SR 82 and Howland-Wilson Rd Intersection Improvement (TRU-SR 82-18.64, PID 109521)
SR 82 and Howland-Wilson Rd Intersection Improvement (TRU-SR 82-18.64, PID 109521)
Comment Responses Now Available
The first public meeting "open house" was held from February 4, 2021 - March 5, 2021. Please see below for more details and information about the project.
Responses to all public comments are available to view and download under the "Documents" section located in the sidebar of this project webpage. Many comments received during the public meeting comment period were concerned about impacts to surrounding roads and intersections from diverted traffic, emergency service response times, and other potential strategies to eliminate crashes at the intersection instead of implementing the recommended alternative. ODOT has reviewed the comments from the public and project stakeholders and found that moving forward with the preferred recommended alternative Hybrid 1 and 3 will be an effective measure to improve safety in the project area. This alternative will restrict access to the SR 82/Howland Wilson Road intersection by eliminating left-turn movements from eastbound and westbound SR 82. Additionally, the project proposes to remove the existing traffic signal and cul-de-sac northbound and southbound Howland Wilson Road while still maintaining access for vehicles turning right onto Howland-Wilson Road.
Thank you to those that participated in the open house and provided your comments and feedback!
If you have questions or wish to obtain additional information about the project please contact Sean Carpenter at Sean.Carpenter@dot.ohio.gov or 330-786-2274.
Project Description
The project proposes to restrict access to the SR 82/Howland Wilson Road intersection in Howland Township by eliminating left-turn movements from eastbound and westbound SR 82. Additionally, the project proposes to remove the existing traffic signal and cul-de-sac northbound and southbound Howland Wilson Road while still maintaining access for vehicles turning right on Howland-Wilson Road. No new permanent and/or temporary right-of-way is anticipated for the project. At least one lane of traffic in each direction will be maintained at all times. Construction is expected to begin in May 2025 and last approximately 7 months.
How Can You Participate?
Please click the green 'Continue' button to advance through the information and provide feedback. By reviewing the project information presented below and leaving your comments and concerns on the "Submit your Feedback" tab, you are participating in the virtual public meeting. Questions and comments can also be submitted by the following methods.
- Email: Sean.Carpenter@dot.ohio.gov
- Call: 330-786-2274
- Mail comment form (located for download in the sidebar of this webpage) or letter to:
Sean Carpenter
Ohio Department of Transportation – District 4
2088 S. Arlington Road
Akron, OH 44306
Comments may be submitted until Friday, March 5, 2021.
If you have difficulties viewing the materials presented, please contact Jacque Annarino from ODOT's Office of Environmental Services by calling 614-466-1484 or emailing jacque.annarino@dot.ohio.gov.
We look forward to hearing from you!
Why are we holding a virtual public meeting?
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic outbreak, Ohio's Governor Mike DeWine has prohibited mass gatherings and the CDC has recommended using social distancing to help prevent the spread of the COVID-19 virus. Public involvement meetings are very difficult to perform while practicing social distancing. Due to these issues, ODOT is now holding public involvement meetings virtually so that social distancing can easily be performed while engaging with the public about transportation projects.
Internet Access Difficulties
A transcript of the video presented here and a printout of exhibits will be provided to anyone who has issues accessing the virtual public meeting. Please send a transcript request to Sean Carpenter of ODOT District 4 for the TRU-46-7.81, PID 109520 virtual public meeting at one of the following contact methods:
Ohio Department of Transportation District 4 Office
Attention: Sean Carpenter, Environmental Specialist
2088 S. Arlington Road, Akron, OH 44306
Telephone Number: 330-786-2274
E-mail: sean.carpenter@dot.ohio.gov
The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) has assumed the Federal Highway Administration’s responsibilities under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). The environmental review, consultation, and other actions required by applicable Federal environmental laws for this project are being, or have been, carried-out by ODOT pursuant to 23 U.S.C. 327 and a Memorandum of Understanding dated June 6, 2018, and executed by FHWA and ODOT.
For more information, visit ODOTs NEPA Assignment Portal by clicking here.