US 45 Resurfacing (WIS 20 to County K)

Racine County

Project Details

This WisDOT project will make various improvements to approximately 2.7 miles of US 45 (124th Street), between WIS 20 and County K, in Racine County.

Project Improvements:

The purpose of this project is to address the deteriorating pavement condition and fix drainage issues. Work will include:

  • Resurface US 45 within project limits (mill 2.5 inches of existing asphalt and replace with 3.5 inches of new asphalt)
  • Base patching and joint crack repair
  • Install storm sewer near northbound US 45 and County K to improve drainage
  • Remove two retaining walls on the northern end of the project and regrade the area

Traffic Impacts:

US 45 (124th Street) will be closed to through traffic during construction. A detour will be posted utilizing WIS 20 and WIS 36 (see map tab for detour map)

Access to local residences and businesses will be maintained at all times.

Schedule:

Construction is scheduled to begin in early June 2026 and be completed by late summer 2026.

All work is weather dependent and subject to change.