The federal funds will allow for an upgrade of flashing lights and gates.
The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio has approved construction authorization from the Ohio Rail Development Commission for the installation of flashing lights and gates in Fayette County.
Through the upgrade, Indiana & Ohio Railway will install flashing lights and gates at the Compton Road/Township Road 99 grade crossing in Jefferson Township. The railroad is responsible for completing construction of the upgrade by May 1, 2013.
Funding will be provided by federal funds.