ODOT Announces Funding for Suspension Bridge Road Project

$8.7 million will support bridge projects as part of ODOT’s Local Major Bridge Program.

COLUMBUS - The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) today announced the award of $8.7 million to support bridge projects as part of ODOT's Local Major Bridge Program. 

This round of funding will go to modernizing and repairing four bridges throughout the state, including Suspension Bridge Road in Hamilton County. 

"Investing in our local bridges builds safer connections and supports our economy by keeping our transportation system moving,” said Governor DeWine. “Every dollar spent on bridge infrastructure is a direct investment in the security and prosperity of our communities.”

According to ODOT, $932,800 will be dedicated to the Suspension Bridge Road Major Preventative Maintenance project. 

The project, slated for 2029, includes a new asphalt surface, expansion joint replacement, guardrail replacement, and other vital maintenance on the Suspension Bridge Road over Whitewater River.

The Local Major Bridge Program provides Federal funds to counties and municipalities for bridge replacement, bridge rehabilitation, bridge demolition, and major bridge preventative maintenance projects. To qualify for the program, the bridge must be a moveable/lift bridge or a bridge having a deck area greater than 15,000 square feet. ODOT will fund up to 80 percent of eligible costs for all phases of the projects receiving awards. There is a maximum project cap of $20,000,000.

“Local communities depend on ODOT funding programs to maximize their infrastructure dollars and ensure their transportation assets are safe and reliable for years to come,” said ODOT Director Pamela Boratyn.