Location
WIS 13, WIS 54, WIS 73, in the city of Wisconsin Rapids, Wood County
Project Overview
The purpose of the project is to address curb ramp deficiencies along 19.06 miles of WIS 13, WIS 54 and WIS 73 by installing and updating curb ramps to meet ADA compliance to the maximum extent feasible. This project will remove or reduce obstacles and barriers to pedestrian travel.
Traffic Impacts
WIS 13, WIS 54 and WIS 73 will remain open during construction with temporary lane closures near the curb ramp being constructed. Pedestrians can expect short term detours and temporary pedestrian accommodations.
Real Estate
Additional right of way will be required for this project. Temporary limited easements (TLEs) will be necessary at most of the curb ramp locations to accommodate construction of the new curb ramps. TLEs will be needed to allow for minor grading to blend slopes and match the work into existing yards. TLEs may also be acquired to allow room for temporary pedestrian accommodations during construction. A smaller number of curb ramp locations will require some minor fee title acquisition. In these areas it may be necessary to place new sidewalk outside the existing right of way to complete the new curb ramp construction.
Project Schedule
- Environmental Document: December 2024
- Real Estate: January 2025 to January 2026
- Final Design: Currently scheduled for May 2028, could be as early as May 2027
- Construction: Currently scheduled for 2029, could be as early as 2028
Public Involvement
Letters have been sent out to affected property owners. A copy of the letter is listed below. An in person public involvement meeting will be held at a later date.