$100 Million Repaves 642 Miles of NY Highways

Drivers near listed routes in Steuben, Allegany, and Livingston counties should expect lane closures during the 2026 season.

Updated on Nov. 11, 2026 in Home Renovation

Bold vector editorial illustration of a freshly repaved two-lane highway curving across rolling green farmland under a cream sky, marked by orange cones. — Governor Kathy Hochul announced $100 million to repave 642 lane miles of state highways at 68 locations, with lane closures expected in Steuben, Allegany, and Livingston counties this season. AI Illustration. Upload story photo >

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New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced $100 million in funding for the Harsh Winter Paving program, which will repave 642 lane miles of state highways at 68 locations statewide. The State Department of Transportation administers the program.

Why it matters

The repaving targets roadways damaged by New York's harsh winter weather, which affects drivers and vehicle wear in every region of the state. The announcement comes as part of a record investment in roads for the 2026 construction season.

Regional allocations include $620,000 for U.S. Route 15 in Wayland, $622,000 for State Routes 226 and 415 in Savona, and $1.5 million for State Route 5 and U.S. Route 20 in Avon and Lima. Allegany County projects include $825,000 in Alfred, $450,000 in Andover, and $650,000 in Angelica.

The players

Kathy Hochul

Governor of New York, who announced the Harsh Winter Paving funding and the state's record 2026 road investment.

New York State Department of Transportation

The state agency that administers the Harsh Winter Paving program and oversees repaving of New York's state highways.

The details

The Harsh Winter Paving program is administered by the State Department of Transportation and funded through the state's capital investment in roadway repaving. Projects are spread across Steuben, Allegany, and Livingston counties and cover resurfacing work on U.S. and state routes. The program's 642 lane miles span highways in every region of New York.

Last fall: Governor announced record investment for 2026 construction season roads.
November 10, 2026: Governor announced the $100 million Harsh Winter Paving funding.
2026 construction season: Over 180 other paving projects are scheduled for completion this year.

The Home Front

The announcement sits within the FY26 Enacted Budget, which set aside $800 million for paving across the state. The Harsh Winter Paving allocation is one part of that larger commitment to roads damaged by cold-weather seasons.

If you live near one of the listed routes in Steuben, Allegany, or Livingston counties, expect lane closures and detours during the 2026 construction season. Plan extra travel time and check your vehicle's tire and suspension condition, which can be affected by rough pavement.

The takeaway

Road repaving is a state-funded fix for winter damage, and the work is scheduled across the 2026 season. Keep an eye on your local route closures and have a licensed mechanic check your tires and suspension if you notice new vibration or pulling.