INDOT Threatens Road Closures Unless Westfield Monon Trail Crossing Is Made Safer
INDOT Threatens Road Closures Unless Westfield Monon Trail Crossing Is Made Safer WESTFIELD, Ind. — A controversial crossing on the Monon Trail has brought state transportation leaders to the point where if things don’t get resolved to their satisfaction, they may close the interchange at U.S. 31 and 161st Street. Pedestrians, city leaders and engineers seem to agree something has to change. The question is what’s the best way to fix it? Trying to cross 161st Street on the Monon Trail on foot or bike can feel like a game of chicken around rush hour. “Pretty dangerous for everyone invo...