The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) District 12 has officially set in motion a major undertaking to revamp a key stretch of I-90. With a budget locked in at $173 million, the focus will be on refurbishing the pavement that spans between West Blvd. and Hilliard Blvd., touching the municipalities of Rocky River, Lakewood, and Cleveland. This announcement was confirmed by a publication that was retrieved from ODOT's website.
Slated to kick off on Monday, August 4, the plan is to first lay temporary pavement with off-peak lane restrictions to not overly disrupt the daily grind of more than 140,000 vehicles. Following this preparatory phase, both lanes of I-90 – eastbound and westbound – will be shifted to make use of the exterior shoulders. Moreover, come August 8, the I-90 eastbound will see a reduction from four down to three lanes between Hilliard Blvd. and Alger Rd., according to the ODOT announcement.
The extensive project, rooted in a vision that sees its end in October 2028, isn't solely paving the road but also replacing median barrier walls, enhancing drainage, executing minor shoulder expansions, and swapping out overhead lights. The Ohio Department of Transportation emphasizes the importance of conforming to the work zone speed limits and being vigilant of signage to secure not just seamless commutes but the safety of the workforce present.
In an effort to minimize any unexpected hindrances on your travel, they advise periodically checking the OHGO app or OHGO's official website for live traffic data, updated traffic speeds, and real-time feeds from traffic cameras. ODOT's proactive measures to reduce risks in the work zones also include reminders to drivers to either slow down or change lanes when approaching stopped vehicles with flashing lights. Keeping up with the latest on this project is made simple with ODOT District 12's updates, which can be found on their social media platforms – on Twitter at ODOT_Cleveland and on Facebook at District12Cleveland.
