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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
Don Murphy recently reached his 25-Year Milestone Anniversary at The Franklin County Engineer’s Office. Thank you, Don, for your dedicated service to our constituents and #TeamFCEO!
Franklin County Engineer
Franklin County Engineer
It was a great day for the WABA - Westland Area Business Association Fourth of July Parade! The rain held off, and we had a blast passing out maps and engaging with the Westland community. We can't wait to see you all again next year! #WABAParade
Franklin County Engineer
Franklin County Engineer
Join us in wishing Franklin County Engineer, Brad Foster, P.E., P.S., a Happy Birthday! We hope you have a great day!
Franklin County Engineer
Franklin County Engineer
The Clouse Road Drainage Improvement project is making progress! Thanks to our contractor, J & J Schlaegel, Inc., for working hard on this project. Check back soon for updates.
Franklin County Engineer
Franklin County Engineer
#TeamFCEO participated in the Rise Up CBUS! event at South Side Settlement Heritage Park along with other public agencies and organizations. It was a great opportunity to share information about our office with the community. We are looking forward to participating in future events!
Franklin County Engineer
Franklin County Engineer
Engineer Foster and members of #TeamFCEO hosted a “Meet and Greet” for FCEO’s interns and summer help. We shared information about the roles and responsibilities of our office and answered questions from the group. Thank you, interns and summer help, for your hard work.
Franklin County Engineer's Office
970 DUBLIN ROAD
COLUMBUS, OHIO 43215
(614) 525-3030
fracoeng@franklincountyengineer.org
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Franklin County Engineer

Franklin County Engineer

BRAD FOSTER, P.E., P.S.

Brad Foster, P.E., P.S. is Franklin County’s 9th County Engineer. He received his Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering from The Ohio State University and is a registered Professional Engineer and Professional Surveyor in the state of Ohio. Engineer Foster began his career at the Franklin County Engineer’s Office in 2002 and has served in various roles throughout his tenure including project engineer, highway design engineer, assistant county engineer, Chief Deputy Engineer of Operations, and currently County Engineer.

During the last two decades, Engineer Foster has worked diligently to help improve the safety and quality of the county transportation system. He regularly represents the agency at the Franklin County Commissioners’ General Session and works closely with other county elected officials and administration on transportation and drainage-related issues. He upholds the agency’s collaborative mission by developing great working relationships with industry partners such as the Ohio Department of Transportation, local municipalities and townships, community partners, industry professionals, and, most importantly, the constituents of Franklin County.

Engineer Foster has administered design and construction on multiple projects in Franklin County and has been instrumental on projects such as the Groveport Road at Alum Creek Drive Improvement project, and the Alkire Road Railroad Bridge Improvement project (west of Harrisburg Pike) and has successfully coordinated several roundabout projects. Engineer Foster is an advocate of utilizing roundabouts to improve safety and efficiency in townships and surrounding communities.

Originally from Van Wert, Ohio, Engineer Foster lives in Dublin with his wife Jaime and their two children.

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