***NEW PROJECT START DATE***
Construction has been advanced two years and this project will take place in 2023.
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Project location
WIS 44 from West County Line to WIS 49, Fond du Lac County
Project need
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) Northeast Region is proposing to improve four miles of WIS 44. The existing pavement is beginning to deteriorate and will require increased maintenance. It is anticipated to reach the end of its service life by the time of proposed construction in 2023.
Project improvements
Proposed improvements include
- Milling and paving 2” of asphalt pavement
- Replacing three cross-drain culverts
- Extending one culvert
- Improving the curb ramps to bring them into compliance with the requirements of the Americans With Disabilities Act.
Project construction schedule
*NEW DATE** Project construction begins summer of 2023.
- Due to available funding and deteriorating conditions on the roadway, this project has been advanced to the 2023 construction year. It was originally scheduled for 2025 construction season.
Traffic impacts
- Proposed culvert work near County E is scheduled to be conducted with a highway closure and detour.
- Detour: Traffic will be directed to take County E north to County KK to WIS 44 south.
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detour map
- During milling and paving operations, WIS 44 will remain open to traffic under flagging.
- Access for emergency vehicles, businesses, and residents will be maintained throughout the project.
- Temporary driveway closures may be necessary during parts of the construction process. The contractor will contact homeowners and businesses in advance before closing a driveway.
Real estate impacts
Small areas of right of way will be required for this project in order to replace and extend culverts and ensure new curb ramps are able to meet the slopes required by the Americans With Disabilities Act. Preliminary right-of-way needs are shown on the map below.
Project update/next steps
The environmental review finished in summer 2020. The plat is recorded and real estate acquisition is complete. The design process for this project is finished.
Public comments
We encourage you to provide feedback on this project. Your comments assist us in developing a project that will serve the needs of the traveling public as well as the needs of the local community. Your input is welcome and appreciated throughout the design process. This project design is final and construction begins 2023.
Please call the project manager if you have any question.
Project contacts
Kimberly Slezak, P.E., Project Manager
WisDOT – Northeast Region
944 Vanderperren Way
Green Bay, WI 54304
(920) 492-4131
Kimberly.Slezak@dot.wi.gov