Interstate 69 Ohio River Crossing 🇺🇸

The Interstate 69 Ohio River Crossing (I-69 ORX) is a major planned bridge and highway infrastructure project designed to carry the I-69 extension over the Ohio River, seamlessly linking Evansville, Indiana, with Henderson, Kentucky. Positioned roughly 1.62 miles upstream of the existing US 41 Bi-State Vietnam Gold Star Bridges, this key corridor sits just downstream from where the Green River flows into the Ohio River. As you explore this changing regional transit landmark, you will encounter a multi-section roadway project divided into three distinct development phases spanning both states.

You can observe newly constructed highway segments, including Section 1 on the Kentucky side stretching south of Henderson, which opened to traffic in late 2025. Future development includes a massive 2-3 mile causeway crossing the Indiana floodplain and a planned four-lane toll bridge spanning the river. When completed, this vital interstate segment forms part of the broader I-69 corridor connecting Michigan all the way to Texas.

Whether you are driving along the Kentucky approach near US 60 or tracing the progress near Evansville's southeast side, this evolving crossing represents a dramatic engineering effort connecting two neighboring river states.

What to see at Interstate 69 Ohio River Crossing

• Crosses the Ohio River between Evansville, Indiana, and Henderson, Kentucky.
• Located 1.62 miles upstream of the Bi-State Vietnam Gold Star Bridges.
• Forms a key piece of the national I-69 corridor stretching from Michigan to Texas.
• Features a planned four-lane toll bridge and a 2-3 mile Indiana floodplain causeway.

Visiting tips

Check local road schedules and project updates if you plan to drive through the newly opened Kentucky approach segments.

How long: 30-60 minutes · Best time: Daylight hours

How to get there & what’s nearby

Interstate 69 Ohio River Crossing is easy to reach on Henderson’s public transport. For where to stay, the weather and full itineraries, see our Henderson travel guide.