Location
The project is located on ;US 12 at the intersection of WIS 25 and Pine Avenue East in the Dunn County city of Menomonie.
Overview
The current intersection configuration has negative offset left-turn lanes that contribute to a pattern of high crash rates as drivers making opposing left turns are unable to adequately see around each other as opposing left-turning vehicles obstruct the visibility of oncoming cars. To address this, WisDOT is proposing to:
- Realign the north- and southbound left-turn lanes on WIS 25 to create a positive offset.
- Realign the east- and westbound left-turn lanes on US 12 and Pine Avenue East to create a neutral offset.
- Realign the eastbound right-turn lane on US 12 to improve the viewing angle for drivers.
- Improve existing pedestrian curb ramps.
- Install monotube traffic signal equipment at the intersection to increase signal head visibility.
- Construct a raised median along US 12 and place new concrete pavement.
- Replace the concrete on US 12 on the west leg of the intersection.
- Mill and overlay Pine Avenue East on the east leg of the intersection.
- Place permanent signage and new pavement markings.
Real Estate
Minor real estate will be needed for improvements.
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Schedule
Construction is scheduled for 2025.
Traffic Impacts
During construction, US 12 and WIS 25 will remain open to traffic, but:
- Motorists will encounter single-lane closures.
Project Documents
Contacts
Phil Verville
WisDOT Northwest Region Consultant Project Manager
(920) 498-1200
vervillep@AyresAssociates.com
Jim Koenig
WisDOT Northwest Region Project Supervisor
(715) 838-8391
james.koenig@dot.wi.gov
Christena T. O'Brien
WisDOT Northwest Region Communications Manager
(715) 833-9814, (715) 828-9471
christena.obrien@dot.wi.gov
Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT)
Northwest Region, Eau Claire Office
718 W. Clairemont Ave.
Eau Claire, WI 54701
(715) 836-2891, (800) 991-5285
WI Telecommunications Relay System (TTY): 711
nwr.dtsd@dot.wi.gov