Ohio Department of Transportation

Providing a world-class transportation system that improves the lives of all Ohioans.

With a mission to provide a transportation system that is safe, accessible, well maintained, and positioned for the future, the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) supports the state highway system and promotes transportation initiatives statewide. As a more than $3 billion per year enterprise, ODOT invests the bulk of its resources in system preservation through maintenance, construction, and snow and ice operations. Visit ODOT's Strategic Plan for more details on our vision, guiding principles, the four pillars of our strategic advance, key performance metrics, and additional transportation system facts.

OHGO: Real-Time Traffic and Road Status Information

Plan your travels with real-time traffic information and details on closures, incidents, traffic cameras, and more.

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Manuals & Specifications

Manuals, specifications, proposal notes, and other contractual standards for the design and construction of ODOT projects.

Projects

Construction projects are important investments to maintain and support the transportation system in Ohio.

Road Conditions & Closures

Find all the resources you need to plan ahead for your commute in Ohio this winter.

Contracting & Consulting

The Office of Contracts and the Office of Consultant Services handle our agency's highway design, professional services, vendor, and construction contracts.

Career Opportunities

ODOT is a great place to work! Learn about our agency and browse positions in highway maintenance, engineering, IT, finance, human resources, and much more.

Permits

From new driveways on a highway to oversized loads traveling through Ohio, ODOT manages most permit applications electronically.

The Loop: ODOT's Weekly Video Spotlight

ODOT and HAPCAP Announce Expansion of GoBus Service

The upcoming expansion will double the service footprint, extending routes to Western and Northern Ohio.

Troopers target Move Over violators in ODOT work zone

Ohio’s Move Over law is designed to protect the lives of everyone who works on or uses our roadways, and the Ohio State Highway Patrol (OSHP) routinely makes this a priority.

ODOT gearing up for snow and ice season

Equipment is being checked to ensure it is ready to go.

Resources For Residents, Communities, and Travelers

Traffic Information and Road Conditions

Real-time traffic information, travel speeds, traffic cameras, and more to plan your travels can be found on OHGO.

Phones Down. It's the Law.

It is now illegal to use or hold a cell phone or electronic device in your hand, lap, or other parts of the body while driving on Ohio roads.

Safety Program

Real-time traffic information, travel speeds, traffic cameras, and more to plan your travels can be found on OHGO.

Ohio Byways

From the gorgeous shores of Lake Erie to the historic Ohio River Valley, there are 27 designated Ohio Byways to explore.

Damage Claims, Potholes, and Roadway Defects

Learn how to report potholes and debris on Ohio's highways and file damage claims.

Litter

ODOT maintains almost 50,000 lane miles of highway and 80,000 acres of right-of-way. We have a lot of ground to cover – and unfortunately, so does litter. Yes, we see it, too.

Maps

View and order the official Ohio transportation map, and access other various state map resources.

Rest Areas

ODOT maintains rest areas along the highway system. Learn where they're located, the amenities they offer, and additional information.

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Resources For Business Partners and Local Agencies

Consultant Services

All ODOT consulting opportunities, including access to announcements, notifications, programmatics, prequalification, selections, and proposal and fee information.

Contracts

Information about ODOT contracts, bidding documents, plans and proposals, invitations to bid on purchasing contracts, and prequalification information.

Data Tools & Applications

Information on the state's transportation system to aid planning processes and support project decision-making.

Funding

A portal with search functions to explore most of ODOT's transportation funding opportunities.

Publications

Looking for the DRRC or CRRC? Try our Publications gateway, a replacement to access key ODOT guidelines, specifications, manuals and more.

Training

Links and details on the wide range of department-wide training opportunities available.

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