OVI Checkpoints in Mahoning

CityOVI Checkpoint LocationDate
YoungstownThe Mahoning County OVI Task Force will be working alongside the Ohio State Highway Patrol to conduct a checkpoint in the area of 1535 Mahoning Avenue in Youngstown, according to the Canfield Police Department.Friday, April 17, 2026 | 10 PM to 2 AM
YoungstownLaw enforcement will conduct an OVI sobriety checkpoint at 4477 Mahoning Avenue in Austintown, close to the intersection with South Raccoon Road. The checkpoint is scheduled from 10:00 PM Friday to 2:00 AM Saturday.Friday, March 13, 2026 | 10 PM to 2 AM
BoardmanThe Mahoning County OVI Task Force and Ohio State Highway Patrol will conduct an OVI checkpoint in the area of 1032 Boardman Canfield Road in BoardmanFriday, December 5, 2025 | 10 PM to 2 AM
YoungstownOVI Task Force and Ohio State Highway Patrol will hold the checkpoint in the area of 483 N Canfield Niles RoadFriday, November 7, 2025 | 10 PM to 2 AM
YoungstownAnother OVI checkpoint is located at Glenwood Avenue and Playhouse Lane.Saturday, October 18, 2025 | 12:30 AM to 3 AM
YoungstownPolice have set up an OVI checkpoint near Market Street and Hilton Avenue.Friday, October 17, 2025 | 10 PM to 2 AM
BoardmanOVI Checkpoint at State Route 7 and Saturation patrols are monitoring the surrounding area as well.Saturday, July 26, 2025 — 10:00 PM to 2:00 AM
AustintownOVI checkpoint in Austintown in the area of 1051 S Raccoon Road.Friday, July 11, 2025 From 10 PM to 2 AM
AustintownThe Mahoning County OVI Task Force will be conducting a sobriety checkpoint at 483 N. Canfield-Niles Road in Austintown.Friday, June 20, 2025 From 10 PM to 2 AM
YoungstownAn OVI checkpoint is scheduled on Glenwood Avenue at Playhouse Lane. In addition to the checkpoint, saturation patrols will be active in the surrounding area. Expect heightened law enforcement and make smart choices—don’t drink and drive.Friday, June 20, 2025 From 12:30 A

 

About Mahoning County, Ohio

Mahoning County is part of the Youngstown–Warren metropolitan area and borders Pennsylvania to the east. The largest city is Youngstown, and other busy towns include Boardman, Austintown, Canfield, Struthers, Campbell, and Sebring. Major roads running through the county include I-680, I-76 (Ohio Turnpike), SR-11, and US-224.

Law Enforcement Agencies That Conduct OVI Checkpoints:

  • Ohio State Highway Patrol – Canfield Post

  • Mahoning County Sheriff’s Office

  • Youngstown Police Department

  • Boardman Police Department

  • Austintown Police Department

  • Canfield Police Department

  • Struthers Police Department

High-Risk OVI Checkpoint Locations in Mahoning County

Below are the most common locations where OVI checkpoints have been conducted in Mahoning County. These areas have seen repeated activity due to DUI arrest records, accident history, or ease of access for law enforcement to set up roadside checkpoints.

US-224 Corridor – Boardman to Canfield

Checkpoint Area:

  • Along US-224 (Boardman-Canfield Road), including:

    • Near Tippecanoe Road

    • Lockwood Boulevard

    • West Boulevard

    • Near Southern Park Mall

Nearby Landmarks:

  • Southern Park Mall

  • Mill Creek Park access points

  • Boardman Plaza

  • Restaurants and bars near Market Street

Why it’s targeted: This stretch of US-224 connects Boardman and Canfield, two of the busiest suburban areas in the county. It has heavy commercial traffic and a high concentration of bars, retail stores, and restaurants. Checkpoints are often set up near the mall or between Lockwood and Market Street.

Agencies: Boardman PD, Canfield PD, OSHP

I-680 – Youngstown to Boardman Exits

Checkpoint Area:

  • I-680 and surrounding surface roads near:

    • South Avenue

    • Indianola Avenue

    • Glenwood Avenue

    • Midlothian Boulevard

Nearby Landmarks:

  • Downtown Youngstown

  • Youngstown State University

  • Mill Creek MetroParks

  • Uptown and South Side neighborhoods

Why it’s targeted: I-680 cuts through central and southern Youngstown and serves as a commuter route into Boardman. DUI checkpoints are often placed on exit ramps or on parallel surface streets like Glenwood or South Ave, especially near bars and event venues.

Agencies: Youngstown PD, OSHP, Mahoning County Sheriff

SR-46 – Austintown Area

Checkpoint Area:

  • SR-46 (Mahoning Avenue to New Road) in Austintown Township

  • Key intersections include:

    • Kirk Road

    • Raccoon Road

    • Meander Reservoir area

Nearby Landmarks:

  • Austintown Plaza

  • Hollywood Gaming at Mahoning Valley Race Course

  • Austintown Fitch High School

  • Meander Creek Reservoir

Why it’s targeted: SR-46 is a busy corridor with many restaurants, retail stores, and close proximity to the racino. DUI checkpoints are commonly staged near Mahoning Avenue and on feeder roads like New Road.

Agencies: Austintown PD, OSHP

Market Street – South Youngstown to North Lima

Checkpoint Area:

  • Market Street (SR-7) between:

    • Indianola Avenue

    • Shields Road

    • Western Reserve Road

Nearby Landmarks:

  • Southside Medical Center

  • Uptown Youngstown

  • Market Street Elementary

  • Retail and tavern strip south of Boardman

Why it’s targeted: Market Street runs from downtown Youngstown through Boardman and into Beaver Township. It’s a major nightlife route, especially near the Southern Park Mall and South Avenue.

Agencies: Youngstown PD, Boardman PD, OSHP

SR-11 & SR-164 – Canfield and Rural Mahoning County

Checkpoint Area:

  • SR-11 near the Canfield Fairgrounds

  • SR-164 through North Lima, Green Township, and Beaver Township

Nearby Landmarks:

  • Canfield Fairgrounds

  • Greenford High School

  • Beaver Township Hall

  • Rural roadways with less lighting and high crash risk

Why it’s targeted: These areas are used for seasonal checkpoints—especially during the Canfield Fair, holiday weekends, and summer driving season. Law enforcement uses large shoulders and rural staging zones to catch impaired drivers coming from events or cutting through townships.

Agencies: Canfield PD, OSHP, Mahoning County Sheriff

When Are OVI Checkpoints Conducted in Mahoning County?

Expect sobriety checkpoints in Mahoning County during:

  • Friday and Saturday nights, usually between 9 PM and 2 AM

  • During major holidays:

    • New Year’s Eve

    • Memorial Day

    • Fourth of July

    • Labor Day Weekend

    • Thanksgiving Eve

  • Special events and festivals:

    • Canfield Fair

    • Youngstown St. Patrick’s Day celebrations

    • Downtown First Fridays and music festivals

    • Summer concerts and car shows

The Ohio State Highway Patrol Canfield Post leads many of these checkpoints with support from local police departments and the Mahoning County Sheriff’s Office, especially when coverage is needed across multiple jurisdictions.