ROSS COUNTY, OH – The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) has released its latest construction update for Ross County, highlighting several major projects currently underway. All work is weather permitting. Motorists are encouraged to check OHGO.com or follow ODOT District 9 on Facebook and X (Twitter) for real-time travel information.
U.S. Route 35
Resurfacing Project – Crews are resurfacing U.S. 35 between the Jackson County line and Vigo Road.
- At least one lane will remain open in each direction.
- Estimated completion: Fall 2025
County Road 222 (Charleston Pike)
Bridge Replacement Project – Work is ongoing between Blacksmith Hill Road and Concord Church Road.
- All lanes will remain open during construction.
- Estimated completion: Fall 2026
State Route 159 (Bridge Street)
Safety Improvement Project – Crews are making upgrades to interchanges, intersections, lighting, traffic signals, and pedestrian facilities between North Plaza Blvd. and the Chillicothe Mall entrance.
- At least two lanes will remain open in both directions.
- All turn lanes will remain available, including left turns from Bridge Street to River Trace Lane and Consumer Center Drive.
U.S. Route 23
Resurfacing Project – Work continues on U.S. 23 between S.R. 207 and U.S. 35.
- New Impacts (Sept. 5 – Oct. 20): Both northbound on/off ramps at the U.S. 23 and East Main Street interchange will be closed.
- Detour: U.S. 23 North traffic heading to East Main Street/Charleston Pike will use S.R. 159 and loop back south.
- East Main Street/Charleston Pike traffic heading to U.S. 23 North will be detoured via U.S. 23 South to Eastern Avenue (U.S. 50) before reconnecting northbound.
- At least one lane will remain open between S.R. 207 and the U.S. 23/U.S. 35 split.
- Estimated completion: Fall 2025
ODOT reminds drivers to plan ahead, allow extra time, and use caution in construction zones.
