I-70/71 Downtown Update:

New Traffic Pattern for I-70 East Coming Soon

COLUMBUS - Starting Saturday, October 12, all three lanes of I-70 east will be shifted to the north between Grant Ave. and 18th St. This traffic pattern will be in place for a little over a year so crews can reconstruct the existing lanes of I-70 east.

The exit ramp from I-70 east to I-71 north will be maintained, but drivers headed north must be in the middle or right lane. I-70 east through traffic should stay left. This is opposite of the current configuration at I-70/71, so drivers should use caution.

Later this year, drivers can expect the new ramp from I-70 east to Parsons Avenue to open, replacing the exit ramp to 18th Street. Additionally, the Third Street entrance ramp to I-70 east will close permanently when the new ramp to Parsons opens. These changes are currently planned for November, weather permitting. For more project information, please visit our project website. Contact: Breanna Badanes at 614-995-0755 Know Before You Go! For more detailed traffic information, and to get personalized traffic alerts for your commute, download the OHGO app or visit OHGO.com.