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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
Notice to Contractors: We are accepting bids on the Franklin County Engineer’s Office 2026 General Bridge Maintenance Contract. Visit: https://www.bidexpress.com/solicitations for more information.
Franklin County Engineer
Franklin County Engineer
Rohr Road, between Bixby Road and Creekside Parkway, will be closed beginning Monday, May 4, 2026, for road widening work. The closure will last approximately sixty (60) days, weather permitting.
Franklin County Engineer
Franklin County Engineer
April is National Records and Information Management Month, a time to recognize the work that helps public agencies stay organized, transparent, and efficient. At the Franklin County Engineer’s Office, accurate records and reliable information support infrastructure planning, project coordination, maps, permits, and public service. Thank you to those who help keep our agency informed, accountable, and operating effectively. #RIMMonth
Franklin County Engineer
Franklin County Engineer
Great energy, nice weather, and great community spirit! #TeamFCEO was proud to join Celebrate Trails Day at Scioto Audubon Metro Park. The annual event featured live music, local vendors, food trucks, activities, and fun for all ages while celebrating the value of trails in our community. #CelebrateTrails
Franklin County Engineer
Franklin County Engineer
Yesterday, #TeamFCEO welcomed the next generation to our office for Bring Your Child to Work Day! From big equipment to hands-on activities and behind-the-scenes fun, it was a day full of learning, laughter, and smiles. Thank you to everyone who helped make it a great day!
Franklin County Engineer
Franklin County Engineer
Harper Road (west of McKinley Avenue) is closed for railroad rehabilitation work. The closure will last for two (2) days, weather permitting. This work is not administered by FCEO.
Franklin County Engineer's Office
970 DUBLIN ROAD
COLUMBUS, OHIO 43215
(614) 525-3030
fracoeng@franklincountyengineer.org

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About Us

For more than 200 years, we at Franklin County Engineer’s Office have prided ourselves in ensuring Franklin County maintained roadways are able to be traveled safely and efficiently year round. We take every aspect of our job seriously, whether it is the removal of roadway debris or bridge and highway design. We have more than 175 engineering, maintenance and administrative personnel working together to provide safe routes throughout Franklin County. We partner with other counties, local municipalities, townships and private entities to support and participate in regional transportation initiatives. Our rich history and commitment to providing safe transportation routes encourages innovation while “Maintaining a tradition of excellence”.

175+

Employees

357

Bridges

145+

Culverts

259

Miles of County Roadway

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Our Roads and Bridges

Today, the Franklin County Engineer's Office is responsible for the maintenance and construction of 260 miles of county roadway. Improvements to county roads range from resurfacing, reconstruction and widening projects to Highway Maintenance Department operations.

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Surveying and Land Record

To meet the continuing development and infrastructure needs of Franklin County, the Engineer's office utilizes the latest technologies for surveying, tax map maintenance, and land record keeping.

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Storm Water Management

In addition to our transportation and land record keeping duties, the County Engineer’s Office works to control flooding, prevent erosion, and promote better water quality within the public right-of-way along county roads in township areas.