Wisconsin Department of Transportation

ICYMI: Secretary Boardman and Gov. Evers joined Brown County leaders on Oct. 21 to celebrate the completion of the new Interstate 41 and Southbridge Road Interchange near De Pere.

TAKE THE CHALLENGE: It’s Buckle Up Phone Down Day! We urge drivers and passengers to make a commitment to safety on the roads by taking the two most important actions to prevent or survive a crash: buckling up and putting the phone down. If you want to join the movement, simply take a photo of yourself with your right thumb up, left thumb down, post it on social media, tag us and use the hashtag #BuckleUpPhoneDown. Read more about the campaign: https://lnkd.in/ek8B9YuG

SAFETY SUCCESS: An intersection in Brown County saw a significant reduction in crashes after being converted from a two-way stop-controlled intersection into a Restricted Crossing U-Turn (RCUT). In the three years before the project was completed, there were 14 total crashes at the intersection of WIS 57 and County K near Green Bay. In the three years after the RCUT was completed, there were only two total crashes. RCUT intersections reduce the crash potential by rerouting left-turn and through vehicles from the side roads. Motorists approaching the highway from the side road looking to turn left are required to turn right and then make a U-turn at a designated median opening. Learn more about RCUTs: https://lnkd.in/gmXavXsF   #SafetySuccess

WORKING FOR YOU IN OZAUKEE COUNTY: Crews are putting the finishing touches on a slope stabilization project on WIS 57 to improve safety. In recent years, a slope on the east side of the highway was showing signs of erosion. To find the best solution to fix it, during the design phase of the project, WisDOT conducted a geotechnical exploration. From that review, it was decided to use vertical rigid elements (miniature pilings) to be driven into the embankment to strengthen the slope. Unstable slopes can undermine structural foundations and compromise several elements of a roadway. Additionally, they can be costly to maintain. It is critical to stabilize these slopes to preserve the structural integrity of the roadway and safety for the traveling public. Throughout the life of this project, WisDOT teams worked closely with the owner of a nearby campground, located at the bottom of the slope. “Communication and input from nearby businesses and residents are always welcomed and encouraged,” WisDOT Project Manager Kurt said. “We were able to meet the business’s needs while also ensuring safety for those on the highway.” In addition to stabilizing the slope, this project also included: • Culvert replacement • Concrete pavement replacement • Grading and storm sewer work • New pavement marking All lanes of WIS 57 are currently open as crews complete restoration work. More info: https://lnkd.in/ew9JWp4R #WorkingForYou

WisDOT celebrates national recognition for outstanding work in communications after recently receiving four American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) Committee on Communication TransComm Skills Awards.   State transportation departments compete in more than 30 categories, and the 2026 competition received 177 total nominations from 38 different state DOTs. WisDOT is proud to earn the following awards:   ➡️ Excel Award, without consultant – for Wisconsin DMV’s roll out of the Blackout and Retro license plates. ➡️ Special Events: Innovation Event – for WisDOT’s news conference to unveil dual-language highway signs in partnership with Gov. Evers and Wisconsin’s 11 federally recognized Tribes. ➡️ Video production, external, without consultant – for WisDOT’s video on the 50th anniversary of the Rustic Roads program. ➡️ Website, with consultant – for WisDOT’s internal facing Safety Data Hub website.   Read more: https://lnkd.in/eHYqXhfx

KEEPING WORK ZONES SAFE: This construction season, WisDOT tested new tools and technology in work zones to improve safety for both workers and the traveling public.   From speed feedback trailers to automated flagger assistance devices, these innovations ensure our construction crews stay safe on the job while they improve the roads and bridges we all rely on.    Construction work is still underway across most of the state, so please do your part -- be alert, slow down and be distraction free.

Governor Tony Evers and WisDOT Secretary Kristina Boardman joined Brown County leaders today to celebrate the completion of the new Interstate 41 and Southbridge Road interchange near De Pere. The new interchange - which is anticipated to open next week - connects I-41 with Brown County’s South Bridge Connector project. It will bolster regional connectivity and improve access for residents, commuters and businesses. The new interchange includes multi-lane roundabouts and a shared-use path along the north side of Southbridge Road. “The Southbridge Road interchange is an essential piece of the puzzle that together improves safety and traffic flow from the Fox Cities all the way to Green Bay,” Boardman said. Read more: https://lnkd.in/einwGHif

NEWLY RELEASED: Finding updates on Wisconsin state highway projects – from early design phase through the end of construction – is now easier with WisDOT’s new, award-winning Projects Hub.   The WisDOT Projects Hub is a mobile-friendly, open-data website that includes an interactive map to help travelers search where improvements are taking place. WisDOT Projects Hub is a starting point to find hundreds of individual project websites that provide specific details on project plans, schedule and public involvement opportunities.   The WisDOT Projects Hub recently received a Government Experience Project Award from the Center for Digital Government. The award applauds WisDOT’s efforts leveraging more from available data tools to improve the experience and accessibility of government services for constituents.   Check out the WisDOT Projects Hub to learn about current and future improvement projects in your area. Bookmark the site today: https://lnkd.in/epGkdiUA Read more: https://lnkd.in/evA2vvgG

MOVE OVER OR SLOW DOWN ENFORCEMENT: Wisconsin State Patrol troopers increased their enforcement efforts this week to help educate motorists about Wisconsin’s Move Over Law. Motorists are required to move over to the farthest lane or slow down when there is an emergency or roadside service vehicle stopped on the side of a roadway. The law recently expanded to include stranded motorists. #MoveOverDay

WORKING FOR YOU IN SHEBOYGAN COUNTY: A resurfacing project is nearly complete on WIS 28 to improve safety. Crews resurfaced WIS 28 from WIS 57 in the town of Lyndon to County A in the village of Kohler. They also replaced a culvert structure at the Onion River Tributary with a bridge. Other improvements include: • Widening the shoulder to five feet • Curb and gutter replacement in the roundabout at WIS 28 and WIS 32 • Guardrail replacement • New centerline and shoulder rumble strips The project is scheduled for completion in November. https://lnkd.in/exYsaadS #WorkingForYou