1

The proposed project does not do enough to address the mobility, congestion, and safety issues throughout the corridor and on adjacent roadways.

The purpose of this project is to address the identified operational and safety issues within the project limits based on currently available funding and project priorities. We recognize that continued growth and development in the corridor may result in future transportation needs beyond the limits of this project. Extending capacity improvements eastward, including potential modifications to the US 22 bridge over the Little Miami River or alternative routes, would require additional studies, funding, environmental reviews, and coordination with local, state, and federal agencies. Such an effort is being considered as part of future corridor planning and prioritization processes but is not part of the current project. ODOT regularly monitors intersections across the state to identify safety and congestion concerns. The Warren County Engineer's Office (WCEO) has secured funding for a roundabout at the intersection of Old 3C Hwy with Socialville Fosters Road, separate from ODOT's project. WCEO is still evaluating potential improvements at the intersection of Old 3C with Fosters Maineville Road.

2

Why not a roundabout at Old 3C Hwy / Creek Woods Place? Roundabouts would be preferred at other intersections too.

A roundabout at this intersection is a feasible alternative that ODOT and Warren County pursued initially. Unfortunately, neither ODOT nor the County were successful in securing funding to construct the roundabout. The alternatives presented in this public open house are low-cost improvements that will improve safety and operations at this intersection and currently are funded. Support for improvements at county and local road intersections should be directed to the Warren County Engineer's Office.

3

Alternative 1 is an acceptable short-term option but suggest not making Old 3C Hwy one way or restricting left turns onto US 22. Also prefer a traffic signal at the “T” intersection of Old 3C Hwy/US 22.

Under Ohio law, ODOT may install a traffic signal only when an intersection meets the warrants established in the national Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD). Without the additional traffic that would be redirected to Old 3C Hwy/Creek Woods Place by closing the left-turn movement at the Old 3C Hwy “T” intersection, the intersection would not meet traffic signal warrants. The “T” intersection of Old 3C Hwy and US 22 in Hamilton Township also does not meet MUTCD traffic signal warrants, so ODOT cannot install a traffic signal at this location.

4

Making Old 3C Hwy at the "T" intersection one-way will cause problems when traffic on Old 3C Hwy must be detoured (e.g., Old 3C bridge closures, crash on Old 3C Hwy, etc.).

ODOT is working closely with local governments to ensure the proposed alternatives provide acceptable coverage for emergency services. This includes ensuring that there are appropriate short-term detour options when unanticipated crashes and/or closures occur.

5

Once US 22 is widened to 5 lanes to Old 3C Hwy/ Creek Woods Place, the right lane on eastbound US 22 should be a right only onto Old 3C Hwy.

As part of the widening project, the right lane will be a right turn only onto Old 3C Hwy at the Creek Woods Place intersection. The dedicated right turn will help alleviate congestion as the traffic volume is substantially less east of the intersection.

6

Why not add a two-way center turn lane on US 22 at Old 3C Hwy/Creek Woods Pl?

A two-way center turn lane on US 22 at the Creek Woods Place intersection is not being considered with this project because the existing exclusive left turn lane is warranted based on traffic volumes per the national Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD).

7

Any new traffic signals on US 22 will cause congestion. Any new traffic signals should be triggered by a sensor and coordinated with other lights in the corridor.

The 2026 Safety Study analyzed the potential impact of adding a traffic signal at Old 3C Hwy/Creek Woods Place. Under Alternative 1, the proposed signal would result in a minor increase in delay on US 22 but would substantially improve traffic operations and reduce delays on Old 3C Hwy and Creek Woods Place. All movements at this intersection would operate at an acceptable Level of Service. The State owns and maintains all traffic signals along this portion of US 22. Sensors will detect vehicles approaching from Old 3C Hwy and Creek Woods Place. Because the proposed signal would be sufficiently separated from other signals along the corridor, coordination may not be necessary. The State continuously monitors traffic signal timing and adjusts it as needed.

8

Regardless of where US 22 narrows to 2 lanes, driver education on how to perform a zipper merge is needed to prevent conflicts and road rage.

ODOT has previously enhanced signage along US 22 to alert drivers to take turns merging. ODOT has also undertaken educational efforts on why the zipper merge reduces congestion. However, driver behavior ultimately varies, and ODOT will continue working to promote practices that improve safety and reduce congestion.

9

The project does not address bicycle or pedestrian needs, such as including bike lanes, extending the sidewalk to River Vista Ct, improving the Little Miami Scenic Trail crossing on Old 3C Hwy, connecting the Little Miami Scenic Trail to sidewalks/trails on US 22, and adding a crosswalk for pedestrians at Landen-Deerfield Park.

The purpose of this project is to address the identified operational and safety issues within the project limits based on currently available funding and project priorities. Currently available project funding does not include the land acquisition and construction costs necessary to provide new bicycle and pedestrian facilities along US 22 as part of this project. Please contact Deerfield Township or see the Deerfield Township Comprehensive Plan for more details on existing and planned bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure in the area.

10

Widening US 22 will make it harder for people trying to turn left onto US 22 from Landen-Deerfield Park.

Traffic data for vehicles turning left out of the park shows lengthy delays in all scenarios. However, based on the results of the 2024 Corridor Study, widening US 22 to 5 lanes will reduce the expected delay time for drivers exiting Landen Deerfield Park. ODOT will continue to monitor the performance of the US 22 corridor to determine if additional improvements are needed and warranted.

11

If Alternative 2 is chosen, the installed barriers need to be large enough that drivers cannot drive over them and there must be law enforcement for illegal U-turns and off-road cut-throughs.

Alternative 2 is not the chosen preferred alternative.

If Alternative 2 had been selected, ODOT would have designed concrete islands to best protect against illegal left turns while maintaining access for emergency service providers. ODOT would have also considered solutions to prevent vehicles from using the driveway at 2019 US 22 as a cut-through.

12

Under Alternative 2, could an acceleration lane be added for vehicles turning right from Old 3C Hwy onto US 22 at the “T” intersection.

Alternative 2 is not the chosen preferred alternative.

Based on the crash data, this turning movement does not represent a substantial portion of the overall crashes that occur at the intersection. In addition, widening US 22 to provide an acceleration lane would be costly as it would require additional widening of the bridge over Bear Run.

13

Are there planned improvements for stormwater runoff?

ODOT uses Best Management Practices (BMPs) to control erosion, sediment, and stormwater runoff on its projects during construction. Additional stormwater inlets will be installed along US 22 within the project area as part of the widening construction.

14

Will added traffic contribute to more eastbound roadway hill slippage between Kings Mill Rd and the Old 3C Hwy/Creek Woods Pl intersection as seen by the recent guard rail failing?

Most pavement slippage is caused by unstable ground, poor drainage, and gravity, rather than an increase in traffic. The section of roadway in question is outside the project area and is a County maintained road. Any guardrail movement or pavement cracking should be reported to the Warren County Engineer’s Office.

15

Need lower speed limits. Need to enforce the existing traffic laws.

Speed limits are determined by roadway type and location in accordance with Ohio Revised Code (ORC) definitions and comprehensive traffic engineering studies. The enforcement of traffic laws, including speed limits, falls under the jurisdiction of the Ohio State Highway Patrol or local police and sheriff departments. Please notify those entities directly of speeding concerns or illegal traffic maneuvers within the area.