Launches Public Comment Period...

Ohio’s Transportation Review Advisory Council (TRAC) is scheduled to vote on the draft list of major new transportation construction projects...

After a year of discussing the looming transportation financial crisis facing Ohio, ODOT released funding projections that could result in pushing back by decades some of the state’s largest construc...

As Ohioans anticipate driving in winter weather, the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) says beware: “First is Worst,” especially on interstates and state-maintained highways, where speeds are...

ODOT is currently accepting applications for Safe Routes to School (SRTS) projects across Ohio. ...

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Special Video Edition: ODOT Holiday Traffic Advisory...

Winner of best safety tip gets message made into a safety video...

ODOT Thanksgiving Holiday Traffic Advisory...

Importance of Highways to Ohio Jobs and Looming Funding Shortfall Mandate Review of New Options for Maintenance, Expansion...

Armed with advanced traffic monitoring technology and innovative communications systems, ODOT's Traffic Management Center recently won Project of the Year from ITS Midwest....

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$200 million investment means more jobs for central Ohio...

I-270 is now OPEN to traffic, with the following ramps still closed: ...

Featuring All-Ohio Show Choir performing a live music video, the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) and Ohio’s First Lady Karen Kasich kicked-off Walk+Bike to School Month today...

NASCAR Nationwide Series driver Ricky Stenhouse, Jr. has joined ODOT's "Every Move You Make, Keep it Safe” roadway safety campaign as the voice of two radio public service announcements (PSAs) airin...

Labor Day weekend the deadliest holiday on Ohio roads...

Teens driving to school are nearly three times more likely to get involved in a crash according to a new five-year safety analysis by ODOT...

Selected Team to Help Determine Next Steps for the Ohio Turnpike...

Featuring 2010 NASCAR Nationwide Series Rookie of the year...

To kick-off opening day of the 2011 Ohio State Fair, the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) revealed the new Ohio State Highway Map, which for the first time includes a QR code that allows smar...

July 4th Weekend Traffic Report...

ODOT combats crash increase with “Share the Road Ohio” campaign...

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Memorial Day Weekend Traffic Report...

Public has until May 20 to submit comments...

Projects Focused on Economic Development and Safety...

Construction season kicks-off this week...

Anticipated federal transportation funds will go to 90 SRTS infrastructure improvements projects in local communities: improving sidewalks, creating new walking/biking connections, putting in bike ra...

Drivers take heed: You are more likely to be injured or killed in a work zone on a dry and sunny August afternoon than any other time of year....

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Each year, the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) is forced to spend $4 million on litter pick-up . . . a preventable problem....

The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) announces today the public review and comment period for the 2012-2015 Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) will run from April 4 thru Apri...

Half of all flood-related deaths occur in automobiles...

The Ohio Transportation Review Advisory Council (TRAC) will hold a regular, non-voting meeting on Wednesday, Feb. 23 at 10:30 a.m. at the Ohio Department of Transportation’s Central Office in Columbu...

Twelve new district directors to lead future transportation investments in Ohio...

First woman director led record construction investment in multi-modal transportation system...

Safety analysis identifies leading cause of crashes in 2010...

Taking a cue from the comic book superhero who uses green light to protect the people of Earth, the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) is hoping a Green Lantern will protect its snowplows from ...

ODOT Holiday Traffic Update...

TRAC proposes $167.6 million in new construction, project planning and engineering...

Friday’s Lights for Life encourages Ohioans to drive with headlights on all day...

More than three dozen new vehicles part of three-year $150 million transit partnership pledge...

No longer are snowplows and salt the Ohio Department of Transportation’s only tools to keep drivers safe during the winter season. This year, ODOT is unleashing several new cyber-tools to help motori...

Thanksgiving Holiday Traffic Update: Online Help for Ohio Drivers to Avoid Traffic Tie-Ups...

Nearly half of winter related crashes on major Ohio highways occur during holiday shopping period...

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Working for Winter...

Program improves quality of life for the elderly and persons with disabilities...

New safety analysis shows rise in risk of children being struck by cars while Trick-or Treating...

Based on new passenger rail ridership figures from Amtrak, a review by the ODOT and the ORDC shows that the demand for transportation choice is on the rise, with 14 percent more Ohioans riding passen...

New study reveals historic ‘Bang for the Buck’ in terms of business growth, middle-class jobs...

Number of crashes typically triples in October - to more than 120 crashes a day...

The Cincinnati Reds aren’t the only team gearing up for the playoff season. On Sunday, ODOT will be showing off its game-day E.R.A. - Easier Roads Ahead - by helping baseball fans avoid traffic tie-u...

To encourage more women and minorities in Ohio to enter the highway construction industry, the Ohio Department of Transportation is targeting new funding - including federal stimulus funds - into new...

U.S. DOT News Release...

Operational Readiness Events keep Ohio’s economic engine running...

ODOT - along with the Ohio Department of Public Safety and the Ohio Traffic Safety Office - are educating drivers about the dangers of distracted driving in an effort to reduce the 5,000 accidents in...

As portions of Ohio received an onslaught of severe weather last night, highway workers from ODOT have been out in full-force assisting local towns and villages to ensure transportation infrastructur...

** MEETING NOTICE ** Ohio’s Transportation Review Advisory Council (TRAC) will hold four regional public hearings around the state....

First freight trains run on Norfolk Southern corridor from Port of Virginia to Columbus and Midwest...

Winning proposal calls for completion of construction full year earlier than planned...

Motorists advised to plan alternate routes and allow additional travel time...

TIGER II Grant Requests include Electric Cars, Aerospace Runway and Ohio River Ports...

Safety analysis shows average of 10 crashes involving buses each school day...

Highway, Bridge, and Water Port Construction lead to record month...

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Cleveland’s New I-90 Innerbelt Bridge: Northeast Ohio Residents asked to Share Their Thoughts on Bridge Aesthetics...

Part of decade-long $800 million investment strategy into key Ohio freight corridor...

U.S. Deputy Secretary of Transportation visits on Opening Day to highlight Recovery Act...

$10.5 million in paychecks, 1300 new workers reported in single month...

Nelsonville Bypass Update...

ODOT Director joins national launch of multi-modal freight capacity report...

On the heels of $15 million in funding from Ohio’s Transportation Review Advisory Committee, Cincinnati’s proposed Downtown-to-Uptown streetcar project was pushed further along the track to construct...

Fourth of July Holiday Traffic Advisory...

Major Transportation Projects in every region of Ohio during SFY 2010...

Ohio Governor Ted Strickland joined other federal, state and local officials to kickoff the $3.3 million American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) Lorain Port Authority at Spitzer Marina project....

With President Obama in Columbus to mark the 10,000th Recovery Act road project in the nation to get underway, preliminary figures from the Ohio Department of Transportation show that nearly 7,000 co...

ODOT restoring Safe Transportation after Deadly Tornado...

Historic $15 million direct investment in 11 local and regional transit agencies...

State crews respond to widespread damage in Northwest Ohio...

ODOT to begin rush hour tweets to help keep motorists safe...

Transportation Review Advisory Council accepting applications for all modes of travel and shipping...

Stay safe by preparing for 15% increase in traffic and major construction projects...

Having helped Gov. Strickland make significant impacts on the future transportation system of Southeast Ohio, ODOT District 10 Deputy Director Larry Woodford is announcing his retirement after more t...

ODOT highlights more than $100 million in bicycle and pedestrian investments...

Prioritizing transportation projects that promote the growth of jobs and economic development, Ohio’s Transportation Review Advisory Council (TRAC) has approved the state’s plans for investing more t...

Oprah’s National No Phone Zone Day...

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National Work Zone Safety Awareness Week...

Study project in Toledo could save tax dollars and help the environmen...

With investments being made in every county of Ohio and in every major mode of transportation, the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) is “igniting Ohio’s economic engine”...

With projects aimed at keeping children from walking in the streets or along train tracks to increasing the number of police officers watching over school zones, the Ohio Department of Transportation...

First statewide conference on building healthier communities...

Healthy Communities Active Transportation (HCAT) Conference March 30...

More than 26,000 Ohio employees already tied to railroad industry...

‘Tis the Season to Target Trash...

TRAC proposes $103.2 million in new construction, project planning and engineering...

Strong relationship with General Assembly important as state begins historic $2 billion construction program...

Flood watch alerts in northern Ohio...

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ODOT winter workforces continually repairing pavement damage between storms...

Look for the Lights...

More than $935 million in state and local infrastructure projects approved by Feds...

Declines in deaths reflect the safest year on record...

Portage Area Regional Transportation Authority Also Receives $20 Million in TIGER Funding to Improve Transit Opportunities in Northeast Ohio...

ODOT Ready for More Winter Weather...

State, Local Leaders and Rail Supporters from Across Ohio Join in Columbus to Celebrate at the Statehouse...

Five Major Roadway Projects Approved for Accelerated Construction by TRAC Today...

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Time running out for Communities to apply for Bike and Pedestrian Funding...

As winter storms move out of Ohio, crews from the ODOT continue to clear roads and salt bridges and overpasses....

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21st Century ODOT to meet Ohio’s 21st Century multi-modal transportation needs...

With only weeks until an expected announcement on whether Ohio will receive federal stimulus funds for the 3C “Quick Start” Passenger Rail Plan, many Ohioans are making a New Year’s Resolution to con...

To help motorists ‘know before they go’ into the new year, the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) will offer a special midnight “traffic tweet” on travel conditions along interstates and major ...

Holiday Traffic Advisory...

When winter weather hits Ohio’s highways, the ODOT wants drivers to “know before they go” with a safe driving “tweet” from Twitter....

At least $32 million targeted at 270 locations across the state...

Passenger Rail could soon provide cheaper, easier travel to 220,000 Ohio college students...

Nation’s Largest Retailer to share ODOT’s Winter Safety Message with Millions of Ohioans...

Passenger train stations in Cleveland, Columbus, Cincinnati, and Dayton will serve as more than just stopping places for trains along Ohio's 3C "Quick Start" Service, according to research by the ODO...

Motorists Reminded: “Ice and Snow… Take It Slow”...

Motorists Reminded: “Ice and Snow… Take It Slow”...

With snow in the forecast for parts of Ohio this Thanksgiving weekend, the ODOT encourages motorists to get ready - and - during Ice and Snow…Take it Slow....

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Construction at I-70/I-75 Interchange Complete...

State’s Rail Commission prefers DMUs to traditional Locomotives...

“Lights for Life” safety messages help make Ohio roads safer...

ODOT: New Segments of U.S. Route 24 Open to Traffic...

In response to requests by officials in Ohio and Pennsylvania, the US DOT and the FRA will review the feasibility of extending the nation’s designated high-speed passenger rail corridors to include t...

New Numbers used to update Federal Recovery Report...

Adding to the unprecedented interest in passenger rail development in Ohio, the multi-state Midwest Interstate Passenger Rail Commission (MIPRC) will hold the group’s first-ever meeting in Ohio Thurs...

US 33 Nelsonville Bypass Groundbreaking...

105 proposed projects seek a total of nearly $2 billion in planning and design...

Updated safety statistics from ODOT reveal that motorists in both rural and urban regions of the state need to watch out for dangerous - and sometimes deadly - accidents involving deer-vehicle crashe...

Equipment ready to keep roads safe during winter weather...

With statewide support stretching across public and private sectors, ODOT and ORDC began the process of submitting the state’s federal application for the Ohio 3C “Quick Start” Passenger Rail Plan, c...

Ohio’s Transportation Review Advisory Council (TRAC) is scheduled to convene its next meeting on Thursday, October 8, at 10:00 a.m., at the Ohio Department of Transportation’s Central Office in Colum...

Ohio’s 3C “Quick Start” Passenger Rail Plan: "Rally for Rail."...

ODOT Director Molitoris announced that Tim Burkepile has chosen to step down from his position, returning to construction management. Leonard Brown has been appointed as the new Deputy Director in t...

State Agencies and Businesses discuss Dangers of Distracted Driving...

Fans on Facebook and Online Polling Show Growing Support...

Transit Agencies in Ohio throw support behind State’s Passenger Rail Plan...

TIGER Grant applications seek $587,899,855 in funding...

Estimated half-a-million riders each year projected in Ohio...

As Ohio finalizes its federal application for stimulus funding for the 3C “Quick Start” Passenger Rail Plan, Amtrak is announcing early stimulus-funded investments along it current long-distance rout...

While Labor Day often signals the unofficial end of summer, ODOT’s historic construction season will continue well into the fall. So ODOT reminds drivers to be watchful and knowledgeable as they vent...

Update on Ohio’s Transportation Stimulus Investments...

On-line, on the phone, on the radio, and in person - more Ohioans are making their voices and opinions heard on Ohio’s 3C “Quick Start” Passenger Rail Plan....

Two million reasons to ‘Take Care, Be Aware’ for Back to School ODOT Safety Effort aims to reduce 1802 School Bus Accidents last year...

In recognition of two United States presidents who called Southwest Ohio home, the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) is designating 52 miles of roadways in Hamilton and Butler counties as the ...

While the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) and Ohio Rail Development Commission (ORDC) continue to advance the 3C “Quick Start” Passenger Rail Plan, early estimates by the state’s top passeng...

The Ohio Transportation Review Advisory Council’s (TRAC) regularly scheduled meeting for Thursday, August 13, has been rescheduled for Thursday, August 27, 10:00 am, at the Ohio Department of Transpo...

This coming winter will be more “green” in Ohio. By reducing diesel emissions and using more alternative fuels on nearly 800 snow plows, the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) has earned one of...

Maintaining a tradition dating back nearly a hundred years, ODOT has a diverse display at this year’s Ohio State Fair, showcasing ODOT’s historic infrastructure investments and Ohio’s safer and green...

Governor Strickland joins eight-state effort to secure Federal Funds ...

3CisME.ohio.gov offers latest news and public comment...

Independence Day Traffic Update...

Change in Interstate Speed Limit for Trucks to take effect Wednesday...

More of Ohio’s elderly and people with disabilities will find it easier to travel to jobs, school, and healthcare this year with an investment of $3.2 million in new transit vehicles and equipment fr...

Update on Ohio’s Transportation Stimulus Investments...

Update on Ohio’s Transportation Stimulus Investments...

Update on Ohio’s Transportation Stimulus Investments...

Meeting Notice...

ODOT Memorial Day Traffic Advisory...

As bicycle enthusiasts across Ohio prepare for National Bike Week, May 11-15, ODOT is reminding motorists to “Share the Road” with bike riders....

New role will lead ODOT District 5, covering seven-county region in east/central Ohio...

In an effort to link Ohio travelers and visitors to the more than 700 registered tourist destinations in Ohio’s Appalachian region, the ODOT is rebranding three of the department’s Travel Information...

Meeting Notice...

Motorcycle Season in Ohio begins with Heightened Safety Efforts...

Update on Ohio’s Transportation Stimulus Investments...

Ohio Governor Ted Strickland applauds the Obama administration’s strategic plan for national high-speed rail service....

Federal funds aimed at encouraging more students to walk or bike to school...

ODOT urges Motorists to go “Slow for the Cone Zone” This Coming Weekend...

Moved from April 9 to Thursday, May 14, 2009...

State invests $1.9 billion in construction projects in every region of the state...

Statewide effort to reduce 5,197 highway work zone crashes last year...

House Bill 2 contains nearly $7.3 billion for transportation projects and public safety. The bill includes an additional $1.9 billion in federal American Recovery and Reinvestment Act resources and $...

In accordance with federal regulations and ODOT's Public Involvement Process, public comment is being accepted on the list of new projects not currently on the FY 2008-2011 STIP....

149 Projects Projected to Create 21,257 Ohio Jobs...

The Cleveland Cavaliers, Columbus Crew, Cincinnati Bengals, Columbus Blue Jackets and Columbus Clippers have announced that they are on board with the plan for start-up rail service in the 3-C Corrid...

Federal deadline to submit list of priority transportation projects March 31...

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Information and links related to ODOT's 2010-2011 State Transportation Budget efforts, including testimonies and presentations....

All Expressions of Interest for Transportation Resources Must be Submitted to Recovery.ohio.gov No Later Than Tuesday, March 3 to Meet Federal Deadline...

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Many challenges lie ahead...

Beasley Announces Retirement from ODOT...

New Bridges and Widened Roadways among the 493 projects completed in 2008...

ODOT End-of-Year Holidays Traffic Advisory...

ODOT to deliver report and recommendations to Governor Strickland...

Nation’s Largest Retailer to share ODOT’s Winter Driving Safety Message with millions of Ohioans...

1,100 Ohio Companies Get Behind Winter Safety Message...

Birthday, Clock, and Foot Weight Leading Factors in Winter Roadway Accidents...

Notice of TWO Scheduled TRAC Meetings...

Recognizing that a significant number of local communities have been unable to access salt for this winter driving season, the department is expanding its Smart Salt Strategy to share some of the sta...

ODOT urges Extra Care and Planning to prevent High Accident Rate this Thanksgiving...

Notice of Regularly Scheduled TRAC Meeting...

Motorists reminded: Ice and Snow…Take It Slow...

Ohio’s Transportation Review Advisory Council (TRAC) will convene its October meeting on Thursday, October 23, at 10:00 a.m., at the ODOT Central Office....

“Transportation for America” report part of Ohio's 21st Century Transportation Priorities Task Force research...

New “Smart Salt Strategy” introduced; Motorists reminded: Ice and Snow… Take It Slow...

ODOT, ODPS partner on reducing deadly accidents involving Ohio’s youngest drivers...

Recently Reduced Crash Numbers Should Not Give Drives a False Sense of Security...

Ohioans accessing up-to-date traffic information on BuckeyeTraffic.org...

Ohio’s Transportation Review Advisory Council (TRAC) will convene its regularly scheduled September meeting on Thursday, September 25, at 10:00 a.m., at the ODOT's Central Office in Columbus....

Ohio Traffic expected to rise for Friday Start of Labor Day Weekend...

With the end of summer break fast approaching for Ohio’s children, the department is advocating for a safe start to the school year by reminding motorists to watch for buses returning to the road and...

$3.7 million awarded statewide to improve transit for elderly, disabled Ohioans...

Anniversary of Minneapolis collapse reminder of aging ‘Baby Boomer’ bridges...

State resources target safety on bridges with similar design. New outreach effort offers insight to local bridge needs...

National Study shows $140 Billion Price Tag to Repair and Modernize America’s Baby Boomer Bridges...

ODOT is showcasing a unique vehicle at this year’s Ohio State Fair, promoting the department’s efforts to support a more multi-modal transportation system throughout the state....

The Transportation Review Advisory Council (TRAC) will convene its regularly scheduled July meeting on Thursday, July 24, at 10:00am, at the Ohio Department of Transportation’s Central Office in Colu...

Despite the record high gas prices found at fuel pumps across the state, highway travel this extended 4th of July holiday weekend is expected to rise, according to traffic experts with ODOT. With the...

The Transportation Review Advisory Council (TRAC) will convene its regularly scheduled June meeting on Thursday, June 19, at 10:00am, at the Ohio Department of Transportation’s Central Office in Colu...

The Memorial Day weekend is the first major travel event of the summer, and with highway construction season in full swing and more vehicles expected on the roads, ODOT wants drivers to put safety fi...

Opinions also reveal Ohio motorists and businesses changing moods and modes, blaming record-high gas prices for switch to alternative transportation...

Industry experts, state leaders named to Ohio 21st Century Transportation Priorities Task Force...

The Transportation Review Advisory Council (TRAC) will convene its regularly scheduled April meeting on Thursday, April 17, at 10:00 a.m., at the ODOT’s Central Office....

Concerned by the deaths of 14 motorists and more than 1,860 injures from accidents in state's highway construction work zones last year, ODOT is trying a new way to illuminate the need for safety – b...

Standing in front of the construction equipment that will soon be used to modernize Interstate 75 through downtown Dayton, ODOT's Director officially kicked off the department’s historic 2008-2009 Co...

Hoping to prevent a $4 million problem marring Ohio’s highway system, the ODOT kicked off its annual spring litter cleanup this week by enlisting the help of an army of volunteers to prevent litter C...

The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) knows this Easter holiday will be a busy time for the state’s roads and highways. In addition to the start of the highway construction season, the Easter ...

Building upon Governor Strickland’s commitment to modernizing the state’s multi-modal transportation system, ODOT Director Beasley has appointed Jolene Molitoris, to Assistant Director at ODOT, capit...

ODOT Reminds Motorists to Give Snow Plows Room to Work. More winter weather forecast to impact drive times....

With nearly 275,000 tons of salt on hand and more on the way, the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) stands ready to battle the next winter storm, which is expected to move through Ohio....

Ohio’s Transportation Review Advisory Council (TRAC) will convene its regularly scheduled February meeting on Thursday, February 14th, at 10:00 a.m., at the Ohio Department of Transportation’s Centra...

As Ohio marks the 30th anniversary of the Great Blizzard of 1978, the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) is using the date to remind motorists: “Ice and Snow…Take it Slow.”...

In cooperation with communities across the state to make walking and bicycling to school a safe and routine activity once again, the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) is directing more than $4...

Applications also being accepted for future Transportation Enhancement Projects...

Two Expedited Preservation Projects totaling $142 million will ensure Reliability for Northeast Ohio motorists...

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