Press Release
Governor Evers approves WIS 241 (27th Street) resurfacing project in Milwaukee County
To invest in Wisconsin’s transportation system, Governor Evers has approved a $6.1 million roadway resurfacing project along WIS 241 (27th Street), between College Avenue and Layton Avenue, in Milwaukee County. Payne and Dolan, Inc. is the prime contractor for the project. Work is scheduled to begin March 24.
Improvements:
- Resurfacing two miles of 27th Street
- Replacing traffic signal equipment at various intersections
- Concrete pavement repairs at the Layton Avenue intersection
- Replacing curb ramps and upgrading sidewalks
Traffic Impacts:
- 27th Street will remain open to two lanes in each direction during peak hours.
- During off peak hours, 27th Street will be reduced to a single lane in each direction.
- Around mid-summer, 27th Street will be reduced to a single lane in each direction for 20 consecutive days, including peak hours.
- Intermittent nighttime full closures are anticipated. A detour route will be posted utilizing College Avenue, I-94/41, and Layton Avenue.
- Access to local businesses and residences will be maintained.
This project is scheduled for completion by mid-fall 2025. All work is weather dependent and subject to change.
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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People: Tony Evers
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