Release date: March 21, 2024
To invest in Wisconsin’s transportation system, Governor Evers has approved a $16.6 million improvement project along the I-43 Rock Freeway, from WIS 164 to Moorland Road in Waukesha County. Rock Road Companies, Inc. is the prime contractor for the project. Work is scheduled to begin on April 1.
Improvements include:
- Milling, patching, and resurfacing of roadway with asphalt.
- Repair box culverts and retaining walls.
- Various drainage improvements.
- Replace High Friction Surface Treatments to the roundabouts on Racine Avenue (County Y) intersections.
- Resurfacing of Moorland Road Park and Ride.
- Replace signs and pavement markings within project limits.
Traffic Impacts:
- Construction along I-43 will be performed during the nighttime hours with single lane closures. The speed limit will be reduced to 55 mph during construction activities.
- The work on the Racine Avenue (County Y) roundabouts will be performed during nighttime hours utilizing intermittent full closures.
- Access to local businesses and residences will be maintained.
Work is scheduled for completion in fall 2024. All work is weather dependent and subject to change.
Visit the project webpage at:
https://projects.511wi.gov/164rock/
For more information, contact:
Chris Verhyen
WisDOT Southeast Region Communications Manager
(262) 548-8757
Chris.Verhyen@dot.wi.gov