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Dubois Today
By the People, for the People
Indiana Counties Awarded $179.8M in Transportation Grants
Funding to support road, bridge, and infrastructure improvements across the state
Published on Feb. 25, 2026
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The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) has awarded $179.8 million in federal transportation funding to 50 rural cities, towns, and counties for road, bridge, and infrastructure improvements across the state. Nearly $129.1 million of the funding will go toward rehabilitating or replacing 49 local bridges currently rated in poor condition. Additional funds will support pavement projects, sidewalks and ADA ramps, trails, and traffic safety improvements.
Why it matters
These transportation grants will help improve infrastructure and safety in rural communities across Indiana, addressing critical needs for roads, bridges, and other transportation assets. Investing in local infrastructure is key to supporting economic development and quality of life in these areas.
The details
Several local communities in southwest Indiana are among the recipients of the INDOT grants. Daviess County received $2.7 million for a bridge project and over $1 million for safety improvements. Pike County was awarded $2.7 million for a bridge project. Dubois County received $2.8 million for safety improvements, and Martin County was awarded $90,000 for countywide safety projects. Communities must provide at least a 20% local match and meet federal requirements to receive the funding.
- The Indiana Department of Transportation announced the $179.8 million in grants on February 19, 2026.
The players
Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT)
The state agency responsible for managing and improving Indiana's transportation infrastructure, including roads, bridges, and other assets.
Daviess County
A county in southwest Indiana that received over $3.3 million in grants for bridge and safety improvement projects.
Pike County
A county in southwest Indiana that received $2.7 million in grants for a bridge project.
Dubois County
A county in southwest Indiana that received $2.8 million in grants for safety improvement projects.
Martin County
A county in southwest Indiana that received $90,000 in grants for countywide safety projects.
The takeaway
These transportation grants will enable critical infrastructure improvements in rural Indiana communities, supporting economic development, safety, and quality of life for residents. The funding will help address long-standing needs for road, bridge, and other transportation asset upgrades across the state.
