Public meeting set for Cleveland Avenue and Dakota Street bridge project in West Allis

February 20, 2012

The first public information meeting to discuss the Cleveland Avenue bridge and Dakota Street pedestrian bridge replacement projects is scheduled, announced the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT).

When: March 6 from 5 to 7 p.m.
Where: General Mitchell Elementary School, multi-purpose room, 10125 West Montana Avenue, West Allis

The WisDOT project team will be available to discuss project proposals, address questions, and obtain public feedback on the potential designs at this open house meeting.

The Cleveland Avenue bridge will be replaced, with minor widening to meet current standards and lengthening the bridge to accommodate I-894 / US 45 (Zoo Freeway) underneath.

The Dakota Street pedestrian bridge has three alternatives under consideration:

• Dakota Street alternative: Replace in same general location and orientation. Add length to east ramp for American Disabilities Act (ADA) compliance. Add length to west ramp for ADA compliance by an elevated crossing of 101st Street and ramp adjacent to the north side of Dakota Street. Lengthen the bridge to accommodate I-894 / US 45 (Zoo Freeway) underneath.
• 101st Street alternative: Replace in same general location and orientation. Add length to east ramp for ADA compliance. Add length to west ramp for ADA compliance with an elevated ramp along the east side of 101st Street. Lengthen the bridge to accommodate I-894 /US 45 (Zoo Freeway) underneath.
• Remove the bridge and provide additional accommodations for pedestrians and bicyclists at the Cleveland Avenue crossing of I-894.

Based on available funding, construction is scheduled for both bridge projects in 2013.

General Mitchell Elementary School is wheelchair accessible. Citizens unable to attend the meeting, or would like more information, can contact Jason Lynch at (414) 750-0538. Written comments can be mailed to WisDOT, PO Box 798, Waukesha, WI 53187. Citizens who are deaf or hard of hearing and require an interpreter may request one by calling at least three working days prior to the meeting.

For more information, contact:
Communications Manager Emlynn Grisar, WisDOT SE Region
(262) 521-5373, emlynn.grisar@dot.wi.gov