WIS 13 (Washington Avenue to Superior Avenue), city of Washburn - Bayfield County

Location

WIS 13, Washington Avenue to Superior Avenue in the city of Washburn in Bayfield County.

Overview

The existing pavement on WIS 13 is nearing the end of its service life. To address this and other issues, the Wisconsin Department of Transportation is proposing to:

  • Reconstruct WIS 13 from southwest of 2nd Avenue West to Superior Avenue with concrete pavement.
  • Replace curb, gutter, sidewalk and storm sewer.
  • Replace/upgrade all intersection curb ramps to meet Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) standards.

The city also plans to replace the sanitary sewer, streetlights and water main.

Real Estate

WisDOT anticipates the need to purchase right of way for this project.

  • Permanent right of way is anticipated on the corners of intersections for pedestrian curb ramp and sidewalk improvements.
  • Temporary limited easements (TLEs) also may be needed throughout the project limits for tying in roadway side slopes for sidewalk installation and turf restoration.
  • The final amount of right of way to be purchased is not known at this point.

Business Impacts

WisDOT understands that improvement projects can create logistical challenges for businesses. To help owners navigate those, WisDOT has created the In This Together program, which includes tips, tools and resources to help businesses plan for highway construction projects.

Schedule

Construction currently is scheduled for 2027.

Traffic Impacts

During construction, WIS 13 will be closed, and traffic would be detoured.

Public Involvement

WisDOT is hosting a public involvement meeting to provide updates on the proposed work and gather public input.

  • Meeting: 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 22
  • Location: The Club, 3 W. Bayfield St., Washburn

Comments on the project are being accepted through Nov. 1, 2024, by:

Contacts

Vance Powers
WisDOT Northwest Region Consultant Design Project Leader
(715) 861-1945
vpowers@sehinc.com

Jessica Doud
WisDOT Northwest Region Project Manager
(715) 577-2963
jessica.doud@dot.wi.gov

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 (WisDOT)
Northwest Region, Superior Office
1701 N. 4th St.
Superior, WI 54880
(715) 392-7925, (800) 590-1868
WI Telecommunications Relay System (TTY): 711
nwr.dtsd@dot.wi.gov