Weekly Highland County construction update released by ODOT

The following ODOT construction projects are anticipated to affect highways in Highland County. 

All outlined work is weather permitting. Visit OHGO.com for travel updates or follow the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) District 9 on Facebook or Twitter for current Highland County construction information. 

State Route 73 & State Route 785

S.R. 73 & S.R. 785 Resurfacing — A resurfacing project on S.R. 73 and S.R. 785. S.R. 73 will be impacted between the Adams County line and Deer Run Road. S.R. 785 will be impacted between S.R. 247 and S.R. 73. This project has begun as of June 10.

At least one lane will be maintained on S.R. 73 and S.R. 785 for the duration of the project.

Estimated completion: summer 2025.

U.S. Route 50 & U.S. Route 62

U.S. 50 & U.S. 62 Pedestrian Safety Improvements — A pedestrian safety improvement project in the city of Hillsboro. This project has begun as of March 31.

Temporary flagging throughout the intersection.

Estimated completion: spring 2025.

To help ensure the safety of the construction workers as well as the traveling public, motorists should remain alert, reduce their speed, and watch for stopped traffic while passing through the work zone. Remember, move over or slow down.

Publisher's note: A free press is critical to having well-informed voters and citizens. While some news organizations opt for paid websites or costly paywalls, The Highland County Press has maintained a free newspaper and website for the last 26 years for our community. If you would like to contribute to this service, it would be greatly appreciated. Donations may be made to: The Highland County Press, P.O. Box 849, Hillsboro, Ohio 45133. Please include "for website" on the memo line.