The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) is in the process of developing plans for proposed safety improvements at the intersection of WIS 32 and County V in the town of Lima in Sheboygan County, Wisconsin. The purpose of this website is to provide information regarding proposed safety improvements, describe the potential impacts it would have on the community, and offer an opportunity for public comment.
Project location
The intersection of WIS 32 and County V is located between Cedar Grove and Sheboygan Falls in the town of Lima in Sheboygan County.
Project purpose and need
The purpose of the project is to improve safety at the WIS 32 and County V intersection while providing acceptable traffic operations. The need for the proposed improvement is to reduce the number of severe crashes at the intersection.
- From 2017 to 2023, there were 15 crashes at the intersection.
- Seven of the 15 crashes resulted in injuries.
- Twelve of the crashes were right angle crashes, which tend to be the most severe types of crashes.
- In 2022, a fatal crash occurred.
HSIP Safety Funding
Due to the severe crash history, this project qualified for federal Highway Safety Improvement funding, meaning it is in the top 5 percent of worst-performing intersections in the state for crash data. Roundabout controlled intersections have significantly fewer conflict points... meaning you are less likely to crash.
Proposed improvements
This is a reconstruction-level project. Proposed improvements include:
- New single-lane roundabout
- New pavement structure
- New pavement marking and signing
- New culvert and storm sewer installation
- Intersection lighting
Anticipated Benefits
- Improve safety of the intersection
- Decrease speeds through the intersection
- Reduce the likelihood of right-angle crashes within the intersection
- Reduce the number of severe crashes at the intersection
Traffic impacts
The WIS 32 and County V intersection will be closed during construction and a detour route for WIS 32 will be posted.
- The tentative detour route includes I-43 and WIS 28.
- Note: State highway detours need to provide appropriate routes for long-haul trucking. Non truck traffic may find shorter routes using the local roadway system.
- Local access to property owners and businesses within project limits will be maintained at all times.
Schedule
- Public Involvement Meeting: February 4, 2025
- Environmental Document: Spring 2025
- Real estate acquisition is anticipated to begin: Summer 2025
- Design is on-going and will continue through 2027
- Utility relocations: 2027
- Construction is tentatively scheduled for Spring / Summer 2028
Real estate
Right-of-way acquisitions in the form of permanent (FEE) and Temporary Limited Easement (TLE) are anticipated to accommodate the reconstruction of the intersection.
- A member of the real estate team will contact affected property owners at the start of the real estate acquisition process.
Business Resource: WisDOT’s In This Together program
WisDOT recognizes businesses located in work zones or impacted by detour routes have special needs. WisDOT's In This Together program is offered to business, organizations and community leaders as an idea source as they plan for road construction in their area. It includes promotional examples, case studies and a specially designed Business Coordination Guide with information on:
- Planning ahead
- Staying informed
- Keeping customers informed
- Tips for businesses
- Temporary business signing during closures and detours
Public input/comments
Please submit comments to WisDOT using one of the following methods so that we receive them by the comment date.
- Fill out the comment form attached to the WIS 32/County V Public Handout and mail to WisDOT.
- Email comments or questions to the contact listed below.
- Call the contact below.
Project contacts
Sarah Ericson, P.E., Project Manager
WisDOT Northeast Region
944 Vanderperren Way
Green Bay, WI 54304
Phone: (920) 492-3511
Email: sarah.ericson@dot.wi.gov