10/05/11 The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) will close State Road 17  between State Road 8 and State Road 10 beginning Monday, October 10, so Norfolk Southern Railroad can replace the crossing surface.

During the work, southbound traffic will be directed west on S.R. 8, south on State Road 23 (S.R. 23) and east on S.R. 10. Northbound traffic will be directed west on S.R. 10, north on S.R. 23 and east on S.R. 8.

The work is expected to be completed by the end of the day on Friday, October 14; however, the schedule is subject to change in the event of inclement weather.

INDOT reminds drivers to use caution and consider worker safety when driving through a construction zone. For the latest news and information about INDOT, visit www.in.gov/indot. You can find traffic restriction information at www.trafficwise.IN.gov.  Contact the LaPorte District toll free at 1-855-GO-INDOT.