News Releases
NEWS RELEASE
December 29, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: WILLIAMS ROAD TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE IN CONCORD TOWNSHIP – UPDATE
Williams Road in Concord Township between Cascade Road and approximately 0.4 miles north of SR 608 is open to traffic effective immediately.
Due to the timing of the completion, asphalt is no longer available this year. Therefore, concrete was placed so that the road can be re-opened to traffic. Asphalt paving and new guardrail installation on the west side of Williams Road will be completed in the spring once the asphalt plants re-open for the 2024 construction season.
NEWS RELEASE
October 20, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
LOCKWOOD ROAD – CLOSURE IN MADISON TOWNSHIP
Weather permitting, Lockwood Road in Madison Township will be closed between 5410 and 5433 Lockwood Road beginning at 8:00 am on Tuesday, October 24th and end of day on Friday, October 27th The closure is necessary in order for the Lake County Engineer’s Maintenance Department to replace a failing culvert in the area.
No through traffic will be permitted. Access to all residential properties will be maintained.
Posted Detour: McMackin Rd to US 20 (North Ridge Road) to Townline Road.
NEWS RELEASE
October 4, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: WILLIAMS ROAD TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE IN CONCORD TOWNSHIP – UPDATE
Lake County Engineer, James R. Gills, PE,PS issued an update today for the road closure on Williams Road in Concord Township between Cascade Road and approximately 0.4 miles north of SR 608.
With financial assistance from the Lake County Commissioners, the Lake County Engineer has entered into an agreement with Great Lakes Construction to construct a retaining wall, install guardrail and temporary pavement in the area of the slope failure. Weather permitting, the Contractor will begin mobilizing on Monday, October 9, 2023. The substantial completion date for the road to be re-opened to through traffic is late December 2023.
Due to the timing of the start date, asphalt will not be available when the wall is complete. Therefore, concrete will be placed so that the road can be re-opened to traffic as soon as possible. Asphalt paving and new guardrail installation on the west side of Williams Road will be completed in the spring once the asphalt plants re-open for the 2024 construction season.
The existing posted detour will remain in place:
Posted Detour: Huntoon Rd to SR 86 to Girdled Rd to SR 608
Drivers and pedestrians should not enter the work zone or drive around and/or move the barricades to gain access.
NEWS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: LAKE COUNTY ENGINEER’S MAINTENANCE GARAGE – HIRING EVENT
The Lake County Engineer’s Office is hosting a hiring event to fill the positions of laborer, mechanic helper and mechanic in the Engineer’s Maintenance Garage.
The next event will take place at the Engineer’s Maintenance Garage located at 550 Blackbrook Road, Painesville Township on Friday, September 22, 2023 between 3:00 pm and 6:00 pm and again on Saturday, September 23, 2023 between 10:00 am and 1:00 pm.
As winter is fast approaching and all new team members will be trained for snow removal, all open positions require a Class A or Class B CDL.
The Lake County Engineer offers team members a career with the following benefits:
- Tool allowance for mechanic helpers and mechanics;
- Medical/dental/vision/pet/life insurance;
- OPERS retirement;
- Paid holidays, sick, vacation and compensatory time;
Salaries for the open positions:
- Laborer: Starting $23.51; $24.54 at the completion of a one-year probationary period;
- Mechanic Helper: Starting $23.22; $24.45 at the completion of a one-year probationary period;
- Mechanic: Starting $25.82; $27.10 at the completion of a one-year probationary period.
If you are looking for not just a job but a career, please consider joining our team by attending the hiring event on September 22th and September 23rd for an open interview. We will have skills stations so please dress accordingly.
Not able to attend, please send resumes to:
Lake County Engineers Office 105 Main Street, Suite A205, Painesville, Ohio 44077 ATTN: Administrator
Applications and job descriptions are available online at www.lakecountyohio.gov/engineer.
August 4, 2023
NEWS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: LAKE COUNTY ENGINEER’S MAINTENANCE GARAGE – HIRING EVENT
The Lake County Engineer’s Office is hosting a hiring event to fill the positions of laborer, mechanic helper and mechanic in the Engineer’s Maintenance Garage.
The event will take place at the Engineer’s Maintenance Garage located at 550 Blackbrook Road, Painesville Township on Friday, August 11, 2023 between 2:00 pm and 5:00 pm and again on Saturday, August 12, 2023 between 10:00 am and 1:00 pm.
The Lake County Engineer offers team members a career with the following benefits:
- Tool allowance for mechanic helpers and mechanics;
- Medical/dental/vision/pet/life insurance;
- OPERS retirement;
- Paid holidays, sick, vacation and compensatory time;
Salaries for the open positions: - Laborer: Starting $23.51; $24.54 at the completion of a one-year probationary period;
- Mechanic Helper: Starting $23.22; $24.45 at the completion of a one-year probationary period;
- Mechanic: Starting $25.82; $27.10 at the completion of a one-year probationary period.
- All open positions require a Class A or Class B CDL.
- If you are looking for not just a job but a career, please consider joining our team by attending the hiring event on August 11th and August 12th for an open interview. We will have skills stations so please dress accordingly.
- Not able to attend, please send resumes to:
Lake County Engineers Office 105 Main Street, Suite A205, Painesville, Ohio 44077 ATTN: Administrator
NEWS RELEASE
July 12, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
BLASÉ-NEMETH ROAD CLOSURE IN PAINESVILLE TOWNSHIP
Blasé-Nemeth Road in Painesville Township between US 20 (North Ridge Road) and the Lake County Solid Waste District (Landfill) will be closed on Thursday, July 13, 2023. The closure is necessary while the facility has maintenance performed on it’s weigh scales. The closure is scheduled to begin at 6:00 am. The road will be open by the end of the work day.
Access will be maintained for emergency vehicles.
Suggested alternate route:
US 20 to Bacon Road to Blasé-Nemeth Road
OR
SR 2 Westbound to SR 535 Fairport Nursery Road exit to Blasé-Nemeth Road
Questions should be directed to the Lake County Solid Waste District at (440) 350-2208.
NEWS RELEASE
July 7, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
ROAD CLOSURES AT CSX RAILROAD CROSSINGS
Our office was just notified that weather permitting, CSX Railroad will be closing the following crossings beginning the week of July 9th. The closures can last anywhere between one (1) and three (3) days. It will be dependent upon the progress that their tie gang makes.
SUNDAY, JULY 9TH @ 6:00 AM
Townline Road between SR 84 and Middle Ridge Road in Madison Township;
Suggested alternate route:
Middle Ridge Rd, Wood Rd, SR 84
TUESDAY, JULY 11TH OR WEDNESDAY, JULY 12TH Dayton Road between SR 84 and Middle Ridge Road in Madison Township;
Suggested alternate route:
Middle Ridge Rd, Wood Rd, SR 84
The railroad crossing will be closed to all traffic. Detour signs will be posted by the CSX Contractor.
As always, drivers are reminded to be respectful of the closure and not move or drive around barricades while the road is closed.
June 30, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
ROAD CLOSURES AT CSX RAILROAD CROSSINGS
Our office was just notified that weather permitting, CSX Railroad will be closing the following crossings between Saturday, July 1st and Monday, July 3rd. The closures can last anywhere between one (1) and three (3) days. A set schedule is not available. It will be dependent upon the progress that their tie gang makes. Maple should not be closed until Lane and Park are open so it is possible that this closure will be delayed.
CSX is working through this weekend and Monday, July 3rd. They will have all roads open by end of day on Monday, July 3rd. They will then be off for the next six days; returning to the area on Monday, July 10th to continue working to the east.
Park Road between Hale Road and Welch Road in Painesville Township.
Suggested alternate route:
Madison Avenue, Bowhall Road, US 20 and Hale Road
Lane Road between Timber Ridge Trail and Shepard Road in Perry Township
Suggested alternate route:
Hale Road, US 20, Bowhall Road and SR 84
Maple Street between Honeysuckle Lane and Depot Street in Perry Village
Suggested alternate route:
Depot Street to Main Street
NEWS RELEASE
AS OF JUNE 16, 2023 PROUTY ROAD WAS OPENED TO THE PUBLIC. THE CONTRACTORS FINISHED AHEAD OF THE SCHEDULED DEADLINE DATE OF JUNE 21, 2023.
NEWS RELEASE
June 23, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: RAVENNA ROAD TEMPORARY CLOSURE IN CONCORD TOWNSHIP
Weather permitting, Ravenna Road in Concord Township between 8047 and 8058 Ravenna Road will be closed to through traffic beginning on Tuesday, June 27, 2023 at 8:00 am and end of day on Thursday, June 29, 2023. The closure is necessary in order for the Lake County Engineer’s Maintenance Department to replace a failing culvert in the area.
No through traffic will be permitted between the hours of 8:00 am and 4:00 pm. Provided that no issues are encountered, the road will be open to through traffic between 4:00 pm and 8:00 am. Access to all residential properties will be maintained
Suggested Alternate Route: Colburn Rd to SR 44 to Girdled Road
NEWS RELEASE
June 13, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
LOCKWOOD ROAD – CLOSURE IN MADISON TOWNSHIP – UPDATE
Weather permitting, Lockwood Road in Madison Township will be closed between 5410 and 5433 Lockwood Road beginning at 7:30 am on Tuesday, June 13th and end of day on THURSDAY, JUNE 15TH . The closure is necessary in order for the Lake County Engineer’s Maintenance Department to replace a failing culvert in the area.
No through traffic will be permitted. Access to all residential properties will be maintained.
Posted Detour: McMackin Rd to US 20 (North Ridge Road) to Townline Road.
NEWS RELEASE
June 12, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: WILLIAMS ROAD TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE IN CONCORD TOWNSHIP
Effective immediately, a section of Williams Road between Cascade Road and approximately 0.4 miles north of SR 608 in Concord Township is closed to all traffic.
The Lake County Engineers Office has been monitoring this section of roadway on the hill for several months. Continued movement and settling has necessitated the road closure.
A consulting engineering firm has been retained and construction drawings and specifications have been prepared for installation of a retaining wall to shore the failing slope. However, funding is currently not available to proceed with the bidding process. Therefore, the road will remain closed to all traffic until funding is available.
Posted Detour: Huntoon Rd to SR 86 to Girdled Rd to SR 608
We apologize for the inconvenience but this office believes that the emergency closure is necessary to protect public welfare and safety. Drivers should not try to drive around and/or move the barricades to gain access.
NEWS RELEASE
June 8, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: PROUTY ROAD RESURFACING PROJECT IN CONCORD TOWNSHIP – UPDATE
The second phase of the Prouty Road Resurfacing Project began on Wednesday, June 7th. The second phase will replace five culverts between Morley Road and Auburn Road. The road will be closed to all traffic while work is performed. The phase is expected to last 14 days and be completed by June 21st.
Posted Detour: Auburn Road to Ravenna Road to SR 84 (Johnnycake Ridge Road) to Morley Road
Weather permitting, the Contractor will begin the milling operations on the section of roadway between SR 84 and Morley Road on Monday, June 12th. Following the milling, pavement repairs and the construction 1.5’ widening slot will be performed under flagger control. One lane of two-way traffic will be maintained at all times. Drivers should expect delays.
Milling operations on the section of Prouty Road between Morley Road and Ravenna Road will not begin until the culvert replacements are complete and the road is re-opened to traffic around June 21st.
Future phases which include driveway repairs which includes 2’ of asphalt adjacent to the road edge and site restoration will also be done under flagger control. One lane of two-way traffic will be maintained at all times. Drivers should expect delays.
Please submit comments and questions to Traci Salkiewicz, PE, Chief Deputy Engineer: Phone: (440) 350-2016, Fax: (440) 352-8133
Email: [email protected]
Mail: 105 Main Street, Suite A205, Painesville, Ohio 44077.
NEW RELEASE
June 8, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: LOCKWOOD ROAD – CLOSURE IN MADISON TOWNSHIP
Weather permitting, Lockwood Road in Madison Township will be closed between 5410 and 5433 Lockwood Road beginning at 7:30 am on Tuesday, June 13th and end of day on Wednesday, June 14th. The closure is necessary in order for the Lake County Engineer’s Maintenance Department to replace a failing culvert in the area.
No through traffic will be permitted. Access to all residential properties will be maintained.
Posted Detour: McMackin Rd to US 20 (North Ridge Road) to Townline Road.
NEW RELEASE
June 5, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: SANCTUARY DRIVE BRIDGE CLOSURE IN THE VILLAGE OF KIRTLAND HILLS
Lake County Engineer James R. Gills, PE, PS announced today that the LAK-Sanctuary Drive Bridge project is set to begin on Monday, June 12, 2023. Construction is to be completed by Friday, October 27, 2023.
The demolition of the bridge will begin during the week of June 12th requiring all traffic to follow the posted detour.
Posted Detour: Baldwin Rd to Chillicothe Rd (SR 615) to Kirtland Chardon Rd to Woodhill Rd to Forestdale Dr to Westwood Rd to Regency Woods Dr to Cardinal Dr.
The project is receiving a rate of eighty percent (80%) funding through the State Exchange Funding from the Local Bridge (LBR) funding program.
The project was awarded to J.D. Williamson Construction Co., Inc. of Tallmadge Ohio.
The work covered by the plans and specifications includes: superstructure replacement with substructure repairs of the Sanctuary Drive Bridge over the East Branch of the Chagrin River. The existing two spans of single span prestressed non-composite box beams will be replaced with a two span continuous steel beam bridge, composite reinforced concrete deck and semi-integral abutments on the existing substructure units. Storm sewer updates and new guardrail is also included.
NEWS RELEASE
JUNE 5, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: PROUTY ROAD RESURFACING PROJECT IN CONCORD TOWNSHIP – UPDATE
The second phase of the Prouty Road Resurfacing Project is scheduled to begin on Wednesday, June 7th. The second phase will replace five culverts between Morley Road and Auburn Road. The road will be closed to all traffic while work is performed. This is expected to last 14 days.
Posted Detour: Auburn Road to Ravenna Road to SR 84 (Johnnycake Ridge Road) to Morley Road
All future phases which include a 1.5’ widening slot on each side of the road, pavement milling, repairs and resurfacing, driveway repair which includes 2’ of asphalt adjacent to the road edge and site restoration will be done under flagger control. One lane of two-way traffic will be maintained at all times. Drivers should expect delays.
Please submit comments and questions to Traci Salkiewicz, PE, Chief Deputy Engineer: Phone: (440) 350-2016, Fax: (440) 352-8133
Email: [email protected]
Mail: 105 Main Street, Suite A205, Painesville, Ohio 44077.
NEWS RELEASE
May 23, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: PROUTY ROAD RESURFACING PROJECT IN CONCORD TOWNSHIP
Lake County Engineer James R. Gills, PE, PS announced today that the Prouty Road Resurfacing project is set to begin on Tuesday, May 30, 2023.
The federally funded project was awarded to Karvo Companies, Inc of Stow, Ohio. The project limits are between SR 84 (Johnnycake Ridge Road) and Ravenna Road.
The first phase of the project, set to begin on May 30, 2023, will require a road closure between South Meadow Drive and Morley Road for the installation of two culverts that cross Prouty Road. The closure is expected to last for five days.
Posted Detour: Morley Road to SR 84 (Johnnycake Ridge Road).
The second phase, to replace five culverts between Morley Road and Auburn Road will begin only after Prouty Road west of Morley Road is fully open to traffic. This is expected to last 10 days.
Posted Detour: Auburn Road to Ravenna Road to SR 84 (Johnnycake Ridge Road) to Morley Road
All future phases which include a 1.5’ widening slot on each side of the road, pavement milling, repairs and resurfacing, driveway repair which includes 2’ of asphalt adjacent to the road edge and site restoration will be done under flagger control. One lane of two-way traffic will be maintained at all times. Drivers should expect delays.
Please submit comments and questions to Traci Salkiewicz, PE, Chief Deputy Engineer: Phone: (440) 350-2016, Fax: (440) 352-8133
Email: [email protected]
Mail: 105 Main Street, Suite A205, Painesville, Ohio 44077.
NEWS RELEASE
May 19, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
NEWELL STREET TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE IN PAINESVILLE TOWNSHIP – UPDATE
DUE TO SEVERAL RAILROAD CROSSING CLOSURES WITHIN THE CITY OF PAINESVILLE BETWEEN MONDAY, MAY 22ND AND MAY 25TH, THE PROPOSED CLOSURE ON NEWELL STREET HAS BEEN POSTPONED UNTIL THURSDAY, MAY 25, 2023.
Newell Street between Florence Avenue and Blackbrook Road in Painesville Township will be closed to all traffic on Tuesday, May 23, 2023 between 7:00 am and 7:00 pm. The closure is necessary for a private contractor to open cut the roadway to install a sanitary connection for a new home. Due to the depth of the sanitary sewer on Newell Street, it is not possible to safely maintain traffic during the installation.
Suggested alternate route:
Button Avenue to Stage Avenue to Richmond Street (SR 283) – Detour signage will be posted by the Contractor.
NEWS RELEASE
May 5, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
BLASÉ-NEMETH ROAD CLOSURE IN PAINESVILLE TOWNSHIP
Blasé-Nemeth Road in Painesville Township between US 20 (North Ridge Road) and the Lake County Solid Waste District (Landfill) will be closed on Monday, May 8, 2023. The closure is necessary while the facility has maintenance performed on it’s weigh scales. The closure is scheduled to begin at 6:00 am. The road will be open by the end of the work day.
Suggested alternate route:
US 20 to Bacon Road to Blasé-Nemeth Road
OR
SR 2 Westbound to SR 535 Fairport Nursery Road exit to Blasé-Nemeth Road
Questions should be directed to the Lake County Solid Waste District at (440) 350-2208.
NEWS RELEASE
January 13, 2023
LAKE COUNTY, OHIO – SNOW PLOW/SALT POLICY – 2022-2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
The Lake County Engineer’s Office re-evaluates the County snow policy and procedures every year in order to keep up with changing costs and road conditions. The Lake County Engineer’s Office is responsible for over 304 lane miles of County Roads and 110 lane miles along SR 2 from the Cuyahoga County line to the bridge over the Grand River in Painesville City/Township. We also assist local Townships/Villages and Cities, as needed. During winter storm events, the priority remains SR 2, County Roads and then any Township/Village/City roads that we are assisting with.
There are typically ten snowplow trucks on the County Road system and four snowplow trucks on SR 2. However, we adjust the number of trucks in any given area based on the storm conditions and where the trucks are most needed. Our crews use untreated salt to maintain the freeway and County highway system.
Our policy and procedures on SR 2 this year will be similar to last years. We will use salt as the primary tool in deicing the freeway. During each winter storm, the priority will be the slower (right) lane and the ramps along SR 2. The remaining mainline lanes will be plowed center lane to left as applicable until the storm eases or we have reasonably cleared the other areas of SR 2.
The salting priority for the County Highway system will be hills, bends and intersections. The straights will be spot treated in a manner to keep them passable. As the storm subsides, we will put material down on the straights. This will continue until the storm ends. At that time, any hard pack that has formed will be treated and cleared
During the evening hours (8 PM – 4 AM), the County will put down minimal material to keep the highways passable. This is a time when traffic volumes are low. This nighttime salting policy applies only to the County Highway system, not SR 2.
Our salting policy will be consistent with that of recent years. Supply and demand in tandem with economics and environmental impacts have forced us to enact these policies and procedures. Our goal with this policy is to continue to provide the citizens of Lake County with a safe driving environment and allow us to stretch our reserves for the entire winter season. It will require county drivers to cooperate during these events. Please exercise caution and be free of distractions while driving on our roadways during snow and ice conditions.
NEWS RELEASE
August 25, 2022
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
EMERGENCY – FORD ROAD CLOSURE IN MADISON TOWNSHIP
Effective immediately, a section of Ford Road over Talcott Creek approximately 4.2 miles east of Blair Road and approximately 1.8 miles west of SR 528 in Madison Township is closed to all traffic.
The Lake County Engineer’s Office has been monitoring this section of roadway and has made intermediate repairs to slow the imminent slope and structural wingwall failure. The heavy rainfall experienced during the last few rain events has exasperated the situation.
Engineers are working to determine a long term repair. The length of the closure is unknown at this time. Additional information will be released when it is available.
We apologize for the short notice and the inconvenience but this office believes that the emergency closure is necessary to protect public welfare and safety. Drivers should not try to drive around and/or move the barricades to gain access. POSTED DETOUR – Blair Road to River Road to SR 528
NEWS RELEASE
August 9, 2022
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
EMERGENCY – PAINE ROAD CLOSURE IN LEROY TOWNSHIP
Effective immediately, a section of Paine Road just north of Carter Road and approximately 0.2 miles south of Taylor Road in Leroy Township is closed to all traffic.
The Lake County Engineer’s Office has been monitoring this section of roadway on the hill for the past few months. Soil borings have been taken and a consulting engineering firm has been retained to inspect the retaining wall, evaluate the structural integrity of the wall, analyze the results and propose repairs for a potential failure. The results of their study and recommendations are still pending.
Unfortunately, the excessive amount of rainfall over the last ten hours and field observations has caused concern that the southbound lane of the road is unstable thus necessitating the road closure and additional inspections.
The road will remain closed until results of the engineering analysis is available. Additional information will be released at that time.
We apologize for the short notice and the inconvenience but this office believes that the emergency closure is necessary to protect public welfare and safety. Drivers should not try to drive around and/or move the barricades to gain access.
POSTED DETOUR – Carter Road to Vrooman Road to South Ridge Road (SR 84) to Adams Road to River Road to Blair Road
NEWS RELEASE
March 24, 2021
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
CALLOW ROAD – EMERGENCY BRIDGE CLOSURE
Effective immediately, Callow Road at the bridge over East Creek in Leroy Township will be closed to all traffic. The bridge is located approximately 0.3 miles south of SR 86.
The Lake County Engineer’s Office has been monitoring this location. The most recent inspection showed continued deterioration of the embankment and wingwalls one of the quadrants that requires traffic to be diverted from driving on the structure.
The road will remain closed until further notice.
We apologize for the short notice and the inconvenience but this office believes that the emergency closure is necessary to protect public welfare and safety. Drivers should not try to drive around and/or move the barricades to gain access. Additionally, due to the unsafe nature of the wingwall, the public should not be in the stream near the bridge.
Suggested alternate route:
SR 86 to Girdled Road