News: Cannon Drive Relocation – Phase 2

  • Trail Reroute Continues, Northwest Stadium Parking Closes

    November 13, 2023
    The Olentangy Trail detour, previously anticipated to open at the end of November, will remain in place through summer 2024 to support continued levee work as part of the Cannon Drive Relocation – Phase 2 project, which will add a 500-year flood protection for Ohio State’s Columbus campus.Lincoln Tower Loading Dock Accessible via Herrick DriveBeginning Monday, December 4, the Lincoln Tower loadin...
    map showing Olentangy Trail rerouted east of stadium

  • Increased Noise, Construction Traffic Near Drake and Towers

    November 1, 2023
    As early as November 6 and continuing through the end of January 2024, the demolition of the Drake Performance Center will occur.  Fencing around the site will remain in place. Additional noise associated with the demolition will take place Monday through Friday, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. An increase in construction vehicle traffic is also anticipated. The work supports the Cannon Drive Rel...
    drake union facing south

  • Slideshow: Cannon Drive Relocation Phase 2

    September 27, 2023
    Construction on the Cannon Drive Relocation Phase 2 project is almost at the halfway point. At about 40% completion, between 30 and 50 workers make their way to the site daily aiming for a December 2024 completion date. Crews are currently working on opening the Herrick intersection, preparing to demolish Drake Union and continuing work on the levee. Safety remains top of mind for everyone on the...
    Cannon West sky view

  • Herrick, Cannon Closures and CABS Impacts

    September 20, 2023
    Updated: September 27, 2023Traffic ImpactsFrom 8 p.m. on October 4 through 5 a.m. on October 5, Herrick Drive between the Transit Hub and Lincoln Tower will be reduced to one lane, two-way traffic as roadway preparations occur for the Cannon and Herrick intersection  / Herrick bridge opening.When the intersection and Herrick bridge open at 5 a.m. on October 5, Cannon between Herrick and Lincoln T...
    map showing cannon drive close north of herrick drive

  • Cannon Drive, CABS Updates

    July 24, 2023
    Cannon Drive Relocation – Phase 2 progress continues. The intersection of John Herrick Drive and Cannon Drive, originally anticipated to reopen in August 2023, will reopen in late September 2023. This change provides additional time to complete required infrastructure-related roadway work in the area. The Campus Area Bus Service Med Center Express and Campus Loop South routes will continue to use...
    Cannon Drive Phase 2 Construction - Stage 2B Updated July 2023

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