US20, HMA overlay minor structural, US 20 US 12 (columbus AVE.) to SR 152, lake county, R-43386

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) awarded a Formula Grant totaling $5,194,775.49 to the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) on May 22, 2025, under the Highway Planning and Construction program (CFDA 20.205). This award funds project R-43386, which involves Hot Mix Asphalt (HMA) overlay and minor structural improvements on US Route 20 in Lake County, Indiana, spanning from US Route 12 (Columbus Avenue) to State Road 152 within the LaPorte District. The project represents a preservation and maintenance initiative designed to extend the service life of the existing highway infrastructure and enhance road safety and functionality.

Under the Highway Planning and Construction program, INDOT utilizes formula-based federal allocations to support highway construction, preservation, and improvement activities on eligible public roads. This specific award exemplifies the program's focus on preventive maintenance and infrastructure preservation, whereby HMA overlay work addresses pavement deterioration and structural deficiencies without requiring full reconstruction. The project aligns with the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) authorization framework and reflects Indiana's transportation priorities as determined through the state's established project selection process in coordination with local officials and the FHWA Division Office.

Project description

R-43386 - DES 2002312 HMA overlay minor structural on US20 in lake county laporte district