The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) is conducting intersection safety improvements and resurfacing along WIS 23 in Sheboygan County. This website describes scope, schedule and traffic impacts.
Location
WIS 23 from County P to WIS 32 in the towns of Plymouth and Sheboygan Falls in Sheboygan County.
Purpose and Need
The purpose of the projects is to preserve the existing roadway and improve interection safety. There were 22 reported crashes and 1 recent fatal crash at WIS 23/County TT in the study period. The County TT intersection has both gap selection and failure to yield issues at intersection. An RCUT is proposed at County TT.
Improving Safety by Reducing Conflict Points
A conventional intersection on a 4-lane divided highway has 42 conflict points (see diagram). Each conflict point has some level of exposure and risk which can lead to crashes. Crossing conflicts occur between drivers within different traffic streams. These conflicts have an increased potential for right-angle crashes which often result in severe injuries. These crashes typically occur on the far side of the 4-lane divided highway when a driver attempts to cross the highway or turn left onto the divided highway.
A Restricted Crossing U-turn (RCUT) intersection
A Restricted Crossing U-turn (RCUT) intersection is proposed at County TT. An RCUT is a type of Reduced Conflict Intersection used primarily on 4-lane divided highways. RCUT intersections differ from conventional intersections by re-routing left-turn and through vehicles from the side road. Motorists approaching the divided highway from the side road are required to turn right and then make a U-turn at a designated median opening. This reduces the conflict points.
Proposed Improvements
The proposed improvements for Project ID 1440-41-00 include:
- Repair pavement
- Overlay the existing concrete pavement
- Reconstruct the intersection at WIS 23 and Sunset Road into a right in/right out intersection.
- Reconstruct the intersection at WIS 23 and County TT into an RCUT.
- Replace beam guard
- Replace culvert end-walls
- Install pavement marking
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Project Schedule
- Preliminary design: Fall 2022
- Right of way acquisition: Spring 2023 through Fall 2025
- Final plans: Fall 2025
- Construction is tentatively scheduled for 2027 but may be advanced to 2026.
Traffic Impacts
WIS 23 will be open to traffic throughout the majority of construction. Single-lane closures will be used for WIS 23 traffic during concrete repair work, asphalt milling and asphalt paving.
- Temporary lane closures and access restrictions will occur on Sunset Road and County TT during construction. Access will be maintained for all residents and businesses
Right of Way Needs
Real estate is anticipated for intersection improvements at Sunset Road and County TT.
In This Together Program for Businesses
WisDOT recognizes businesses located in work zones have special needs. It is critical that customers have access to businesses, and they continue to visit them, regardless of any road work inconvenience. WisDOT’s
In This Together program is offered to business and community leaders as an idea source as they plan for road construction in their area. On the In This Together website, businesses can find the following:
- Specially designed
business coordination guide for businesses to succeed during a highway construction project, including information on:
- Planning ahead
- Staying informed
- Keeping customers informed
- Tips for businesses
- Case studies that demonstrate techniques that have been successfully used in the communities throughout Wisconsin
- Promotional samples showing a variety of examples of how businesses have promoted their businesses during construction
During any short-term detours, businesses impacted will also have the opportunity for temporary business signing.
Contacts
If you have any questions regarding the information provided in this handout, or if questions come up at a later time, please contact one of the individuals listed below:
Sarah Erickson, P.E., Project Manager
WisDOT – Northeast Region
944 Vanderperren Way
Green Bay, WI 54304
Phone (920) 492-3511
Email:
Sarah.erickson@dot.wi.gov
Robert Wagner, P.E., Project Supervisor
WisDOT – Northeast Region
944 Vanderperren Way
Green Bay, WI 54304
Phone (920) 445-9925
Email:
Robert.Wagner@dot.wi.gov