I-39 (US 51 to County V interchange) - Dane County

Project location | Project overview | Schedule | Traffic impacts/detours | Status/phase | Contact information

Project location

I-39 (US 51 to County V interchange), DeForest - Dane County

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Project overview

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) is proposing improvements along I-39. The 5.2-mile project starts at US 51 and ends south of the County V interchange.

Proposed improvements include:

  • Mill and remove existing 3.5 inches of asphaltic pavement
  • Treat deteriorated pavement with concrete repair as needed
  • Place 3.5 inches of new asphaltic pavement over concrete
  • Repair/replace guardrail to bring up to current standards
  • Bridge rehabilitation

Schedule

  • May 2026 - Local Officials Meeting
  • May 2026 - Public Involvement Meeting
  • 2029 - Construction anticipated

Traffic impacts/detours

I-39 will remain open to traffic with nighttime lane closures. Individual ramps may be closed and detoured nightly for ramp work and I-39 outer lane work.

Status/phase

Design

Contact information

Amy Coughlin, P.E.
WisDOT Project Manager
(608) 245-5358
amy.coughlin@dot.wi.gov

Hannah Punzel
WisDOT Southwest Region Communications Manager
(608) 246-7907
hannah.punzel@dot.wi.gov

Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT)
Southwest Region, Madison Office
2101 Wright Street
Madison, WI 53704
Phone: (608) 246-3800
TTY: 711
Email: swr.dtsd@dot.wi.gov

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