Project Overview
We are proposing to improve 4.4 miles of the westbound lane of WIS 29 in Marathon County. The purpose of this project is to perform improvements on westbound WIS 29 between County Q and Bass Lake Road in Marathon County. These improvements would include repairs to address observed concrete pavement distresses and replacement of failing culverts to increase the longevity of the roadway pavement section. Other improvements include resurfacing existing asphalt features showing cracking and settling next to the existing concrete pavement along the project corridor and addressing the adjacent gravel shoulders. Secondary needs are to address Structure B-37-0377 which is showing deterioration of the existing thin polymer overlay and failure of the concrete slope paving protecting the north abutment.
Proposed improvements include:
- Concrete pavement patch repair and replacement
- Resurfacing the existing asphalt pavement
- Replacement of specific cross culverts
- Adjustments, repairs, and replacements of curb and gutter, surface drains, guardrail and curb ramps as necessary
- Removal of existing centerline raised pavement markers and replacement of shoulder delineators
- Replacement of concrete approach slabs and concrete shoulders adjacent to bridge structures
- Thin polymer overlay and north abutment slope paving replacement on structure B-37-0377
Traffic Impact
During construction, WIS 29 between County Q and Bass Lake Road will remain open to traffic but motorists can expect to encounter single lane closures or bidirectional traffic. There could possibly be westbound ramp closures and detours at the County Y interchange, in which a detour will be in place for the shortest duration possible. Temporary driveway closures will be necessary during parts of the construction process. WisDOT or the construction contractor will contact homeowners and businesses in advance before closing a driveway.
Real Estate
No additional right of way is expected to be acquired for this project.
Project Schedule
- Local Officials Meeting - January 29, 2024
- Public Involvement - February 2024
- Environmental Document - April 2024
- Final Plans - May 2025
- Scheduled Construction - 2026
Public Involvement
A public involvement period was held. The following materials were presented.