Crash Shuts Down Portion of I-65 in Bartholomew County

Officials temporarily closed northbound lanes after incident near mile marker 77

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

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A crash on Interstate 65 in Bartholomew County, Indiana forced officials to temporarily shut down a portion of the northbound lanes on Sunday. The incident occurred near mile marker 77, between the towns of Edinburgh and Taylorsville. At least one person was reported injured, though the extent of the injuries is currently unclear. Indiana State Police are investigating the cause of the crash, and have not provided a timeline for when the roadway will reopen.

Why it matters

Interstate 65 is a major north-south highway that connects several major cities in the Midwest. Any closures or disruptions to traffic flow on I-65 can have significant impacts on regional transportation and commerce. This particular stretch of the highway is a critical link between Indianapolis and Louisville.

The details

According to the Indiana Department of Transportation, the crash occurred around 3:02 pm on Sunday near mile marker 77 of I-65 northbound. The affected area was characterized as the northbound lanes between U.S. Highway 31 and the Bartholomew-Johnson county line. Indiana State Police are investigating the incident, but have not yet provided details on the cause of the crash or the number and severity of injuries.

  • The crash was first reported by INDOT around 3:02 pm on Sunday, March 1, 2026.

The players

Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT)

The state agency responsible for maintaining and overseeing Indiana's highway infrastructure, including Interstate 65.

Indiana State Police (ISP)

The law enforcement agency investigating the cause of the crash on I-65.

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What’s next

Indiana State Police have not provided a timeline for when the northbound lanes of I-65 will reopen following the crash. Motorists are advised to avoid the area and seek alternate routes until the roadway is cleared.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the importance of maintaining safe and reliable transportation infrastructure, as any disruptions to major highways like I-65 can have widespread impacts on regional travel and commerce. The investigation into the cause of the crash will be crucial in determining if any safety improvements or policy changes are needed to prevent similar incidents in the future.