Bridge Work Planned on State Road 262 in Ohio County

A bridge deck overlay project will begin on April 1.

Shutterstock photo.

(Ohio County, Ind.) - Indiana Department of Transportation contractor Dave O'Mara Contractor, Inc. is scheduled to begin a bridge deck overlay project on State Road 262 over Arnold Creek on or after Tuesday, April 1, in Ohio County.

Work will take place just west of Rising Sun between Dutch Ridge Road and Nelson Road and is expected to be complete in mid-October, weather permitting. Temporary traffic signals will be used and an 11-foot width limit will be in effect while work is in progress. 

This work is part of a $1.5 million contract awarded to Dave O'Mara in December 2024. INDOT reminds drivers to slow down, use extra caution, and avoid distractions when traveling in and near work zones. All work is weather-dependent and schedules are subject to change.

More from Local News

Events

Arrest Made in Armed Robbery Outside Harrison Avenue Kroger

The incident took place on January 16.

Harrison Community Comes Together for Job Fair

The Harrison Job Fair happens March 5.

Tri-Champions Highlight ORVC Girls Basketball All-Conference Team

Fourteen players earned all-conference honors.

Local Sports Report - February 10, 2026

Report missing stats and scores to news@eaglecountryonline.com

Batesville's Hughes Named IBCA District 3 Player of the Week

Jennings County's girls basketball team was also honored.

Blake Shelton The Baby 0:55
Charley Pride I'm Gonna Love Her on the Radio 0:52
Maddie & Tae Fly 0:48
Kenny Chesney Happy Does 0:45