Governor Evers approves I-43 Rock Freeway construction project

By Wisconsin Department of Transportation - Mar 16th, 2022 05:12 pm

To invest in Wisconsin’s transportation system, Governor Evers signed a $15.4 million contract to resurface I-43 from Moorland Road to the Hale Interchange and to replace the bridge deck the northbound off-ramp to Layton Avenue. Work is scheduled to begin the week of March 21st, weather permitting. The project will wrap up in December 2022. A W Oakes is the prime contractor for the project and will implement the following:

Project Improvements

Resurface portions of I-43.
Replace the bridge deck on the NB off-ramp to Layton Avenue.
Place high friction surface treatment on portions of I-43.
Culvert replacement.
New pavement markings

Construction is scheduled for completion by December 2022. The schedule is dependent on favorable weather conditions and construction progress.

Visit the project website at: I-43 Rock Freeway – Moorland Road to Hale Interchange (511wi.gov)

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NOTE: This press release was submitted to Urban Milwaukee and was not written by an Urban Milwaukee writer. While it is believed to be reliable, Urban Milwaukee does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness.

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