About the Project
The City of Toledo has been selected as the site of one of eight projects for the Ohio Department of Transportation's (ODOT) Speed Management Pilot Program.
Washington St. from 17th/Dorr St. to Summit St. will see a redesign intended to keep speeds below 25 mph. After its completion, this project will be monitored to determine its success and help shape future programs for ODOT that could lead to further funding opportunities statewide.
Funding
Ohio Department of Transportation's Safety Program is paying for the design consultant and construction up to $5.26M. The City of Toledo will cover the remaining cost.
Toledo is one of three Ohio municipalities that received the maximum award.
Timeline
2024 Conceptual Design
2025 - 2026 Final Design and Public Engagement
2027 Construction Begins
June 2025 Update
The City met with key stakeholders in October 2024 to discuss the first draft of the concept plans. We used this feedback and the target speed goals to choose the safest option within our budget constraints.
The design includes:
- A single lane roundabout at Indiana and Washington – creates a gateway and reinforces slower speeds
- Narrowing lane width – allows for medians and a buffered bike lane
- Flex Zone outside stadium with bumpouts – allows for safer pedestrian movements