Location
US 2, County NN to the Michigan State Line, Florence County
Project Overview
We are proposing to improve 9.6 miles of US 2 in Florence County. The purpose of the proposed improvements are to address deficiencies in the roadway, drainage system and structures, as well as inconsistencies in bicycle and pedestrian facilities and safety standards. The project is necessary due to deteriorated pavement conditions, drainage issues caused by deteriorated curb and gutter and culverts, structural deterioration of bridge B-19-006, inconsistent bicycle and pedestrian accommodations near Twin Falls Road, and substandard existing guardrail.
Proposed improvements include:
- Resurfacing the existing asphalt pavement including travel lane, shoulders, turn lanes and sideroads
- Replacement of deteriorated cross culverts
- Adjustments, repairs, and replacements of curb and gutter, surface drains, inlets and guardrail as necessary
- Mitigate the erosion and drainage issue at Crosscut Road
- Deck, parapet, and abutment surface repair on the bridge structure over the Menominee River (B-19-006) at the Michigan border
- Widen paved shoulders near Twin Falls Road and possibly update the roadway shoulder section near County NN to be consistent with other sections of the roadway
Traffic Impacts
- Construction is currently scheduled for 2029.
- During construction, US 2, between In Com Drive and Edgewater Drive, will remain open to traffic but motorists can expect to encounter temporary lane closures in both directions through the use of flaggers.
- Temporary widening with a lane shift and flaggers or temporary widening with a lane shift and temporary traffic signal will be encountered at culvert replacement locations between County NN and Honeybee Road for limited durations. Access to adjacent properties and businesses will be maintained throughout construction.
- Temporary driveway closures will be necessary during parts of the construction process. WisDOT or the construction contractor will contact homeowners and businesses in advance before closing a driveway.
Real Estate
Additional right of way will be required for this project. Acquisitions will be required at locations near cross culvert replacements along US 2, between County NN and Honeybee Road.
Schedule
- Public involvement: Dec. 24, 2025 to Jan. 23, 2026
- Preliminary plans: February 2026
- Environmental document: April 2026
- Final right of way plat: July 2026
- Real estate negotiations: July 2026 to September 2027
- Final plans: May 2028
- Construction currently scheduled Summer 2029
Public Involvement
A public involvement period is being held. Please review the information below and provide comment by
Jan. 23, 2026.