The Ohio Department of Transportation District 7 announced on March 17 that it is seeking public comments regarding several upcoming infrastructure projects in the region.
Projects open for comment include the Spangler Road Safety Improvements in Clark County, which involve reconstructing Spangler Road from Restoration Park Drive to Main Street. The project will raise the road to reduce flooding, improve site distance, upgrade signals at Main Street, and replace the bridge over Medway Creek. The Clark County Park District has requested that the Spangler Road Nature Preserve parking area be eliminated and redeveloped as lawn to address safety concerns and align with future development plans. Construction is now expected to begin in May 2027, delayed from an earlier anticipated start in 2026.
Other projects include the Piqua-Lockington Road Bridge Replacement in Miami County, which aims to replace a deficient bridge over the Great Miami River and widen roadway approaches. This project is expected to begin early 2028. Maintenance activities are also planned for the State Route 571 bridge over the Great Miami River in Bethel and Monroe Townships, with work scheduled for Spring 2028.
In Centerville, upgrades are proposed at the intersection of Clyo Road and Bigger Road to improve operational performance and reduce crash frequency and severity. This project is set to begin in Fall 2028. In Dayton, Phase 3 improvements on Gettysburg Avenue will see reconstruction from West Second Street to Hoover Avenue. Following public input and federal guidance regarding traffic signals, Dayton will request authorization from ODOT to retain a signal at Oakridge Avenue—costs covered by the city—while removing a signal at West Second Street.
Additionally, Main Street Pedestrian Enhancements Phase 2 in Dayton will address deteriorated brick pavers between First Street and Second Street as well as Fourth Street and Sixth Street by replacing them with concrete sidewalks. Other improvements include new curbs, tree plantings, planter boxes, and removal of benches; this work is scheduled for Spring 2029.
Those interested can submit comments regarding these projects—including their effects on residents, air quality, local economy, or historic resources—by April 30 via phone or email as listed on the official roster page.
