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ProPEL Indy is a unique opportunity for Indy residents to envision the future of our transportation network. This study will inform the next 20 years of investment in our interstates, as we identify ways to enhance the region’s overall mobility, equity, economic opportunity, and quality of life.
study overview
ProPEL Indy is a unique opportunity for Indianapolis residents to envision the future of the urban interstates. This study will inform the next 20 years of investment in our interstates as we identify ways to modernize these roads and improve the region’s overall mobility, equity, economic opportunity, and quality of life.
The goal of ProPEL Indy is to identify transportation needs and community goals along I-65 and I-70, inside the I-465 loop. ProPEL Indy will develop a set of options to be considered that meet transportation needs and community goals. This will set the long-term vision for investment in the interstates.
VISION
ProPEL Indy is an opportunity to share your ideas and create a bold vision for the future of Indy’s urban interstates.
ProPEL Indy is intentionally designed to be more inclusive, open, and collaborative—so every Hoosier can have a voice in the process. Over the next two years, there will be a variety of opportunities for you to get involved, join the conversation, and share your vision for the future of Indianapolis.
Listen
ProPEL Indy is listening to residents across the Indianapolis region about how we can improve our interstates for the next generation.
We want to hear from people all across the region with a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and opinions on how to move forward. Throughout the study, residents will have multiple opportunities to get involved, including online forums, public meetings, one-on-one interviews, and listening sessions to gather your candid feedback.
Results
ProPEL Indy will result in a bold vision to modernize our interstates and enhance our community for generations to come.
Once complete, ProPEL Indy will result in an innovative plan of improvements to modernize our interstates, while prioritizing local connectivity and quality of life. With the collaboration of community leaders and Indy residents, ProPEL Indy will create a long-term vision for the future of I-65 and I-70 in Indianapolis. This study will balance visionary ideas with sound engineering and responsible financial management.
Study limits
The ProPEL Indy study limits include approximately 11 miles of I-65, 14 miles of I-70, and 1 mile where I-65 and I-70 overlap. As an organizational tool, the study limits are represented into the following spokes:
- 65 spoke;
- 65/70 Downtown spoke;
- 70 West spoke;
- 70 East spoke.
The study limits extend slightly beyond I-465 and the I-65/I-70 South Split interchange to consider the potential influence of those system interchanges. The recently completed I-65/I-70 North Split is excluded from the study limits.
ProPEL Indy’s study area does overlap with the I-65 Safety & Efficiency project on the southeast side of Indianapolis. The overlap with I-65 Safety & Efficiency extends from north of Fletcher Ave on I-65/I-70 to the South Split interchange ending south of Morris Street along I-65. The remainder of the I-65 Safety & Efficiency project area, which extends south on I-65 to I-465 is excluded from the study limits.
ProPEL Indy is a future-focused study, which means the overlap in the study area does not impact ProPEL Indy’s ability to identify needs and develop options for future improvements in the overlapping area.
Study Schedule
ProPEL Indy Pillars
Transportation is more than just roads; it’s a pathway to economic growth, quality of life, mobility, and equity for all. ProPEL Indy is a collaborative effort, and your voice and engagement is shaping the future of our crossroads. The ProPEL Indy Pillars represent the cornerstones of the study – while we work together to modernize our interstates.
In this pillar, the study team is assessing transportation systems that consider quality of life and livability factors. We can promote vibrant communities by considering factors such as accessibility, aesthetics, functional public spaces, noise and pollution mitigation. This pillar is focusing on prioritizing the overall well-being and quality of life for Indy residents.
With the ProPEL Indy study, we are diving deep into our transportation system, looking for interstate improvements that open and support economic opportunities for business at every scale.
Indiana is called the Crossroads of America for a reason. As Hoosiers, we value safe, reliable, and efficient infrastructure to get us to work, promote commerce, and provide a quality of life we expect. This pillar is focusing on interstate improvements while considering safety, connectivity, and mobility options.
Join the Conversation
ProPEL Indy is your chance to shape the future of Indianapolis. Provide your feedback and help strengthen our community for generations to come.