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Milwaukee Orders 16th Street Viaduct Closure After Inspectors Flag Component

Engineers will evaluate the affected piece to determine repair needs.

Overview

  • The Department of Public Works will close the crossing at 16th Street and Pierce Street at the bottom of the viaduct ramp.
  • DPW expects the restriction to be in place by the morning rush hour on Dec. 5.
  • Inspectors identified a bridge component south of the ramp that requires further evaluation and possible repairs.
  • Pierce Street will remain open to traffic for local access during the targeted closure.
  • The northern section over the Menomonee River is already closed for rehabilitation between Canal Street and Clybourn Street.