Upcoming full, directional closure of eastbound I-894 in Milwaukee County

Release date: June 10, 2025

As part of the ongoing I-894 resurfacing project, the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) is notifying motorists of the upcoming full, directional closure of eastbound I-894 between the Hale Interchange and the Mitchell Interchange. The closures will allow crews to complete final paving work along the corridor. 

This work will be conducted during a scheduled 54-hour closure this weekend. 


11:00 P.M. Friday, June 13 – 5:30 A.M. Monday, June 16:

  • Eastbound I-894 is scheduled to close between the Hale Interchange and the Mitchell Interchange. 
  • Westbound I-894 will remain open to traffic.

NOTE: The eastbound I-894 exit ramp to WIS 36 (Loomis Road) will be closed starting Thursday, June 12 at 9:00 p.m. for equipment mobilization. 


I-894 Detours:

  • Motorists are encouraged to use other regional routes such as I-43, I-41, and I-94 to get around the closures.

Access to businesses and residences will be maintained. All work is weather dependent and subject to change. 

View the project website here: https://projects.511wi.gov/894/

For up-to-date travel information, use 511wi.gov


For more information, contact:

Chris Verhyen

WisDOT Southeast Region Communications Manager

(262) 548-8757, Chris.Verhyen@dot.wi.gov