US 53 (50th Avenue Bridge), town of Hallie - Chippewa County

Location

The bridge that carries 50th Avenue over US 53 in the Chippewa County town of Hallie.

Overview

Built in 1969, the bridge is showing signs of deterioration. To address this, the Wisconsin Department of Transportation plans to:

  • Replace the deck.
  • Repair the concrete surface on the bridge abutments.
  • Complete asphalt pavement approach work.
  • Replace guardrail.

Schedule

Construction currently is scheduled for 2028.

Traffic Impacts

During construction, 50th Avenue will be closed at the bridge.

Contacts​

Bill Biesmann
WisDOT Northwest Region Consultant Project Coordinator
(608) 310-3286
bbiesmann@klengineering.com

Nicole Passuello
WisDOT Northwest Region Project Supervisor
(715) 833-5572
nicole.passuello@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
Northwest Region, Eau Claire Office
718 W. Clairemont Ave.
Eau Claire, WI 54701
(715) 836-2891, (800) 991-5285
nwr.dtsd@dot.wi.gov