Plainfield, IN – Drivers traveling eastbound on Interstate 70 near Plainfield are facing delays today after a crash forced the closure of a right travel lane, causing traffic to back up during active travel hours.
According to the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT), the right lane of I-70 eastbound is closed between State Road 39 and Center Street, roughly five miles west of Plainfield, at the 60.0-mile marker. Officials say the closure is the result of a crash, though no injuries or estimated reopening time have been confirmed as of this update.
Traffic camera footage from the area shows heavy congestion, including commercial trucks, as vehicles merge left to navigate around the closure. INDOT warned that traffic is already beginning to back up and urged drivers to use caution while traveling through the corridor.
The impacted stretch of I-70 is a major commuter and freight route connecting Hendricks County with the Indianapolis metro area. Delays are expected to increase, especially during peak travel periods, as lane restrictions remain in place.
Motorists are encouraged to consider alternate routes, reduce speed approaching the scene, and remain alert for emergency crews working along the roadway. INDOT has not announced when the lane will reopen, and conditions may change quickly depending on crash clearance and road safety assessments.
Drivers can check real-time traffic conditions and updates through INDOT traffic maps or local travel alert systems before heading out.
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