As Ohioans gear up for another year of road improvements, the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) has released its 2025 Construction Guide, detailing the ambitious plans to enhance the state’s transportation network. With a record-breaking investment and a focus on safety, the 2025 season is set to bring transformative changes to roads and bridges across Ohio.

Crawford County projects are included in the Guide and are profiled below. ODOT District 3-wide initiatives will be reviewed in a separate post.

ODOT has committed an unprecedented $2.8 billion to fund over 900 projects in the upcoming construction season. This significant investment underscores the state’s dedication to improving roadways, reducing congestion, and ensuring safer travel for millions of Ohioans. The extensive improvements scheduled for 2025 include more than 5,600 miles of road resurfacing and repairs, as well as 885 bridges set for maintenance, upgrades, or full replacements.

Major Projects and Safety Initiatives

Among the extensive list of projects, 39 new “major” undertakings—each valued at over $10 million—are set to make a lasting impact. These large-scale projects will address critical infrastructure needs, from highway expansions to essential bridge rehabilitations. In addition, ODOT has allocated resources to 176 safety-focused projects, aiming to improve road conditions, enhance visibility, and implement modern traffic management systems to reduce serious and fatal crashes.

What This Means for Drivers

With such a vast scope of projects, Ohio drivers should prepare for construction zones, detours, and adjusted traffic patterns throughout the year. However, ODOT is committed to minimizing disruptions and ensuring a smooth transition as improvements take shape. To explore the full scope of the 2025 Construction Guide, including project maps, timelines, and traffic impact details, visit ODOT’s official website. Stay informed, stay patient, and get ready for a safer, smoother driving experience across the Buckeye State.

U.S. 30 Pavement Repairs

• Project Description: Concrete pavement repairs along U.S. 30 from the Crawford/Wyandot County line to the Old Lincoln Hwy interchange.
• Traffic Impact: Traffic maintained at all times.
• District: 03
• Start Date: 2025-07-15
• End Date: 2025-10-15
• Cost: $2,796,000

U.S. 30 Bridge Repairs

• Project Description: Bridge repairs along U.S. 30 eastbound and westbound, just west of the SR 98 interchange, at the structures over the railroad tracks.
• Traffic Impact: Traffic maintained at all times.
• District: 03
• Start Date: 2026-04-01
• End Date: 2026-10-31
• Cost: $6,070,000

SR 4 & SR 96 Resurfacing

• Project Description: Resurfacing along SR 4 from SR 19 (Quaker Rd) to the Seneca County line; and along SR 96 from SR 602 to the Richland County line.
• Traffic Impact: Traffic maintained at all times.
• District: 03
• Start Date: 2026-05-18
• End Date: 2026-10-01
• Cost: $944,000

Marion Melmore Road (CR 1) Bridge Preservation

• Project Description: Bridge preservation on Marion Melmore Road between Benton Road over the Sycamore Creek.
• Traffic Impact: 90-day detour.
• District: 03
• Start Date: 2025-06-30
• End Date: 2025-10-31
• Cost: $1,117,000

SR 61 & SR 181 Minor Rehabilitation

• Project Description: Pavement repairs and bridge maintenance in Crawford and Richland Counties along SR 61 from Crawford-Morrow County Line Road to Monnett-New Winchester Road; between McNeil Road and just north of Thrush Ave; and SR 181 from just south of Main Street in Crestline to SR 309.
• Traffic Impact: Traffic maintained at all times.
• District: 03
• Start Date: 2025-05-01
• End Date: 2025-09-30
• Cost: $2,955,000

SR 61 & SR 181 & SR 309 Resurfacing in Richland & Crawford Counties

• Project Description: Resurfacing along SR 61 in the village of Crestline, from McNeil Rd to Oldfield Rd, in Crawford County; SR 181 from Scott St to SR 309 in Crawford and Richland County; and along SR 309 from the Morrow County line to just north of Monnett New Winchester Rd.
• Traffic Impact: Traffic maintained at all times.
• District: 03
• Start Date: 2025-05-01
• End Date: 2026-09-30
• Cost: $2,955,000

Pavement Markings in Crawford County

• Project Description: Pavement markings on various routes in Crawford County.
• Traffic Impact: Traffic maintained at all times.
• District: 03
• Start Date: 2025-05-01
• End Date: 2025-09-01
• Cost: $150,000

SR 4/SR 98 Resurfacing Through the City of Bucyrus

• Project Description: Resurfacing along SR 4 (Sandusky Ave) from E. Perry St. to Marion Rd, and SR 98 from Marion Rd to just north of Mount Zion Rd.
• Traffic Impact: Traffic maintained at all times.
• District: 03
• Start Date: 2026-05-01
• End Date: 2026-06-01
• Cost: $947,000