Governor Evers approves WIS 85 resurfacing project

Portion of Dunn County project will be completed under detour

To invest in Wisconsin’s transportation system, Gov. Tony Evers has signed a $3.94 million contract with prime contractor Monarch Paving Co. of Amery for a resurfacing project on WIS 85 from just west of the north junction of County O to approximately 2,100 feet west of 1010th Street in Dunn County. The project gaps the Rock Creek Bridge, which was replaced in 2021. Construction is anticipated to start the third week in April.

The contractor will hold a construction information meeting prior to the start of work to share details about the project scope, schedule and traffic impacts.

This segment of WIS 85 is showing signs of deterioration. To address this and other issues, the Wisconsin Department of Transportation is proposing:

During construction, WIS 85 will be closed for up to 50 working days, with through traffic detoured via US 10 and WIS 37. Remaining work will be completed with lane closures controlled by flagging.

Access to businesses and residences in the work zone will be maintained, but temporary driveway closures will be necessary during parts of construction. Project staff will contact property owners in advance of closing a driveway. The Chippewa River State Trail also will remain open.

Construction is scheduled for completion in mid-August.

For more information visit the project’s construction website.

Motorists are reminded that using handheld cell phones in Wisconsin work zones is illegal. Alerts and updates provided via these sites are not intended for use while driving. When driving, your focus should always be on driving.