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A vehicle crosses over Interstate 75 on the Millikin Road overpass Tuesday in Liberty Twp. The Butler County Engineer’s Office will now seek a consulting firm to evaluate the possibility of building an interchange at I-75 and Millikin Road. The proposed project is estimated to cost $79 million.

Credit: Nick Graham

Credit: Nick Graham

A vehicle crosses over Interstate 75 on the Millikin Road overpass Tuesday in Liberty Twp. The Butler County Engineer’s Office will now seek a consulting firm to evaluate the possibility of building an interchange at I-75 and Millikin Road. The proposed project is estimated to cost $79 million.
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By Taylor Stumbaugh – Staff Writer
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Ohio plans to release more funding for road projects that will begin the in the next two years, including two that will lower traffic congestion near the Dayton airport and in West Carrolloton.

Funding for a third project will help planners purchase land near a new interchange for Interstate 75, south of Middletown.

The Transportation Improvement District Program will add $8.9 million to support 26 transportation projects in 19 counties, according to the Ohio Department of Transportation.

“By investing in transportation infrastructure that aligns with local and regional priorities, we’re helping to create jobs, strengthen communities and attract private investment,” said Gov. Mike DeWine in a press release. “These funds go directly to projects that position Ohio for success now and well into the future.”

The projects are expected to support more than 19,400 jobs and more than $3 billion in private sector capital investments, according to ODOT.

Montgomery County has two projects in the cities of Union and West Carrollton and Butler County has one in Liberty Twp.

Improvements in the city of Union include the reconstruction and widening of North County Line Road west of the Peters Pike and Lightner Road intersection.

It will modernize a narrow road to efficiently move trucks and employees to an industrial park near the Dayton International Airport.

This project will support more than $500 million in private sector capital investment, it will supply 250 new jobs and will cost $500,000, according to state documents.

Improvements to West Carrollton’s River District Roadway adds a traffic signal, pavement markings and storm sewer to the Manchester Road and Marina Drive intersection.

The estimated capital investment in this area exceeds $30 million, it will supply 100 new jobs and will cost $250,000.

ExplorePlans for Millikin Road Interchange move forward with $10M infusion from county

Butler County’s project in Liberty Township includes the right-of-way acquisition for the new diverging diamond interchange at I-75 and Millikin Road and the roundabouts at Cincinnati Dayton Road and Butler Warren Road.

More than 750 acres will be opened up for commercial development as a result of this interchange, 75 jobs will be retained and it will cost $500,000, according to state documents.

“Transportation is the backbone for moving people and goods as well as the catalyst for economic development opportunities,” said Boratyn in the press release. “This innovative transportation program is a powerful tool for driving growth in communities across Ohio.”

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