Project location
WIS 54 from County GE in the town of Hobart to Pleasant Lane in city of Green Bay in Brown County.
- Improvements start at the intersection of Haven Place and continue along WIS 54 for about 800 feet northeasterly of Haven Place.
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View project location in map (PDF)
NEW - Project Updates
The following design updates have been determined since the last project update, August 2024:
- Updates to proposed improvements including now replacing deteriorated culvert pipe, reconstructing the roadway side slopes, and replacing pavement.
- WisDOT originally scoped a culvert lining for the project. Due to the condition of the culvert during recent inspection, it was determined the pipe needed to be fully replaced.
- Scheduled delayed one year to 2027 to ensure adequate time to prepare for construction.
- The schedule delay is due to real estate acquisition now required for project.
Project purpose and need
The purpose of this project is to address slope stability and upgrade other roadway deficiencies. The existing roadway is showing signs of deterioration, including cracking, settling, and movement towards the southern embankment. A growing crack has been noticed on the asphalt shoulder on the roadway’s south side. Existing beamguard in this area is tipping away from the roadway along the south side of the road. The cross culvert utilized by an unnamed tributary to Duck Creek is deteriorating in multiple areas.
Anticipated benefits
The proposed improvements will improve safety for drivers with a stabilized slope and new beamguard, decrease maintenance costs, and provide a smoother riding surface.
Proposed improvements
This is a miscellaneous-level project. Proposed improvements include:
Traffic impacts
WIS 54 is expected to be closed and detoured during construction.
- The proposed detour will utilize WIS 54, I-41 and WIS 172.
- Local and emergency responder access will be maintained during construction.
Schedule
- Project Initiation/Begin Preliminary Design: Summer 2023
- Public outreach and comment solicitation for design: August/September 2024.
- Further public outreach will be held in 2025.
- Preliminary Design Complete/Environmental Document Approval: January 2025
- Real Estate and Utility Coordination: February 2025 – early 2027.
- Final design in February 2027.
- Construction is currently scheduled for 2026.
Real estate
Most of the work will occur within the existing right of way. However, some real estate easements will be required.
- Affected property owners will be contacted by WisDOT real estate agents.
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 road closure
Businesses impacted by highway closures and detours will have an opportunity for temporary business signage during construction. Please see the
In This Together website for temporary business permit and instructions.
Public involvement
Please submit comments to WisDOT using one of the following methods so that we receive them by the end of September 2024 to be consider during design.
- Fill out the comment form attached to the WIS 54 Public Handout and mail to WisDOT contact below.
- Email comments or questions to the contact listed below.
- Call the contact below.
Project contact
Joshua Lang, PE, WisDOT Project Manager
Wisconsin Department of Transportation
944 Vanderperren Way
Green Bay, WI 54304
Phone: (920) 492-4141
Email:
Joshua.Lang@dot.wi.gov