WisDOT seeking public input on I-94 bridge rehabilitation project

Project includes overlaying the decks on four bridges on I-94 in Eau Claire County

Release date: May 5, 2025

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) is seeking public comment on a proposed project rehabilitating two sets of bridges on I-94 in Eau Claire County. One set carries east- and westbound traffic over the Chippewa River in the town of Brunswick, and the other carries both lanes of traffic over the Chippewa River overflow in the town of Union. 

The public is encouraged to visit the project website, review a presentation and handout and submit comments by June 2 by:

• Email: adam.hetrick@dot.wi.gov
  
• Mail: Wisconsin Department of Transportation
  718 W. Clairemont Ave.
  Eau Claire, WI 54701
  Attn.: Adam Hetrick

Built in 1965, the four bridges need rehabilitation. The Wisconsin Department of Transportation is proposing to:

• Replace the expansion joints and abutment backwalls
• Overlay the bridge decks with concrete
• Complete spot painting of the existing steel girders
• Update guardrail at all bridge approaches

In addition, a high-friction surface treatment will be added to the westbound I-94 bridge over the Chippewa River.

During construction, I-94 will remain open to traffic, but motorists will be shifted to one side of the interstate via median crossovers that will carry one lane of traffic in each direction as work is completed on the bridges on the other side.

Construction is scheduled for 2028-29.

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.