Creating the Crossroads: 100 Years of Civil Construction in Indiana

Have you ever wondered how Indiana transformed from unsettled woodlands to the Crossroads of America?

Or have you ever driven through road construction and wondered what exactly was going on behind the barricades?

Creating the Crossroads: 100 Years of Civil Construction in Indiana offers a unique perspective about Indiana’s civil construction history, told through the lens of Indiana Constructors Inc., the trade association representing Hoosier highway, road, and bridge contractors. Among these pages, you will learn how Hoosier contractors survived the Great Depression and World War II, built the sprawling interstate system despite political scandals, and created a stable industry for future generations to benefit from, among many other things. Embark on a journey through Indiana’s civil construction history and uncover the hidden stories behind our highways, roads, and bridges. 

Hardcover, 80 pages. 2024, The Indiana Historical Society Press.  By Sara Marshall.