The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) announced on Monday that it plans to invest $2.5 billion into more than 1,000 projects statewide to improve transportation and make the roadways safer.
“There is no better place to be than right here in Ohio, and these new projects will help us keep our infrastructure in a good state of repair,” said Governor Mike DeWine. “Everyone in our state benefits from safe roads, and I am looking forward to seeing the end results of this year’s roadway improvement projects.”
The construction program has 31 new "major" projects with a price tag upwards of $10 million. 190 safety projects are also planned, with the goal of reducing road fatalities. Over 5700 miles of pavement will be repaired or replaced, along with 823 bridges.
“These investments are made possible by hard-working Ohioans who use these roads and bridges every day to get to work, school, medical appointments, and family vacations. It is our duty to ensure the resources entrusted to us are used wisely,” said ODOT Director Jack Marchbanks.
ODOT is also looking to preserve roads and bridges with 95 cents of every dollar being invested in preserving the infrastructure.
ODOT implores motorists to pay attention in work zones to ensure the safety of both the drivers and the workers. In 2022, there were 133 ODOT crews struck while working along Ohio roadways.
“These workers are out there ensuring that your travels are as safe as possible. They just ask for your attention and patience in return,” said Marchbanks.
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Source: ODOT
