ROSS COUNTY, Ohio — The Ohio Department of Transportation has announced several ongoing and upcoming construction projects that will impact traffic across Ross County, including major closures along Bridge Street beginning this weekend.
Bridge Street Closures Start March 29
Drivers should prepare for significant changes along State Route 159 (Bridge Street) as part of a large-scale safety improvement project.
Beginning March 29:
- All southbound lanes between Stewart Road and North Plaza Boulevard will be closed
- Southbound traffic will be detoured (except access to westbound U.S. 35)
- The SR 104/High Street ramp to eastbound U.S. 35 will close
- North Plaza Boulevard will be closed at Bridge Street
In addition, the U.S. 35 east exit ramp to Bridge Street will be closed nightly from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. through April 1.
The project includes upgrades to interchanges, lighting, traffic control, and pedestrian access and is expected to continue through November 2026, with lane restrictions lasting into summer 2027.
Ongoing Construction Across the County
- State Route 138: A bridge replacement project remains in place between Water Street and Stingy Lane. The road is closed, with a detour posted via State Route 207 and U.S. 22. Work is expected to wrap up in fall 2026.
- U.S. Route 23: Nighttime resurfacing work is underway between State Route 207 and U.S. 35. Drivers can expect lane closures from 7 p.m. to 5 a.m., continuing through summer 2026.
- State Route 772: Crews continue slide repair work between McCann Lane and Rinehart Road, with temporary lane closures and flaggers in place. Completion is expected by summer 2026.
- County Road 222 (Charleston Pike): A bridge replacement project is ongoing between Blacksmith Hill Road and Concord Church Road. Traffic is being maintained, with completion expected in fall 2026.
Plan Ahead
ODOT urges motorists to use caution in work zones, expect delays, and plan alternate routes when possible as construction season ramps up across the region.
