While this route plays a role in regional transportation, it is not part of the National Highway System (NHS), a network of highways that are considered crucial for the nation's economy, mobility, and defense.

SR 153 has remained primarily a local route, with no significant updates or expansions beyond its original path.

In 1937, a key extension connected it to State Route 183, enhancing access to smaller communities such as Louisville and Alliance.

Despite its relatively short length, SR 153 supports local traffic flow, offering a mix of urban and rural scenery along its route.

Because it isn't part of the NHS, the route is not prioritized for federal funding or considered essential for national transportation, unlike larger highways in Ohio that are crucial for interstate travel.