Erie Avenue & Murray Road Safety Improvements
The Erie Avenue & Murray Road Safety Improvements Project is a planned safety and connectivity project along Erie Avenue from Saybrook Avenue to Murray Road, and along Murray Road near its intersection with La Crosse Avenue.
The project will redesign key intersections, enhance existing bike lanes by adding protection, fill a gap in the sidewalk network on Murray Road, and improve connections to the existing trail system, making the corridor safer and more comfortable for people walking, biking, and driving through Hyde Park, Oakley, and Madisonville.
The project is currently in the design phase. Community feedback collected at the open house and from this website will help shape final design details. Construction is slated for Summer 2027. This project is primarily funded through Ohio Public Works Commission (OPWC) and Metro Transportation Improvement Fund (MTIF) grants.
47% of people currently traveling along this section of Erie Avenue feel "Somewhat or Very Uncomfortable."
Erie Avenue: Saybrook Avenue to Rosslyn Drive
Pavement rehabilitation - Erie Avenue was last paved more than 20 years ago and has an average pavement condition index (PCI) of 31, categorized as “very poor.”
Three-lane roadway - The existing four-lane roadway will be converted to three lanes to help address speeding and a history of sideswipe and fixed-object crashes. Federal Highway Administration data shows an average 47% crash reduction for this type of conversion.
One-way protected bike lanes - Wider, protected bike lanes will replace the existing narrow, unprotected lanes. About 67% of bicyclists surveyed said they are uncomfortable biking on Erie Avenue today.
Erie Avenue: Rosslyn Drive to Murray Road
Pavement rehabilitation - This section was last paved more than 20 years ago and has an average PCI of 41, categorized as “poor.”
Rosslyn Drive signal reconstruction - The aging signal at Rosslyn Drive will be fully reconstructed to address its condition and ongoing detection issues.
Slip lane removal and intersection redesigns - Slip lanes at Rosslyn Drive and Murray Road will be removed to reduce high-speed turns and shorten pedestrian crossings. The redesigned intersections will continue to accommodate trucks and other large vehicles. Slip lanes are considered an antiquated design that is less safe than fully signalized or stop-controlled intersections. The city is proactively removing slip lanes whenever possible.
Four-lane roadway maintained - Four lanes will remain between Rosslyn Drive and Murray Road to accommodate higher traffic volumes.
Two-way protected bike lane - A two-way protected bike lane on the south side of Erie Avenue will connect to the proposed Murray Road shared-use path and Murray Trail.
New pedestrian crossing at Murray Road - A new crosswalk will provide a more direct crossing of Erie Avenue and better access to the existing bus stop and shelter.
Murray Road: Erie Avenue to La Crosse Avenue
Pavement rehabilitation - Murray Road was last paved more than 20 years ago and has an average PCI of 30, categorized as “very poor.” New curb will also be constructed on both sides.
New north-side sidewalk - A new sidewalk will fill the existing gap between Erie Avenue and La Crosse Avenue.
South-side shared-use path - The existing sidewalk will be widened into a shared-use path connecting to the Murray Trail. Curb ramps and crosswalks at the Cincinnati Sports Club entrance will also be widened.
La Crosse Avenue intersection realignment - The intersection will be realigned to improve sight distance for drivers entering Murray Road and connect to the new north-side sidewalk.
The video below shows a traffic model of the proposed Erie Avenue design during PM peak hours. The model uses current traffic volumes to evaluate how vehicles are expected to move through the redesigned intersection and where delays may occur.
Overall, the analysis shows traffic operations along this section of Erie Avenue staying the same or improving with the proposed design, in part due to updated signal timing.
The most significant change in the proposed design is removing the Erie-to-Murray slip lane. However, the proposed design can accommodate the same traffic volumes without adding a significant delay.
Drivers turning right from Erie Avenue onto Murray Road will experience a slight delay compared with the existing free-flow slip lane, but the same number of vehicles is expected to make it through the signal.
The proposed design balances vehicle operations with safety and access for all commuters— people driving, walking, and biking.
Proposed Design - Section A-A: Erie Avenue from Saybrook Ave to Duck Creek
- Cross Section A-A: An on-street example view of the roadway lanes and right-of-way use.
- Cross Section B-B: An on-street example view of the roadway lanes and right-of-way use.
Crash Data - Erie Avenue and Murray Rd
Summary of Community Feedback Survey Responses
DOTE project engagement has recently included the following:
- Stakeholder meetings Spring 2026 with the Village of Fairfax and Cincinnati Sports Club.
- Community Feedback Survey: Available online July 13 – August 14, 2026
- Shared on project website and with community councils and stakeholders to share with their networks.
- Summary of Survey Responses
- Open House Meeting Tuesday, September 29, 2026, at East Side Recreation Center in Oakley.
- Shared on social media and with community councils and stakeholders to share with their networks.
- Slideshow featuring proposed project improvements, existing condition visuals, and noteworthy takeaways from the community survey.
- Updates to Community Councils, Stakeholders, and Web on October 13, 2026.
- Added project highlights and traffic analysis information and video.
Click the Visuals tab to view the project exhibits from the public meeting and more.
Please use the form below to share your comments and feedback on the Erie Avenue & Murray Road project. Comments are accepted through Friday, October 30, 2026.