ASD US 0250 16.26

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) awarded $674,356.60 on April 7, 2025, to the Ohio Department of Transportation under the Highway Planning and Construction program (CFDA 20.205) for construction of pedestrian and active transportation infrastructure along US Route 250 in Ashland, Ohio. The project deliverables include construction of a sidewalk and shared use path, which represent critical multimodal transportation network improvements eligible under the federal program. This award reflects FHWA's support for pedestrian safety enhancements and bicycle/pedestrian projects, which are among the eligible activities specifically exempted from standard highway functional classification restrictions under the Highway Planning and Construction program.

The City of Ashland serves as the sub-grantee responsible for implementing the shared use path component of the project. As a formula grant, funding was allocated to Ohio as part of the annual apportionment under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act authorization, with the State DOT determining project selection in cooperation with local officials. Upon completion, these infrastructure improvements will enhance active transportation connectivity and pedestrian safety for Ashland residents along the US 250 corridor.

Project description

Construction of a sidewalk and shared use path along US 250 in the city of ashland.