Last updated: 03/31/2026
Project Overview
In late 2024, two sinkholes appeared on Arlington Ave. between Francis and National. We began work on the sewer replacement in 2025.
In 2026, we will begin a street reconstruction project between Spencer and Woodsdale and additional sewer updates between Detroit and Francis.
Construction 2026
Kokosing will continue working on the sewer replacement between Francis and National through Summer 2026. Geddis Paving and Excavating will begin the street reconstruction from Spencer to Toronto/Woodsdale.
Reconstruction Project Overview
The City will reconstruct Arlington Ave. from South Detroit Ave. to Spencer St. in 2026. We will remove and replace the road, drive aprons, and curbs. We will add bumpouts for on-street parking.
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Road Closures
Arlington Ave. will remain closed to through traffic from Detroit to Woodsdale.
There will be ongoing traffic restrictions on Arlington Ave. through 2028.
Timeline
October 2024 – 2 sinkholes appear near Francis Ave.
February 2025 – City rejects bid for $21 million from E.R. Zeiler
February 2025 – City conducts additional review of sewer
Spring 2025 – City installs and maintains bypass pump
Summer 2025 – City accepts bid from Kokosing for $7.9 million
July 2025 – Kokosing begins work to access sewer and assess potential repairs
September 2025 – City determined pipe is beyond repair and will need replaced. Projected cost is $16 million
Summer 2026 – Begin street reconstruction (Spencer to Toronto)
Fall 2026 – Anticipated completion date of sewer replacement between Francis and National
Bid sewer repair for Francis to Detroit
2027 – Street reconstruction Woodsdale to Francis and sewer repair Francis to Detroit
2028 – Street reconstruction Francis to Detroit
Sewer Overflows
There are no current sewer overflows, and the City continue to monitor all high-risk locations closely.
Water quality sampling is ongoing. Read more about genetic testing here.
Please keep in mind that health advisories remain in place for Delaware Creek, Swan Creek, and Heilman Ditch. Residents should avoid contact with creek water until further notice. See map.
The Toledo-Lucas County Health Department has also issued a public health advisory for Swan Creek and its tributaries from Eastgate to the Maumee River. Please avoid contact with water in and around the creek until further notice. See map.
Residents who see an overflowing manhole or experience water in the basement are urged to contact Engage Toledo at 419-936-2020, available 24 hours a day.
All updates:
Read the update from October 31
Read the update from October 10
Read the update from September 5
Project Cost
Sanitary Sewer Replacement – $16 million
Bypass pumping – $2 million
Reconstruction – $4.2 million
This project is supported by federal and state grants.
- $3.4 million federal
- $400,000 state
- $400,000 City of Toledo
Project Outcomes
- Better on-street parking
- Improved pavement condition
- New sewer infrastructure
- New waterline