Noblesville and Hamilton County officials broke ground on the Reimagine Pleasant Street project on Monday.
When complete, city officials say Pleasant Street will enhance mobility through Noblesville and increase trail connectivity to create a safe, vibrant corridor for residents to drive, walk, or bike to downtown Noblesville. Officials say these upgrades will provide a critical east-west connection for travelers, making it easier to travel across town.
“This project has been more than 37 years in the making, and it’s exciting to see it finally begin,” Mayor Chris Jensen said. “Reimagine Pleasant Street is my administration’s top priority, and we are excited for the opportunities it will provide to Noblesville and Hamilton County residents.”
Click here to see the groundbreaking and hear comments from Mayor Jensen and Hamilton County Commissioner Steve Dillinger.
After Jensen and others spoke about the Pleasant Street project, the ceremonial turning of the dirt was performed. The rail bridge in the background of these images will be removed as part of the project. (Photo provided by American Structurepoint)
In addition to road and trail upgrades, the project includes a new bridge over the White River meant to alleviate traffic along State Road 32. In conjunction with local artists, the bridge will feature elements that will reflect the history and aesthetics of Noblesville and Hamilton County. The project also includes historical wayfinding signage to highlight notable people and events from Noblesville’s unique past.
“All of us are committed to seeing this transformational project come to life,” Commissioner Dillinger said. “These improvements will allow us to be forward-thinking and proactive when it comes to our infrastructure, growth, and development.”
Representatives from American Structurepoint, Beaty Construction, CHA Consulting, and USI Consultants were in attendance. American Structurepoint is managing the design of Pleasant Street. Beaty Construction is managing the construction of Pleasant Street. CHA and USI will lead the construction inspection of the project.
According to city officials and project leaders, Reimagine Pleasant Street isn’t just a road project – it’s a strategic community development of Noblesville to support the future. A new bridge, an aesthetically pleasing boulevard, and improved trail connections are all part of the project.
The critical first phase, which includes the construction of a new White River Bridge, will be open to traffic by the end of 2024. Phases II and III are anticipated to begin in Winter 2023, and the entire project will be complete by the end of 2025.
Learn more at reimaginepleasantst.com.
Reporter photos by Stu Clampitt / Photos provided by American Structurepoint
The fact that people’s homes were forcibly taken from them, businesses were forced to close for some people to be able to walk or bike to downtown Noblesville is sickening. I didn’t move here 24 yrs ago for this town to turn into Carmel or Fishers. Unfortunately since I’m outside city limits I have no voice when it comes to electing Mayor’s. Shame on you
Why don’t you do something with the old Firestone property
This project,and the forced upon us downtown parking garages,is taking away from the small town atmosphere.