Mitchell Interchange Resurfacing

Milwaukee County

Project Details

This WisDOT project will make improvements to approximately 6.5 miles of I-41/I-43/I-94/I-894, through the Mitchell Interchange, in Milwaukee County. The project limits are between Rawson Avenue to the south, Howard Avenue to the north, and 35th Street to the west.

Project Improvements:

This project will improve pavement conditions and ride quality and include structural maintenance. The entire corridor will be resurfaced with asphalt. Additional improvements include:

  • Milling and patching
  • Replace High Friction Surface Treatments
  • Joint maintenance at bridge approaches
  • Repairs to retaining walls
  • Various improvements to College Avenue park and ride lots
  • Various drainage improvements
  • New pavement markings and signing

Traffic Impacts:

The majority of the work on this project will be completed during overnight and off-peak hours. This project will maintain the current number of lanes and lane configurations. Additional traffic impacts include:

  • Long-term system ramp closures
  • Off-peak hour/nighttime lane, ramp, and freeway closures are anticipated during this project.
    • Posted detours will be provided
  • Paving and repair work will be completed in stages

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

Schedule:

Work is scheduled to begin in early September 2025 and be completed by fall 2026. Work will pause during the winter months and will resume in the spring.