MIAMI COUNTY — Rest areas in Miami County will be closed until 2025 as they get a major makeover.
The Ohio Department of Transportation announced the Miami County north and southbound I-75 rest areas will close on Oct. 11 for demolition and replacement.
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The work is expected to take around a year with a tentative reopening date of fall 2025.
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While construction is taking place the rest areas will be completely closed to the public, ODOT said.
The new “lodge-style” building will include larger restrooms with adult changing tables, a lobby area with vending and regional tourism information, and an attached covered outdoor picnic area.
ODOT warned that as a result of the closure more commercial driers may be parked alongside on-ramps and exit ramps in the area.
The nearest rest areas on I-75 will be those located just north of Wapakoneta.
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