WIS 73, 4th Court and County F, Adams and Waushara Counties

​Location

WIS 73, 4th Court and County F, Adams and Waushara counties

​Project Overview

The existing pavement is showing signs of distress in the form of cracking. There is a history of northbound rear end crashes occurring near a commercial driveway. Twelve culverts are nearing the end of their service life. The guardrail over the Leola ditch is damaged and nearing the end of its service life. 

The purpose of this project is to address the roadway deficiencies and minimize the overall life cycle cost of

the corridor. Proposed improvements include: 

  • Replacing the asphalt pavement 
  • Widening the paved shoulder at the driveway to Ponderosa Pine Campground 
  • Replacing and repairing culverts 
  • Replacing the guardrail over Leola ditch

Traffic Impacts

WIS 73 will remain open to traffic during construction. During construction, motorists can expect single-lane closures with flaggers and temporary traffic signals.​

Real Estate

No real estate acquisition is expected

Project Schedule​​

  • Local officials meeting: July 2024.
  • Public Involvement: July 2024.
  • Construction scheduled to begin in 2028 but could occur as early as 2027.

​Contact

Zach Gruling, Project Manager
Zachary.Gruling@dot.wi.gov
(715) 365-5764​

Rhinelander Office510 N. Hanson Lake Rd.
Rhinelander, WI 54501
(715) 365-3490
WI Telecommunications Relay System (TTY): 711
Fax: (715) 365-5780
ncr.dtsd@dot.wi.gov

Wisconsin Rapids Office
1681 2nd Ave. S.
Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54495
(715) 421-8302
WI Telecommunications Relay System (TTY): 711
Fax: (715) 423-0334
ncr.dtsd@dot.wi.gov