Dodge County is set to undergo significant road improvements thanks to a substantial injection of state support, as announced by Senator Larry Walker III. A combined total of $4.4 million in grant and loan funding was awarded through the Georgia Transportation Infrastructure Bank (GTIB). The sum comprises a $2 million grant and a $2.43 million low-interest loan from the GTIB, administered by the State Road and Tollway Authority (SRTA).
"This is a major win for Dodge County and the hardworking Georgians who rely on safe, well-maintained roads every day," Sen. Walker was quoted as saying, as obtained by the Senate Press Office. He emphasized the impact these funds will have on transportation safety and economic activity while tackling the increasing freight traffic challenges. The senator expressed his pride in working alongside Gov. Kemp and colleagues to ensure the infrastructure needs of rural communities are met.
Central to the Dodge County Road Improvement Program are three major projects, including the paving of Bill Mullis Road, a full-depth reclamation of Milan Eastman Road to repair freight damage, and the resurfacing of Zion Hill Church Road. The strategic consolidation of these projects is expected to not only expedite completion by nearly ten years but also optimize taxpayer dollars by reducing unit costs.
Gov. Brian P. Kemp and SRTA's recent announcement of GTIB awards touted a record $26.5 million in funding across thirteen local transportation projects. According to the announcement, the 2025 cycle of awards marks an unprecedented level of rural investment from the program, totaling $13.3 million. Since its inception in 2010, GTIB has contributed to the support of transportation projects with an aggregate value surpassing $1.2 billion.
For more information on the innovative works funded by GTIB or to learn more about their impact on Georgia's transportation network, interested parties can visit the SRTA website. For a deeper dive into the Dodge County road improvements and details on the funding distribution, the original announcement can be accessed at senatepress.net.
