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I-94 East–West Rebuild to Start Oct. 27, With Major Lane Closures the Week of Nov. 3

WisDOT says the rebuild targets outdated design to cut frequent crashes.

Overview

  • Preliminary work begins Oct. 27 on the first phase between 70th Street and Zablocki Drive, with traffic control, new pavement markings and local road changes.
  • Major lane closures in both directions are slated for the week of Nov. 3, with a minimum of two lanes kept open each way at all times to preserve traffic flow.
  • The seven-year, 3.5-mile project from 70th Street to 16th Street will add a lane in each direction and reconstruct the Stadium, Marquette and Zoo interchanges.
  • WisDOT cites crash rates two to three times the state average on a corridor that carries about 158,000 vehicles daily as justification for the work.
  • Nearby businesses are preparing operational adjustments and requesting clearer access updates as the department readies broader public outreach.