Location
Overview
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) is proposing a reconstruction project for the I-43 and Becher Street Interchange.
The project scope includes the following work:
- Elimination of scissor ramp configuration and partial removal of frontage roads to provide a more traditional diamond interchange
- Proposed road diet on Becher Street from two lanes in each direction to one lane in each direction
- Signal reconstruction at both I-43 northbound and I-43 southbound ramp terminals
- Update all curb ramps to meet ADA standards
Schedule
Construction tentatively scheduled for 2026, pending funding availability.
Public Involvement
A public involvement meeting was held on Tuesday, May 21, 2024 from 5– 7 p.m. at the Milwaukee Public Library Bay View Branch - Llewellyn Community Room (2566 S Kinnickinnic Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53207). Information presented at the meeting is also available below.
Do you have any comments or questions? We'd like to hear from you! Please feel free to contact the project representatives below.
Contacts
Jim Schumacher, P.E.
WisDOT Design Project Manager
(262) 521-4428
JamesD.Schumacher@dot.wi.gov
Chris Verhyen
WisDOT Communications Manager
(262) 548.8757
Chris.Verhyen@dot.wi.gov