US 51, Minocqua Bridge to Front Street

​​Location

​US 51, between the Lake Minocqua bridge and Front Street, Minocqua, Oneida County

​Overview

The proposed improvements on the US 51 corridor between Minocqua Lake Bridge and Front Street in the Town of Minocqua, Oneida County include:

  • Concrete pavement joint repairs to prevent premature failure of the concrete pavement.

  • Reconstruction of curb ramps to meet ADA standards

  • Repair and replacement of curb and gutter where necessary

  • Repainting pavement markings

  • Repair drainage inlets where necessary

​Traffic Impacts

The roadway will remain open to traffic during construction under staged traffic lane shifts. Motorists can expect single lane, parking lane​ and shoulder closures. Temporary pedestrian accommodations will be put in place throughout construction. Access to residences and businesses will be maintained throughout construction.

​Real Estate

​Real estate acquisition may be required for curb ramp and sidewalk improvements.

The Rights of Landowners Under Wisconsin Eminent Domain Law brochure

Also available in Hmong and Spanish​.​​

Public Involvement

Public Handout

Comment Form​

Curb Ramp Locations

Cross Section​

In This Together

Learn how WisDOT works with businesses located in work zones through the In This Together​ program.​

Schedule

Local officials meeting - December 2022

Public involvement  - January 2023 to February 2023

Complete project design - May 2025

Construction currently scheduled to begin - Spring/Summer 2026​

​​​Contacts ​

Michelle Guoin, WisDOT Project Manager

Rhinelander Office
510 N. Hanson Lake Road
Rhinelander, WI 54501
(715) 365-3490
WI Telecommunications Relay System (TTY): 711
Fax: (715) 365-5780

Wisconsin Rapids Office
1681 2nd Ave. S.
Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54495
(715) 421-8302
WI Telecommunications Relay System (TTY): 711
Fax: (715) 423-0334