Overview

The City of Indianapolis is requesting funding to design and construct a pedestrian bridge along the Nickel Plate Trail. The pedestrian bridge is part of a larger project to extend the trail from a connection with the Monon Trail at 42nd St. North to 96th St. This project will provide a regional connection for the Nickel Plate Trail between the City of Fishers and the City of Indianapolis, providing significant non-motorized transportation and exercise options for residents. One of the major safety concerns of the project is the crossing of Keystone Avenue, which is a heavily traveled corridor within The City. A pedestrian bridge would provide a safe crossing for pedestrians, while allowing safer operation and increased usage for this important regional trail. Funds will be used for the bridge design with construction funded locally. Preliminary engineering funded by READI grant dollars for the pedestrian bridge would start in October of 2022 with anticipated completion in the fall of 2025. The construction of the pedestrian bridge with local funds will start immediately in the fall of 2025 with completion expected in 2026.