WIS 83 Partial Reconstruction

Racine, Walworth, and Waukesha Counties

Frequently Asked Questions

  1. When will 1st Street/Beck Drive close?
    • On May 1, the road closed to through traffic between Main Street and WIS 36.
  2. Will the bridge over the Fox River remain open?
    • YES – the bridge will be constructed in halves allowing access. However, please remember that this is an active work zone in a tight work space. Crews are keeping the bridge open to help connect motorists to nearby local streets on both sides of the river.
  3. Will access to businesses be maintained? Same for local residents?
    • YES – access to businesses will be maintained. The contractor will coordinate with business owners regarding temporary access, where necessary.
    • YES – access for local residents will be maintained at all times, however, certain access points may see temporary closures requiring a short, alternate route.
  4. Is there a way around construction?
    • With the roadway being CLOSED TO THROUGH TRAFFIC, a signed detour will be posted along County W, County D and WIS 36. Although crews will maintain access for businesses and local residents within the work zone, motorists should seek alternate routes, if available, to reach their destination.
  5. What about the intersection of Buena Park Road and Main Street?
    • The intersection will remain open to traffic by being reconstructed in stages.
  6. Will any side streets be impacted?
    • Reconstruction will require periodic closures of side street access throughout the project. Notice will be provided for road closures with no two consecutive side streets being closed at the same time.