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As a local public works agency headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, the Franklin County Engineer's Office is responsible for the maintenance and construction of 271 miles of county roadway and 351 county bridges, as well as upkeep of all county ditches, drains, retention basins, and other storm water facilities within the right-of-way of county roads in unincorporated areas. To meet the continuing development and infrastructure needs of Franklin County, the Engineer's Office utilizes the latest technologies for determining and maintaining roadway centerlines and boundaries; retracing and setting new monuments for original public land surveys; preparing geographic information system mapping for real estate tax assessments; and establishing precise countywide horizontal and vertical control to maintain uniformity in construction, surveying, and mapping.
Franklin County Engineer
Franklin County Engineer
#TeamFCEO had an absolute blast yesterday at Prairie Township’s Trick-or-Treat Trail event! Beautiful weather, an outstanding turnout, and plenty of Halloween spirit made for a fantastic day! We enjoyed seeing all the creative costumes, sharing smiles, and connecting with so many wonderful families. Events like this are a great reminder of how much we enjoy being part of the community we serve! A big thank you to Prairie Township, Franklin County, OH, for hosting such a fun-filled event, and to everyone who stopped by to say hello!
Franklin County Engineer
Franklin County Engineer
The Genessee Avenue Drainage Project is complete! This improvement strengthens local drainage infrastructure and connects to the existing Earl Avenue storm system. Thank you to everyone who helped bring this project to completion.
Franklin County Engineer
Franklin County Engineer
Teen Driver Safety Week is a reminder that safe driving habits start with all of us. Keep talking about safe choices, model responsible driving, and help young drivers build skills that last a lifetime.

Learn more at trafficsafetymarketing.gov.
Franklin County Engineer
Franklin County Engineer
Notice to Contractors: We are accepting bids on the Johnstown Road at 17th Avenue and I-670EB Off-ramp Improvements Project. Visit: https://www.bidexpress.com/solicitations for more information.
Franklin County Engineer
Franklin County Engineer
We're looking forward to attending the 2026 Ohio Transportation Engineering Conference (OTEC) tomorrow and Wednesday! This year's theme, “OTEC @ 80: Honoring Legacy, While Engineering the Future,” sets the stage for two days of collaboration, innovation, and meaningful conversations about Ohio's transportation future. We're especially proud of our own Mike Andrako, P.E., W. Fritz Crosier, P.E., and Ed Herrick, P.E., who will be sharing their expertise as conference presenters! Attending OTEC? Be sure to check out their sessions! #OTEC2026
Franklin County Engineer
Franklin County Engineer
Today is the day! Join us 4-8 p.m. at Fortress Obetz for Touch-And-Ride-A-Truck! Explore big trucks and equipment, meet the crews, and bring diapers or wipes to support the Columbus Diaper Coalition. Bring the family and join the fun, rain or shine!
Franklin County Engineer's Office
970 DUBLIN ROAD
COLUMBUS, OHIO 43215
(614) 525-3030
fracoeng@franklincountyengineer.org

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Bridge and Highway Design Departments

Bridge Department

ED HERRICK III, P.E.

Bridge Engineer

The Bridge Department provides a variety of engineering services that ensure the safe operation and structural integrity of the county’s bridges and culverts. Their duties include managing the production of construction plans and cost estimates prepared by engineering consultants and department staff, inspecting and inventorying bridges and culverts, creating plans for county maintenance operations, analyzing truckloads for bridges, implementing quality control standards to meet state and federal regulations, and supplying technical assistance to other departments and public entities.

For more information, Please contact Ed Herrick, P.E., Bridge Engineer.

Highway Design Department

MATTHEW REHFUS, P.E., S.I.

Highway Design Engineer

Design and Construction Standards

The Franklin County Engineer’s Office adheres to the latest design and construction standards enacted by the State of Ohio and City of Columbus for the maintenance and improvement of roads, bridges, utilities, and drainage facilities. To view these standards, please use the following links:

  • Ohio Department of Transportation

Division of Construction Management
Office of CADD & Mapping Services
Office of Materials Management
Office of Roadway Engineering
Office of Structural Engineering
Office of Traffic Engineering

  • City of Columbus Transportation Division

Document Library

  • Ohio Environmental Protection Agency

EPA Rules and Laws

  • Public Utilities Commission of Ohio

Commission Web Site

  • Ohio Utilities Protection Service

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