over Eaton Buesenburg Ditch, a rural waterway in the area.
Officials said the closure is expected to last through the end of October, creating a long-term disruption for commuters and agricultural traffic that rely on the corridor. The project aims to replace aging infrastructure and improve roadway safety in northern Indiana.
During the closure, drivers will be required to follow an official detour route. INDOT indicates that traffic will be rerouted using State Road 110 and U.S. 31, both of which serve as primary north-south and east-west connectors in the region. Motorists are advised to allow extra travel time and remain alert for signage in the area.
Local officials emphasize that while the closure may cause inconvenience, the improvements are necessary to maintain safe and reliable transportation routes. The project is part of ongoing statewide efforts to modernize bridges and roadways.
Residents living near the closure zone should expect increased traffic on alternate routes and are encouraged to plan accordingly. Emergency services and school transportation providers have also been notified of the changes.
Drivers are reminded to slow down in construction zones and follow all posted detour signs to ensure safety for both workers and the traveling public.
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