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Franklin County Engineer

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.
Franklin County Engineer
Franklin County Engineer
Happy GIS Day! Today, we celebrate the incredible power of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) in transforming data into actionable insights. From mapping our communities to solving global challenges, GIS empowers us to make smarter decisions every day. Join us in recognizing the value of GIS and the professionals behind it who help us understand and navigate the world! #GISDay
Franklin County Engineer
Franklin County Engineer
Alkire Road over Hellbranch Run, west of Kunz Road, is now open to traffic.
Franklin County Engineer
Franklin County Engineer
Kropp Road, north of Haenzel Road, is now open to traffic.
Franklin County Engineer
Franklin County Engineer
Kropp Road, north of Haenzel Road, is closed due to a vehicle crash involving a downed powerline. The road will remain closed until the issue has been resolved.
Franklin County Engineer
Franklin County Engineer
In the event of inclement winter weather, it is essential to drive significantly below the posted speed limit and maintain a safe distance between vehicles to ensure safety. For additional winter weather preparedness tips, please visit the Ohio Weather Safety website at weathersafety.ohio.gov.
Franklin County Engineer
Franklin County Engineer
We are pleased to announce the successful completion of the Alton & Darby Creek Road 1.88 over Clover Groff Ditch project. Many thanks to the contractor, J&J Schlaegel, Inc., and the inspection team at CTL Engineering, Inc., for their commitment and hard work in bringing this project to a successful close.
Franklin County Engineer's Office
970 DUBLIN ROAD
COLUMBUS, OHIO 43215
(614) 525-3030
fracoeng@franklincountyengineer.org
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Bridge and Highway Design Departments

Bridge Department

ED HERRICK III, P.E.

Bridge Engineer

The Bridge Department provides a variety of engineering services that ensure the safe operation and structural integrity of the county’s bridges and culverts. Their duties include managing the production of construction plans and cost estimates prepared by engineering consultants and department staff, inspecting and inventorying bridges and culverts, creating plans for county maintenance operations, analyzing truckloads for bridges, implementing quality control standards to meet state and federal regulations, and supplying technical assistance to other departments and public entities.

For more information, Please contact Ed Herrick, P.E., Bridge Engineer.

Highway Design Department

MATTHEW REHFUS, P.E., S.I.

Highway Design Engineer

Design and Construction Standards

The Franklin County Engineer’s Office adheres to the latest design and construction standards enacted by the State of Ohio and City of Columbus for the maintenance and improvement of roads, bridges, utilities, and drainage facilities. To view these standards, please use the following links:

  • Ohio Department of Transportation

Division of Construction Management
Office of CADD & Mapping Services
Office of Materials Management
Office of Roadway Engineering
Office of Structural Engineering
Office of Traffic Engineering

  • City of Columbus Transportation Division

Document Library

  • Ohio Environmental Protection Agency

EPA Rules and Laws

  • Public Utilities Commission of Ohio

Commission Web Site

  • Ohio Utilities Protection Service

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