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Every roadway tells a story of movement and growth. DLZ designs roadway solutions for local streets and major interstates alike, balancing safety, efficiency, and community context. We partner with federal, state, and local governments to deliver infrastructure that supports daily life and drives long-term success.

From rural farm roads to urban corridors and major interstates, our work spans every roadway context. We bring an integrated approach to each project, combining corridor planning, intersection analysis, drainage design, and smart technology with the rehabilitation and maintenance strategies that keep existing infrastructure performing. Whatever the scale or setting, the goal is the same: roads that are safe, efficient, and built to last.

Featured Capabilities

Rural Design

Rural roadways must navigate natural landscapes, from farmland to mountainous terrain, while keeping people, goods, and services moving safely and efficiently. Thoughtful design addresses terrain, access, and freight needs to deliver reliable infrastructure that serves communities for years to come.

Urban Design

Urban streets play a critical role in everyday life, supporting mobility, safety, and access for all users. Context-sensitive roadway design helps communities balance movement with livability while strengthening connections between people, places, and neighborhoods.

Interstates & Interchanges

Interstates and interchanges are vital connections that support regional mobility and economic activity. Well-planned solutions improve safety, capacity, and system performance while helping agencies navigate complex operational and long-term infrastructure needs.

Corridor Studies

DLZ provides a clear picture of existing conditions, future demand, and potential improvements across entire transportation networks. By aligning safety, mobility, land use, and community priorities, these efforts create a confident path forward through informed decision-making.

Intersection Alternatives

Intersections are key decision points that directly impact safety and traffic flow. We help communities evaluate a range of alternatives that reduce congestion, improve operations, and support long-term transportation goals.

Integrated Design

Successful roadway projects rely on coordination across disciplines, from traffic and drainage to structures and environmental considerations. An integrated approach simplifies delivery, reduces risk, and ensures solutions are practical, efficient, and responsive to community needs.

Rehabilitation

Roadway rehabilitation extends the life of existing infrastructure while improving safety and performance. Targeted improvements address pavement condition, geometry, and operational needs to help communities maintain reliable roadways without full reconstruction.

Roadway Drainage & Stormwater Management

Effective drainage and stormwater management help protect roadways and surrounding resources. DLZ combines stormwater systems, best management practices (BMPs), and water-quality considerations to support resilient infrastructure and long-term performance.

Smart Streets

Smart streets integrate technology, data, and multimodal considerations to create safer, more responsive transportation networks. DLZ solutions support better operations, real-time monitoring, and improved user experience while adapting to the evolving needs of communities.

Related Work

Madison Avenue Corridor Road Diet & Trail

Indianapolis

, Indiana

KY 213 Widening

Powell County

, Kentucky

I-275 Reconstruction

Canton, Plymouth, & Livonia

, Michigan

Ohio Turnpike

Multiple Counties

, Ohio

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Chad

Rundle, PE

Roadway Department Manager

Ohio

David

Hoeh, PE

Division Manager

Michigan

Dan

Wiktorzak

Department Manager

Illinois

Scott

Campbell, PE

Ohio Director of Transportation