Construction Summary and Forecast

Northwest Ohio saw a very busy road construction year in 2013 and the completion of several large-scale projects in our region. A few of the major projects completed last year include:

·         Phase 1 of the I-75/I-475 systems interchange in downtown Toledo

·         Complete repaving of the busiest part of Secor Rd. in Toledo

·         Complete repaving of Main St. in Bowling Green

·         Construction of the Wales Rd. grade separation in Northwood

·         A new roundabout at Sylvania/Mitchaw in western Lucas County

·         I-475 safety projects on ramps at both Corey Rd. and Talmadge Rd.

The list of projects for 2014 is now taking shape. Some that will have a significant impact on regional travel include:

·         Grade separation at McCord Rd. in Sylvania Township/Holland

·         I-75 widening in Wood County from Devil’s Hole Rd. in Middleton Township south into Hancock County

·         Rehabilitation of I-75 from Central Ave. to Dorr St. in Toledo

·         Ramp reconfiguration at the US 23/I-475 systems interchange in Sylvania Township

·         Re-decking and repair of the Anthony Wayne Bridge. ODOT estimates that the bridge will be closed for 19 months. This link has more details.

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