Approach work to close bridge carrying Melby Street over US 53

Ramps at US 53/Melby Street interchange to remain open during bridge closure

Release date: July 2, 2025

Bridge approach work is expected to result in the closure of the bridge carrying Melby Street over US 53 in Lake Hallie starting at 6 a.m. Monday, July 7, but the ramps at the US 53/Melby Street interchange will remain open to traffic.

The bridge is expected to be closed for at least a week. Motorists needing to cross US 53 can use either exit 90 (WIS 312 (North Crossing)/County Q) or exit 94 (WIS 124/County OO) and Business 53.

The bridge approach work is part of a pavement improvement project on north- and southbound US 53 from Golf Road in Eau Claire to 40th Avenue in Lake Hallie that includes:

• Making repairs to or removing and replacing segments of concrete pavement
• Overlaying southbound US 53 with asphalt from WIS 312 (North Crossing) in Eau Claire to County OO in Lake Hallie
• Completing work at various bridges
• Replacing guardrail and signage
• Placing new pavement markings

Construction began in early June and is scheduled for completion in late October.

For more information, visit the project’s 511 website.

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.