Indiana State Road 332 (SR 332) is a short state highway located entirely within Hamilton County in the U.S. state of Indiana. The route serves as an east‑west connector between U.S. Route 31 (US 31) and Interstate 69 (I‑69), providing access to the suburban communities of Carmel, Westfield, and Fishers.
Route description
- Western terminus: SR 332 begins at an intersection with US 31 (North Meridian Street) near the northern edge of Carmel.
- Alignment: From US 31, the highway proceeds eastward as Troy Highway, a four‑lane arterial road that passes through residential and commercial areas of Carmel and Westfield.
- Major intersections:
- State Road 267 (SR 267) – a north‑south route serving the western part of the county.
- State Road 37 (SR 37) – a limited‑access highway that runs parallel to I‑69 in this region.
- Eastern terminus: The route ends at a trumpet interchange with I‑69 (the "Northwest Parkway") near the western fringe of Fishers. Beyond this interchange, the roadway continues east as a county‑maintained extension of Troy Highway.
The total length of SR 332 is approximately 5.6 mi (9.0 km), though precise mileage may vary slightly depending on measurement methodology.
History
SR 332 was commissioned in the early 1930s as part of Indiana’s expanding state highway system, intended to facilitate east‑west travel across the rapidly developing northern suburbs of Indianapolis. The route has undergone several upgrades, including widening to a divided four‑lane arterial and the construction of the interchange with I‑69, which opened in the 2010s to accommodate increased traffic volumes associated with regional growth.
Significance
- Transportation: SR 332 functions as a primary commuter corridor, linking residential neighborhoods with major north‑south routes (US 31 and I‑69) and supporting local economic activity.
- Development: The highway corridor has attracted commercial development, including retail centers, office parks, and mixed‑use projects, reflecting the broader suburbanization trends in Hamilton County.
Major intersections
| Milepost | Location | Intersection | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.0 | Carmel | US 31 (North Meridian St) | Western terminus |
| 2.1 | Westfield | SR 267 (Northwest 75th Street) | |
| 4.8 | Westfield | SR 37 (Northwest Parkway) | |
| 5.6 | Fishers | I‑69 (Northwest Parkway) | Eastern terminus (trumpet interchange) |
See also
- List of state roads in Indiana
- Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT)
References
- Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) highway logs and maps (accessed 2023)
- Hamilton County transportation planning documents (2022)
All information presented is derived from publicly available state and local transportation records.
