PIC SR 56 19.87 feasibility

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) awarded $800,000 to the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) under the Highway Planning and Construction program (CFDA 20.205) on August 25, 2025, for a feasibility study addressing erosion mitigation along State Route 56 and Hominy Creek in Pickaway County, Ohio. The primary deliverable is a comprehensive feasibility analysis of potential erosion mitigation measures designed to alleviate slope failures in the project area. This study will evaluate viable engineering and environmental solutions to stabilize slopes and reduce erosion-related infrastructure damage along the corridor.

The project is scheduled for completion by January 16, 2028, allowing for thorough investigation and analysis of mitigation alternatives. As a formula grant administered through ODOT's pass-through entity status, the funding supports the planning and preliminary engineering phase necessary to advance infrastructure resilience and highway preservation objectives under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. The feasibility study will serve as the foundation for potential future construction or mitigation implementation projects in the region.

Project description

Conduct a feasibility study of potential erosion mitigation measures along SR 56 and hominy creek in pickaway county to alleviate slope failures.