The configurations of the interchanges that are currently with the diamond configuration will remain unchanged upon completion of their construction. Reconstruction of the WIS 11/East Racine Road, US 14, WIS 26 and WIS 59 interchanges is included in the project. The bridges on the Interstate, along with the Rock River bridges, will either be repaired or replaced. A temporary/permanent four-lane roadway will be built to enable the smooth flow of traffic on one section, while the reconstruction work is in progress on the other. An extra line will be added in both the directions to the existing four-lane highway, leading to the formation of a divided highway with six lanes. The project has been planned to cause minimum hassle to the vehicular traffic. Interstate 39/90 reconstruction and expansion The expansion project is propelled by the primary objective of enhancing mobility and safety. The expansion of the current Interstate I-39/90 was the most viable solution to these issues. Bridges and pavements on the I-39/90 highway are also close to the end of their lifespan, thus necessitating replacements as per modern safety standards. A rapid increase in the vehicular traffic (approximately 80,000 vehicles) on the I-39/90 is projected by 2040, which would mean that the highway would be overburdened. Over 50,000 vehicles currently travel through certain portions of the I-39/90 per day. I-39/90 provides access to several other key highways and locations such as IH-43, USH 14, CTH S, STH 11, USH 51 and USH12/18. IH 39/90 has also been recognised as the most vital corridor of Wisconsin. It is an element of both NHS (National Highway System) and the Defense System. I-39/90 is a vital transportation link providing access to several prominent locations in Wisconsin.

“The project got underway with the groundbreaking ceremony in June 2013 and is expected to be completed in 2021.”

I39 road closure