Putnamville, IN – Drivers in Putnam County should expect midday delays today as Manhattan Road near County Road 550 South is scheduled to close around noon for a towing operation and subsequent emergency repairs.
According to the Putnam County Sheriff’s Office, the initial closure is expected to last roughly 30 minutes while Curtis Towing removes a truck that became stuck in a deep ditch. Officials noted the 30-minute estimate is tentative.
After the recovery is completed, Manhattan Road will shift to one-lane traffic for several hours as crews work to fix a broken watermain in the same area. Drivers should prepare for periodic stoppages and slower travel through the afternoon.
The Sheriff’s Office is advising motorists to seek alternate routes to avoid delays. US 231 is currently recommended as the most efficient detour until full access is restored.
The closures and lane restrictions are expected to impact school pickups, lunchtime travel, and early afternoon commuting for residents in Putnam County, particularly those traveling between Greencastle, Putnamville, and surrounding rural areas.
Local officials have not provided a firm estimate for when the roadway will fully reopen, but updates will be posted as crews progress.
Have you already encountered this closure? How much time did it add to your drive?
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