MADISON, WI — The Wisconsin Transportation Projects Commission (TPC) voted to advance two major highway projects along heavily used routes in southwest Wisconsin. These infrastructure improvements will better accommodate freight, recreational, and commuter traffic on I-39/90/94 between Madison and Wisconsin Dells and improve mobility along U.S. 51/Stoughton Road in Madison.
Improvements on these projects include:
- I-39/90/94, Madison to Wisconsin Dells: Rebuild the 67-mile corridor with an additional travel lane; replace outdated infrastructure designs; improve safety at interchanges; and raise roadway and bridge elevations to reduce impacts from flooding.
- U.S. 51 North, WIS 30 to I-39/90/94 in Dane County: Redesign and reconstruct intersections and roadway curves to improve safety and traffic flow; expand bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure, including a dedicated multi-use path; and replace deteriorating pavement.
The I-39/90/94 study received unanimous votes from the bipartisan commission and will move closer to inclusion in the state budget. The U.S. 51 North Study was approved for enumeration (12-1 vote), and work on this study will move to the final design phase.
“We're excited to move forward with these two major highway projects," Wisconsin Department of Transportation Secretary Kristina Boardman said. “Safety is WisDOT's top priority. ... These highways need an upgrade. The time is now, and securing the TPC's vote to move these projects forward keeps us on track as we continue improving safety and mobility for all road users."
