Proposed work includes replacing guardrail, placing new pavement markings
Release date: April 9, 2025
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) is seeking public input on a proposed resurfacing project between 36th Avenue in the city of Ashland and Government Road in the town of Sanborn, all in Ashland County.
The public is encouraged to visit the project
website, review a handout, maps and comment form and submit comments by May 7 by:
- Email: apeterson@correinc.com
- Mail: Wisconsin Department of Transportation
1701 N. 4th St.
Superior, WI 54880
Attn.: Matt Van Natta
The existing pavement is showing signs of deterioration. To address this and other issues, WisDOT is proposing:
- Removing 4 inches of the existing pavement and placing 4 inches of new pavement.
- Replacing guardrail components at the following locations:
- 1,200-feet west of Beartrap Road on the south side of roadway
- Kakagon Slough Bridge
- West side of the Bad River Bridge
- Placing new pavement markings and centerline rumble strips
All work will occur inside the existing highway right of way.
During construction, US 2 will remain open to traffic, but motorists will encounter lane closures controlled by flagging. Local and emergency access will be maintained to properties in the work zone.
Construction, expected to take three to four months to complete, currently is scheduled for 2027.
Motorists are reminded that using handheld cell phones in Wisconsin work zones is illegal. Alerts and updates provided via these sites are not intended for use while driving. When driving, your focus should always be on driving.
For more information regarding traffic impacts, transportation news and improvement project updates in Wisconsin’s Northwest Region:
For more information, contact:
Christena T. O'Brien, Northwest Region Communications Manager
(715) 833-9814, (715) 828-9471,
christena.obrien@dot.wi.gov