As a local public works agency headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, the Franklin County Engineer's Office is responsible for the maintenance and construction of 271 miles of county roadway and 351 county bridges, as well as upkeep of all county ditches, drains, retention basins, and other storm water facilities within the right-of-way of county roads in unincorporated areas. To meet the continuing development and infrastructure needs of Franklin County, the Engineer's Office utilizes the latest technologies for determining and maintaining roadway centerlines and boundaries; retracing and setting new monuments for original public land surveys; preparing geographic information system mapping for real estate tax assessments; and establishing precise countywide horizontal and vertical control to maintain uniformity in construction, surveying, and mapping.
We’re excited to share that the Pontius Road 1.50 Over Tributary to Little Walnut Creek Improvement Project is now complete! A special thank you to the Franklin County Engineer’s Office Bridge Department for their expertise and dedication throughout the process. Your hard work made this successful completion possible!
We were thrilled to welcome industry partners to the 2025 Ohio Concrete Fall Seminar for Central/Southeast Ohio! This year’s session brought together engineers, inspectors, and concrete professionals for meaningful discussions on best practices, new technologies, and project advancements across the region. Attendees also had the chance to hear project updates from the FCEO. Thank you to everyone who joined us and contributed to an energizing and informative event!
Happy GIS Day! This year’s theme, “Geo-Generalist Era: Where Spatial Meets Everything”, highlights how GIS connects people, places, and data in powerful ways. At the Franklin County Engineer’s Office, GIS supports everything from project planning and roadway safety to mapping infrastructure and improving how we serve our communities. Today we celebrate the tools and talent that help keep Franklin County moving. Visit https://www.gisday.com/en-us/resources for more information.
Join us to learn about the Franklin County Safety Action Plan! The Franklin County Engineer’s Office will be sharing information about the County’s efforts to improve roadway safety for all users. The meeting will take place on Thursday, November 20, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. at the North Linden Area Commission – Linden Recreation Center, 1350 Briarwood Avenue, Columbus, OH. Your input matters. Visit wspengages.com/FranklinSS4A to learn more and share your feedback.
#TeamFCEO was honored to host the WTS Columbus Annual Appreciation Breakfast! It was a fantastic morning celebrating the incredible work and dedication of WTS members and partners. We’re proud to support WTS and its mission to advance women in transportation. Thank you to everyone who attended!
Kropp Road, between Norton Road and Lukens Road, is closed for storm sewer installation. The closure will last for approximately fourteen (14) days, weather permitting.