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Franklin County Engineer

As a local public works agency headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, the Franklin County Engineer's Office is responsible for the maintenance and construction of 271 miles of county roadway and 351 county bridges, as well as upkeep of all county ditches, drains, retention basins, and other storm water facilities within the right-of-way of county roads in unincorporated areas. To meet the continuing development and infrastructure needs of Franklin County, the Engineer's Office utilizes the latest technologies for determining and maintaining roadway centerlines and boundaries; retracing and setting new monuments for original public land surveys; preparing geographic information system mapping for real estate tax assessments; and establishing precise countywide horizontal and vertical control to maintain uniformity in construction, surveying, and mapping.
Franklin County Engineer
Franklin County Engineer
Upcoming road closures are scheduled for Norfolk Southern railroad crossing rehabilitation work, weather permitting. Hague Avenue (north of Valleyview Drive), Harper Road (west of McKinley Avenue), and Phillipi Road (south of Fisher Road) are tentatively scheduled to close beginning April 20, 2026. Amity Road and Cole Road (north of West Broad Street/US 40) are tentatively scheduled to close beginning April 23, 2026. Each closure is expected to last up to 3 days. This work is not administered by FCEO.
Franklin County Engineer
Franklin County Engineer
Notice to Contractors: We are accepting bids on the Franklin County Engineer’s Office Innis Road, Cleveland Avenue to Westerville Road Improvement Project. Visit: https://www.bidexpress.com/solicitations for more information.
Franklin County Engineer
Franklin County Engineer
Notice to Contractors: We are accepting bids on the Franklin County Engineer’s Office 2026 Franklin County Guardrail Maintenance Contract. Visit: https://www.bidexpress.com/solicitations for more information.
Franklin County Engineer
Franklin County Engineer
Happy National Read a Road Map Day! While many of us rely on GPS today, there’s something timeless about understanding the roads, routes, and connections that keep our community moving. A special shoutout to our GIS team, who play a vital role in making that possible by turning complex data into clear, accurate maps that support planning, safety, and everyday travel across Franklin County. Your work keeps us on track!
Franklin County Engineer
Franklin County Engineer
Notice to Contractors: We are accepting bids on the Franklin County Engineer’s Office 2026 Franklin County Guardrail Maintenance Contract. Visit: https://www.bidexpress.com/solicitations for more information.
Franklin County Engineer
Franklin County Engineer
Cooke Road, between Cleveland Avenue and Walford Street, is closed for full-depth reconstruction and the addition of pedestrian facilities. The closure will last approximately seventy-five (75) days, weather permitting.
Franklin County Engineer's Office
970 DUBLIN ROAD
COLUMBUS, OHIO 43215
(614) 525-3030
fracoeng@franklincountyengineer.org

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Policies & FAQ

Dead Animal Pickup – What do I do if there’s a dead animal in the roadway

FCEO will remove and properly dispose of dead animals found along the public right-of-way within the county road system. Please submit a service request to report dead animals.

Mailbox Damage – What do I do if FCEO has damaged my mailbox?

Upon inspection of the damaged mailbox FCEO will attempt to repair the damage. If a repair is not feasible, FCEO may replace the mailbox with a standard issued US Postal Service approved mailbox. The mailbox will be installed based on US Postal Service guidelines. Please submit a service request to report mailbox damage.

Snow and Ice removal

Snow and ice removal is performed to ensure safer roadways. FCEO removes snow and ice on Franklin County maintained roadways. Please submit a service request to request snow removal services.

Tree removal

FCEO removes trees, tree limbs and other brush encroaching the right of way. Please submit a service request to report trees or tree limbs that need to be removed.

Guardrail repair

FCEO will inspect and replace damaged guardrail sections or posts. Please submit a service request to report damaged guardrail.

Roadside Mowing

FCEO mows vegetation along the roadside within the public right of way. Please submit a service request to request roadside mowing.

Pavement Repairs (Potholes)

FCEO repairs pavement on Franklin County maintained roadway. Please submit a service request to report damaged pavement.

Litter Pickup

FCEO removes and disposes of debris from the public right of way. Please submit a service request to report litter in the public right of way.

How do I obtain a county map or atlas

Franklin County maps and atlases are available free of charge at our four locations (970 Dublin Road, 373 S. High Street, 19th Floor