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.
The FCEO Survey Department and Tax Map Division were proud to participate in the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) Central Ohio STEM Expo, held at Otterbein University. Our team engaged with students and families, sharing how professional surveyors define property boundaries, map communities, and support the infrastructure projects residents rely on every day. It was a great opportunity to highlight the real-world impact of STEM careers and introduce students to the surveying profession. Thank you to everyone who stopped by to learn more about how surveying helps build and connect our communities!
As we close out Engineers Week, the Franklin County Engineer’s Office proudly recognizes the incredible engineers who serve our community every single day. Your work often happens behind the scenes, in plans, calculations, site visits, and long hours of review, yet the impact is visible everywhere: in the bridges that connect our communities, the roads that carry families safely home, and the infrastructure that supports growth, opportunity, and progress. This year’s theme, “Transform Your Future,” reflects the work you lead each day. Through innovation, precision, and dedication, you are building a stronger future for Franklin County. Thank you for the expertise and commitment you bring to our office and the community we serve.
Buying, selling, or transferring property in Franklin County? We’ve updated the standards that guide how property conveyances are reviewed and recorded. Following public hearings on January 21 and February 2, 2026, Franklin County Auditor Michael Stinziano and Franklin County Engineer Adam W. Fowler, P.E., P.S., have officially adopted updated Conveyance Standards in accordance with Ohio Revised Code Section 319.203. These updated standards take effect March 2, 2026, and will apply to all conveyances submitted on or after that date. They replace the previous standards adopted January 22, 2020. We appreciate the public input shared during this process and remain committed to ensuring clarity, accuracy, and transparency in Franklin County property records. View the updated standards on our website at: https://franklincountyengineer.org/standards/
The lane reduction for bridge improvements on W. North Broadway over the Olentangy River between SR-315 N. On-Ramp/Ohio Health Parkway and Milton Avenue, initially scheduled to begin Monday, March 2, 2026, has been delayed to Monday, March 9, 2026. The projected completion date of August 1, 2026, remains unchanged, weather permitting.
Today is Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day! Engineering shapes the roads, bridges, and infrastructure that connect our communities. This year’s theme, “Transform Your Future,” reminds us that engineering opens doors to opportunity, innovation, and impact. At the Franklin County Engineer’s Office, we’re proud to help inspire the next generation of engineers. #IntroduceAGirlToEngineeringDay
Notice to Contractors: We are accepting bids on the CDBG Genesee Avenue Drainage Improvements from Parkwood Avenue to Perdue Avenue Improvement Project. Visit: https://www.bidexpress.com/solicitations for more information.