Ohio Department of Transportation

05/06/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 05/06/2024 10:00

Athens County: Construction update

May 06, 2024| ODOT

The following projects are anticipated to affect highways in Athens County. Outlined work is weather permitting. Click on each route to see its location at OHGO.com.


U.S. 50/WASHINGTON ROAD SIGNAL REPLACEMENT/TURN LANE INSTALLATION
A signal replacement and turn lane installation project is taking place at U.S. 50/Washington Road.
Estimated Completion: November 1

U.S. 50/EAST STATE STREET RESURFACING
A resurfacing project begins on May 6 on U.S. 50 between Della Drive and River Road. Lane closures will be in place in both directions. Additionally, there will be periodic closures of the ramps from East State Street to U.S. 50, and from U.S. 50 to East State Street. Resurfacing begins in June on East State Street. Traffic will be maintained by flaggers.
Estimated Completion: August 15

SR 690 RESURFACING
A resurfacing project is taking place on SR 690, between U.S. 50 and SR 550. Traffic is being maintained by flaggers.
Estimated Completion: July 31

HOCKHOCKING ADENA BIKEWAY RESURFACING
The Hockhocking Adena Bikeway will be closed from May 21-June 14 for a resurfacing project.

SOUTH GREEN DRIVE PEDESTRIAN SAFETY IMPROVEMENTS
A pedestrian safety improvement project begins on May 13 on South Green Drive. Work includes installation of Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons (RRFB) and bulb outs. A 10 foot width restriction will be in place.
Estimated Completion: August 5