Tuscarawas County Emergency Management Agency

10/15/2026

Alrighty folks. It looks like we are gonna get wet this afternoon, but hopefully the storms will stay north of us.

For our baseball fans, it looks like the rain will hold off since game time was changed. Fingers crossed and Go Guardians!

10/13/2026

From our partners at Ohio Department of Transportation Eastern Ohio District 11

Barnhill Road bridge (County Road 68) in Midvale closed until further notice

Effective immediately, the Barnhill Road bridge over U.S. Route 250 in Midvale is closed to all traffic due to structural damage. The ramps to/from U.S. Route 250 will remain open at the interchange, though drivers cannot cross the bridge.

Currently, all lanes of U.S. Route 250 will remain open.

Background:

Several weeks ago, the bridge was struck by a vehicle hauling heavy machinery, resulting in damage to several beams and reducing traffic to one lane with temporary signals. Following regular monitoring and inspections, ODOT inspectors today discovered significant cracking on one of the damaged bridge beams, prompting the immediate full closure out of an abundance of caution.

Next Steps & Timeline:

ODOT is actively developing a permanent repair solution. An exact reopening date is currently unknown. Further updates will be provided as project plans and timelines are finalized.

Drivers are encouraged to use an alternative route

10/09/2026

Good afternoon, T County! Here is your construction update for this weekend!

Currently no active projects or traffic impacts on I-77 in Tuscarawas County. WOOHOO!!!!!

State Route 39 resurfacing east of Sugarcreek: A project to resurface nearly four miles of SR 39, starting on the east side of Sugarcreek near Dutch Valley Drive and continuing east to Pyle Road. Resurfacing work will occur only at night, with flaggers directing traffic. Estimated Completion: September 30, 2026.

West 3rd Street closure in Uhrichsville: The West 3rd Street bridge is closed from Water Street to West Jay Street for a bridge replacement project from July 13-October 31. Estimated Completion: October 31, 2026.

County Road 68 (Barnhill Road) traffic impact: The bridge carrying Barnhill Road (County Road 68) over U.S. 250 in Midvale is reduced to one lane. The lane restriction is in place out of an abundance of caution until repairs can be made. In September 2026, a vehicle carrying machinery struck the bridge while traveling westbound on U.S. 250. ODOT is working toward a permanent fix, and the bridge will remain reduced to one lane with temporary traffic signals until that work is complete, which is estimated to take a year.

Have a safe and fun-filled weekend!

09/21/2026

It's fair week!

Stop by and see us under the grandstand. Pick up a whistle/flashlight, grab a pen, and check out our safety information.

We are here all week during the day and would love for you to stop by and introduce yourself!

09/20/2026

UPDATE:

Tuscawas County is under a Flash Flood Warning until noon Monday, September 21.

Please do not drive through moving water. 6 inches can move a small car. 12 inches can move an SUV. Please don't take the chance!

You also don't know what maybe under that water. A roadway may have washed away and it is now deeper than what you thought! Again, please don't take the chance!

Turn Around. Don't Drown!

09/20/2026

Construction update for Tuscarawas County from Ohio Department of Transportation Eastern Ohio District 11

We usually post this on Friday, but I saw the project by Dutch Valley Drive and it happened again - noodles!!!

I-77 northbound lane closure near Stonecreek:September 8-22, I-77 northbound will be reduced to one lane at mile marker 73 (EXIT 73 for Stonecreek) for bridge maintenance work. Estimated Completion: September 22, 2026

State Route Projects
State Route 39 resurfacing east of Sugarcreek: A project to resurface nearly four miles of SR 39, starting on the east side of Sugarcreek near Dutch Valley Drive and continuing east to Pyle Road. The first phase includes pavement repairs, which will require temporary traffic signals to manage traffic. Once the repairs are complete, resurfacing will take place only at night, with flaggers directing traffic. Estimated Completion: September 30, 2026.

U.S. Route 36 bridge repairs: Work is underway to repair the U.S. Route 36 bridge located at the Coshocton County line. U.S. 36 is reduced to one lane in both directions. Estimated Completion: September 14, 2026

West 3 July 13-October 31, the West 3rd Street bridge is closed from Water Street to West Jay Street for a bridge replacement project. Estimated Completion: October 31, 2026.

Stay safe, T County. We have a lot of rain headed our way this next week. Hopefully some of it breaks up so we will have a nice Tuscawas County Fair week!

09/12/2026

A Flood Watch has been issued for Tuscarawas County until 1:00am Sunday.

As we get more rain today, please keep an eye on rivers and creeks, as well as low lying areas.

Remember, do not drive through standing or moving water.

Turn Around. Don't Drown!

09/11/2026

Here is our weekend/upcoming road closures.

I-77 northbound lane closure near Stonecreek:September 8-22, I-77 northbound will be reduced to one lane at mile marker 73 (EXIT 73 for Stonecreek) for bridge maintenance work. Estimated Completion: September 22, 2026

State Route 39 resurfacing east of Sugarcreek: A project to resurface nearly four miles of SR 39, starting on the east side of Sugarcreek near Dutch Valley Drive and continuing east to Pyle Road. The first phase includes pavement repairs, which will require temporary traffic signals to manage traffic. Once the repairs are complete, resurfacing will take place only at night, with flaggers directing traffic. Estimated Completion: September 30, 2026.

U.S. Route 36 bridge repairs: Work is underway to repair the U.S. Route 36 bridge located at the Coshocton County line. U.S. 36 is reduced to one lane in both directions. Estimated Completion: September 14, 2026

West 3 July 13-October 31, the West 3rd Street bridge is closed from Water Street to West Jay Street for a bridge replacement project. Estimated Completion: October 31, 2026.

Have a safe weekend!

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09/10/2026

Ladies and Gentlemen, that seems to be it for now.

Our Severe Thunderstorm Watch has been cancelled.

Have a good night's rest, T County!

09/10/2026

Tuscarawas County is now under a Tornado Warning.
Please go to your basement or the innermost room of your home.

This warning expires at 8:45pm.