Canal Winchester City Government

Canal Winchester City Government Canal Wi******er is a vibrant and historic town located 15 miles southeast of downtown Columbus, Ohio Now positioned along U.S.

Our community is a vibrant and historic town located approximately 15 miles southeast of downtown Columbus, Ohio. Established in 1828, Canal Wi******er has a rich history in agriculture, commerce and transportation. From 1831 until 1902, the Ohio and Erie Canal was routed through what today is historic downtown Canal Wi******er. Route 33 in Franklin and Fairfield counties, this growing community -

which still boasts plenty of small town charm - is within a 10 minute drive of central Ohio's major interstate highways, international airports and big city amenities.

Update 12:00 PM - The westbound lanes have reopened.Rte 33 Westbound Lanes Closed at Bowen Road: An accident on Rte 33 a...
08/31/2026

Update 12:00 PM - The westbound lanes have reopened.

Rte 33 Westbound Lanes Closed at Bowen Road: An accident on Rte 33 at Bowen Road has closed the westbound lanes. Expect extra travel time in the area as detoured traffic routes through town to Gender Road.

An accident on Rte 33 at Bowen Road has closed the westbound lanes. Expect extra travel time in the area as detoured traffic routes through town to Gender Road.

Lithopolis-Wi******er Road Work This Week: Fairfield County is working on Lithopolis-Wi******er Road this week. Crews wi...
08/31/2026

Lithopolis-Wi******er Road Work This Week: Fairfield County is working on Lithopolis-Wi******er Road this week. Crews will be working from E. Columbus St south to the Village of Lithopolis. Traffic will be maintained by flaggers with rolling lane closures.

Fairfield County is working on Lithopolis-Wi******er Road this week. Crews will be working from E. Columbus St south to the Village of Lithopolis. Traffic will be maintained by flaggers with rolling lane closures.

Labor Day Festival Road Closures: Street closures and parking restrictions are scheduled to begin Friday, September 4 fo...
08/26/2026

Labor Day Festival Road Closures: Street closures and parking restrictions are scheduled to begin Friday, September 4 for the 2026 Canal Wi******er Labor Day Festival. These restrictions will remain in place through Monday, September 7.

Street closures and parking restrictions are scheduled to begin Friday, September 4 for the 2026 Canal Wi******er Labor Day Festival. These restrictions will remain in place through Monday, September 7.

Mosquito Spraying Scheduled for Wednesday, August 26: Mosquito spraying is scheduled for tonight beginning at 9 PM, weat...
08/26/2026

Mosquito Spraying Scheduled for Wednesday, August 26: Mosquito spraying is scheduled for tonight beginning at 9 PM, weather permitting. To view a map of the area being sprayed, FAQs about mosquito spraying, and safety tips, please visit https://mosquito.myfcph.org/spray-schedule-maps/

Mosquito spraying is scheduled for tonight beginning at 9 PM, weather permitting. To view a map of the area being sprayed, FAQs about mosquito spraying, and safety tips, please visit https://mosquito.myfcph.org/spray-schedule-maps/

Railroad Crossing Malfunction Causing Delays on Gender Rd: The stop arms for the railroad crossing at Gender Road are ma...
08/24/2026

Railroad Crossing Malfunction Causing Delays on Gender Rd: The stop arms for the railroad crossing at Gender Road are malfunctioning. Crews have been notified of the issue and are called for maintenance. Gender Road is experiencing traffic delays due to the issue.

The stop arms for the railroad crossing at Gender Road are malfunctioning. Crews have been notified of the issue and are called for maintenance. Gender Road is experiencing traffic delays due to the issue.

Update: Localized Flooding Receded, Roads Reopened Updated on 2026-08-21: Update August 21, 5:30 AM - water has receded ...
08/21/2026

Update: Localized Flooding Receded, Roads Reopened Updated on 2026-08-21: Update August 21, 5:30 AM - water has receded and the roads have reopened.
Localized flooding has led to road closures in town. Please use caution when traveling in the area and allow extra time for your commutes. Remember - turn around, don’t drown Update:

August 21, 5:30 AM - water has receded and the roads have reopened.

Update August 21, 5:30 AM - water has receded and the roads have reopened. Localized flooding has led to road closures in town. Please use caution when traveling in the area and allow extra time for your commutes. Remember - turn around, don’t drown

Localized Flooding Causing Road Closures Updated on 2026-08-21: Localized flooding has led to road closures in town. Ple...
08/21/2026

Localized Flooding Causing Road Closures Updated on 2026-08-21: Localized flooding has led to road closures in town. Please use caution when traveling in the area and allow extra time for your commutes. Remember - turn around, don’t drown. Update:

August 21, 5:30 AM - water has receded and the roads have reopened.

Update August 21, 5:30 AM - water has receded and the roads have reopened. Localized flooding has led to road closures in town. Please use caution when traveling in the area and allow extra time for your commutes. Remember - turn around, don’t drown

Localized Flooding Causing Road Closures: Localized flooding has led to road closures in town. Please use caution when t...
08/21/2026

Localized Flooding Causing Road Closures: Localized flooding has led to road closures in town. Please use caution when traveling in the area and allow extra time for your commutes. Remember - turn around, don’t drown.

Localized flooding has led to road closures in town. Please use caution when traveling in the area and allow extra time for your commutes. Remember - turn around, don’t drown.

Bixby Road Reopened in CW Updated on 2026-08-20: Bixby Road is closed from Wi******er Pike to 5800 Bixby Road due to dow...
08/20/2026

Bixby Road Reopened in CW Updated on 2026-08-20: Bixby Road is closed from Wi******er Pike to 5800 Bixby Road due to down power lines. AEP is on site. We will share another update when the road has reopened. Update:

August 20, 1:20 PM Update: The roadway is now open.

Bixby Road is closed from Wi******er Pike to 5800 Bixby Road due to down power lines. AEP is on site. We will share another update when the road has reopened.

Address

45 E. Waterloo Street
Canal Wi******er, OH
43110

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+16148377493

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