Ohio Grade Crossing Safety: CFE, PUCO, $4.3M Federal Funds

Ohio approves over $4.3M for **grade crossing safety improvements**. The **railroad** CFE will upgrade crossings across four counties, with federal funding, by 2026.

Ohio Grade Crossing Safety: CFE, PUCO, $4.3M Federal Funds
October 21, 2025 11:54 pm
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Introduction

On October 15, the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) approved over $4.3 million in safety improvements for grade crossings across four counties, with the Chicago Fort Wayne and Eastern Railroad (CFE) set to complete the upgrades by July 15, 2026, using federal funding.

Allen County Projects

In Allen County, CFE will undertake several projects. These include the installation of flashing lights with surface reconstruction at the Center Street crossing. Additionally, the project encompasses the installation of flashing lights, gates, and an ADA-compliant sidewalk on the west side of the North West Street crossing, as well as flashing lights and gates at both the North Elizabeth Street and North Pine Street crossings. The total cost for these Allen County projects is $2 million, covered by federal funds.

Wyandot and Hardin County Upgrades

CFE will also install flashing lights, gates, and a new surface at a crossing in Upper Sandusky, Wyandot County. Furthermore, the company will install flashing lights and gates at a crossing in Hardin County. The combined cost for these projects in Wyandot and Hardin counties amounts to $1.2 million, also supported by federal funding.

Funding and Timeline

The total amount approved by the PUCO for these safety improvements exceeds $4.3 million. The projects are scheduled to be completed by July 15, 2026, with all funding coming from federal sources.

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Conclusion

The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) has approved over $4.3 million in safety improvements for grade crossings in four counties. The Chicago Fort Wayne and Eastern Railroad (CFE) will carry out these upgrades, which are slated for completion by July 15, 2026, using federal funds.

Company Summary

Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO): The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio is a regulatory agency responsible for overseeing public utilities in the state of Ohio.

Chicago Fort Wayne and Eastern Railroad (CFE): The Chicago Fort Wayne and Eastern Railroad (CFE) is the entity responsible for implementing the approved grade crossing safety improvements.

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