WisDOT seeking public input on WIS 27 project

​Construction to include replacement of pedestrian underpass in Cadott

Release date: September 3, 2025

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation is seeking public input on a proposed resurfacing project on WIS 27 from WIS 29 in Cadott to Johnson Road in Cornell, all in Chippewa County.

The public is encouraged to visit the project website, review project details and use the comment form to share their input. Comments are being accepted through September 25 by:

• Email: jeffrey.olson@dot.wi.gov
• Mail: Wisconsin Department of Transportation
  1701 N. 4th St.
  Superior, WI 54880
  Attn.: Jeff Olson

To address deteriorated pavement, WisDOT is proposing to:

• Remove 2 inches of the existing pavement and then overlay the road surface with 2 inches of new asphaltic pavement
• Widen the paved shoulders from 3 feet to 6 feet from 80th Avenue/North Road to 350 feet south of Johnson Road
• Add centerline rumble strips
• Replace the approaches and wing parapets on the west side of the Yellow River Bridge in Cadott
• Replace the pedestrian underpass in Cadott, along with curb, gutter and sidewalk at spot locations
• Extend the box culvert north of 135th Avenue in the town of Arthur near Bohemian Hall, replace the structure's west wing wall, remove guardrail from the west side of the road and replace guardrail on the east side
• The proposed work won't affect use of the historic property.
• Brush the ends, clean, repair or replace culverts in the project limits
• Upgrade pedestrian curb ramps on sidewalks
• Replace guardrail
• Place new pavement markings

Temporary and permanent right-of-way acquisition will be needed to complete work throughout the project limits, including at Bohemian Hall.

During construction, WIS 27 will be closed during replacement of the pedestrian underpass, and traffic will be detoured via WIS 29 and WIS 178. Remaining work will be completed with lane and shoulder closures.

Construction currently is scheduled for 2028, but work could be advanced to 2027 if funding becomes available.

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.