WIS 32 Pavement Replacement (Wells Street to Lake Drive) - Milwaukee County

Overview

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) is proposing to replace the pavement on approximately 2 miles of WIS 32 in Milwaukee County. The purpose of this project is to provide long-term improvements to the pavement, operation, and safety of the roadway. Proposed improvements include:

  • Replace entire pavement structure
  • Remove and replace all curb and gutter
  • Bike and pedestrian accommodation updates
  • Safety and Operational improvements
  • Signal replacements
  • Lighting updates

Schedule

Construction is anticipated to start in Spring of 2032 but could start as early as Spring of 2031 pending available funding.

Public Involvement

WisDOT held a public involvement meeting Sept. 23, 2025 for the public to learn more about the proposed improvements, get questions answered, and provide input to the project team. Meeting materials are available below:

Contacts

Ryan Bernard, PE
WisDOT Project Manager
(262) 548-6471
Ryan.Bernard@dot.wi.gov

Jesse Jefferson, PE, PTOE
City of Milwaukee Project Manager
(414) 286-2971
JeJeff@milwaukee.gov