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WIS 241 Corridor Study

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Project location

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) is conducting a 6-mile long study of WIS 241 (S. 27th St.), from the Milwaukee County line to College Avenue, within the communities of Franklin and Oak Creek in Milwaukee County.

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Project overview

This study will:

• Evaluate the need for additional lanes
• Analyze traffic at all intersections
• Evaluate access locations and median openings to improve highway safety and efficiency
• Evaluate impacts of proposed improvement alternatives

This study will address long-term safety and congestion needs and identify the right of way needed for preservation for future corridor expansion.

The study outcomes will include:

• Environmental Assessment (EA)
• Design study report
• Preliminary plan

The study started in 2007 and is scheduled to be completed in 2012.

Status/phase

Northern section (Drexel Avenue to College Avenue)

• Real estate acquisition scheduled for fall 2012.
• Reconstruction and expansion scheduled for 2015.

Southern section (Elm Road to Drexel Avenue)

• Construction is not currently scheduled.

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Last modified: April 19, 2012