Short-term shoulder, outside lane closures planned along I-794 (Hoan Bridge)
This past week, the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) began work along the Hoan Bridge segment of I-794 in the city of Milwaukee. Crews are updating safety measures such as refreshing pavement markings, adjusting signage, and installing protective fencing, as well as making minor concrete surface repairs along the outer barrier walls.
Traffic Impacts
- Daytime shoulder closures.
- Short-term, daytime and nighttime outside lane closures along I-794.
The project is scheduled for completion in late fall 2023. Work is weather dependent and subject to change.
For more information, visit the project website at: https://projects.511wi.gov/hoanbridge/— — —
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- Browse our construction project websites: https://projects.511wi.gov/region/southeast/
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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