US 151 Freeway Conversion Study

Need/purpose

Schedule

Maps

Environmental documents

Public involvement

Project reports

Contacts

Study location

This study is located on US 151, from WIS 73 in Columbus to WIS 49 in Waupun, in Dodge County.

Study overview

The US 151 Freeway Conversion Study covers approximately 27 miles of US 151. The planning began in July 2007.

This study will analyze the US 151 corridor for conversion to a freeway facility. This will entail looking at the removal of driveways that access the roadway, at-grade intersections and railroad crossings.

This study will be conducted in three phases, each taking approximately two years:

Phase 1 - Data will be collected along the corridor. This entails land use plans, environmental resources, traffic and crash statistics. Preliminary roadway modifications for the freeway conversion will also be developed.
- View the project report
Phase 2 - Environmental documentation. An Environmental Assessment (EA) will be completed to determine the impacts of the freeway conversion.
Phase 3 - Map the corridor according to Wisconsin Statute 84.295. Mapping will preserve the corridor for future highway use.

Removing at-grade intersection and access points will improve roadway safety and the Level of Service. The study will help preserve the corridor for highway purposes.

US 151 is designated as a Corridors 2020 backbone route, which is an important roadway connecting the south central part of the state with the Fox Valley and Green Bay area.

Status/phase

Study - Long term planning with no construction activity.

Aerial view of the US 151/County D interchange, south of Beaver Dam.