Traffic Impacts

learn how traffic is impacted along the corridor due to construction. Impacts shown west to east.
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EARLY EAST LEG
WIS 175 southbound ramp to I-94 eastbound
Long-term full closure of the WIS 175 southbound ramp to I-94 eastbound
Start: Late summer 2026
End: Late 2026
EARLY EAST LEG
I-94 westbound from Marquette Interchange to Stadium Interchange
Long-term lane closure on I-94 westbound from Marquette Interchange to Stadium Interchange
Start: Late summer 2026
End: Late 2026
EARLY EAST LEG
Jackson Street entrance ramp to I-794 westbound
Long-term closure of the Jackson Street entrance ramp to I-794 westbound
Start: Late summer 2026
End: Late 2026
WEST LEG
I-94 eastbound between 70th Street and General Mitchell Boulevard
Long-term lane closure on I-94 eastbound between 70th Street and General Mitchell Boulevard, reducing traffic to two lanes
Start: August 17, 2026
End: Long-term
WEST LEG
I-94 westbound exit to 68th/70th Street
Long-term closure of the westbound exit to 68th/70th Street through summer 2028
Start: March 20, 2026
End: Summer 2028
WEST LEG
68th Street entrance ramp to I-94 eastbound
Long-term closure of the 68th Street entrance ramp to I-94 eastbound
Start: November 4, 2025
End: Long-term
WEST LEG
Hawley Road, at I-94
Full closure of Hawley Road, at I-94, through late 2028
Start: Early January
End: Late 2028
WEST LEG
Hawley Road entrance ramp to I-94 westbound
Long-term closure of the Hawley Road entrance ramp to I-94 westbound
Start: November 6, 2025
End: Long-term
WEST LEG
Hawley Road entrance ramp to I-94 eastbound
Permanent closure of the Hawley Road entrance ramp to I-94 eastbound
Start: November 4, 2025
End: Permanent
WEST LEG
I-94 westbound exit ramp to Hawley Road
Permanent closure of the I-94 westbound exit ramp to Hawley Road
Start: November 6, 2025
End: Permanent
WEST LEG
I-94 eastbound exit ramp to Hawley Road
Long-term closure of the I-94 eastbound exit ramp to Hawley Road
Start: November 4, 2025
End: Long-term
WEST LEG
I-94 westbound between the Stadium Interchange and 70th Street
Long-term lane closure on I-94 westbound between the Stadium Interchange and 70th Street, reducing traffic to two lanes
Start: November 10, 2025
End: Long-term
WEST LEG
WIS 175 southbound system ramp to I-94 westbound
Long-term closure of the WIS 175 southbound system ramp to I-94 westbound
Start: November 10, 2025
End: Long-term
EARLY EAST LEG
28th Street entrance ramp to I-94 westbound
Long-term ramp closure of the 28th Street entrance ramp
Start: July 6, 2026
End: Late 2026
EARLY EAST LEG
St. Paul Avenue from 27th Street to 30th Street
Long-term lane closure on St. Paul Avenue from 27th Street to 30th Street
Start: July 6, 2026
End: Late 2026
EARLY EAST LEG
27th Street between St. Paul Avenue and Evergreen Lane
By 6 a.m.: 27th Street between St. Paul Avenue and Evergreen Lane through late 2026 DETOUR: Utilize Wisconsin Avenue, 35th Street, and Greenfield Avenue
Start: February 2, 2026
End: Late 2026
EARLY EAST LEG
Greves Street, west of 27th Street
Long-term closure of Greves Street, west of 27th Street
Start: December 2025
End: Late 2026
EARLY EAST LEG
I-94 eastbound exit to 26th Street/St. Paul Avenue
By 9 p.m.: I-94 eastbound exit to 26th Street/St. Paul Avenue through summer 2026 DETOUR: Utilize the I-94 eastbound exit to 35 Street and Wisconsin Avenue
Start: February 2, 2026
End: Summer 2026
EARLY EAST LEG
35th Street entrance ramp to I-94 eastbound
35th Street entrance ramp to I-94 eastbound through late 2026
DETOUR: Utilize 35th Street, Wisconsin Avenue, 27th Street, Clybourn Street, and 25th Street
Start: March 9, 2026
End: Long-term
EARLY EAST LEG
I-94 eastbound, approaching 27th Street
Lane closure on I-94 eastbound from 35th Street to 25th Street through late 2026
Start: March 9, 2026
End: Long-term
WEST LEG
Southbound WIS 175 exit ramp to Frederick Miller Way
30-day closure of the southbound WIS 175 exit ramp to Frederick Miller Way
Start: November 3, 2025
Re-opened December 3, 2025
WEST LEG
I-94 eastbound between 70th Street and General Mitchell Boulevard
Long-term lane closure on I-94 eastbound between 70th Street and General Mitchell Boulevard, reducing traffic to two lanes
Start: November 5, 2025
Re-opened March 20, 2026
WEST LEG
I-94 eastbound exit ramp to General Mitchell Boulevard
I-94 eastbound exit ramp to General Mitchell Boulevard closed through March 2026. DETOUR: I-94 eastbound to WIS 175 southbound to Frederick Miller Way to General Mitchell Boulevard
Start: December 15, 2025
Re-opened March 21, 2026
WEST LEG
General Mitchell Boulevard entrance ramp to I-94 westbound
General Mitchell Boulevard entrance ramp to I-94 westbound closed through March 2026. DETOUR: Blue Mound Road to 84th Street to I-94 westbound
Start: December 15, 2025
Re-opened March 21, 2026

Construction Staging Map

PDF of Construction Staging Map
The map below is the current plan for constructing and sequencing the reconstruction of the full I-94 East-West Freeway Project. Many variables impact this plan including accommodating existing traffic, utility relocation, and available funding. The plan will continue to be refined and is subject to change.

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National Ave (2025)

National Avenue from Miller Park Way to 50th Street
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) completed work on the National Avenue (WIS 59) Mitigation project in an effort to improve local roadways prior to the permanent Hawley Road eastern ramp closures that took place during the early stages of the I-94 East-West project. Work included widening of westbound National Avenue, intersection and sidewalk improvements, bike lane accommodations, an additional left turn lane on northbound Miller Park Way as well as new permanent signals.

Early East Leg (2025-2028)

I-94 at 27th Street

I-94 Early East Leg Upcoming Ramp and Local Road Closures

As part of the I-94 East-West Freeway Project, between 70th Street and 16th Street, there are several following long-term local road and ramp closures that are scheduled.
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I-94 Eastbound Lane and Ramp Closures

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) has initiated construction on the Early East Leg of the I-94 East-West Freeway Project, located between 70th Street and 16th Street. This construction will result in long-term lane and ramp closures.
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27th Street to Close Over I-94

As part of the I-94 East-West Freeway Project, the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) is scheduled to begin closures on February 2 to facilitate the reconstruction of the 27th Street bridge, over I-94.
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La Calle 27 Se Cerrará Sobre La I‑94

Como parte del Proyecto de la Autopista I‑94 East-West, el Departamento de Transporte de Wisconsin (WisDOT) tiene programado iniciar cierres el 2 de febrero para facilitar la reconstrucción del puente de la Calle 27, sobre la I‑94.
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Early East Leg Segment to Begin

The I‑94 East‑West Project’s Early East Leg will begin local road work in late 2025, with major construction running from 2026 to 2028. Key 2026 work includes reconstructing the 27th Street bridge, nearby streets, and portions of eastbound I‑94. Long‑term closures and traffic impacts are expected, and travelers are encouraged to plan ahead.
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West Leg (2025-2028)

I-94 from 70th Street to Zablocki Drive

I-94 West Leg Traffic Switch

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) continues construction on the West Leg of the I-94 East-West Freeway Project, between 70th Street and Zablocki Drive. As part of this work, a traffic switch and rampclosure is scheduled to take place.
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Upcoming West Leg Closures

The I-94 East-West Freeway Project, spanning from 70th Street to Zablocki Drive, will have additional closures in December 2025 to facilitate the reconstruction of the Hawley Road interchange and prepare the I-94 westbound roadway for bi-directional traffic in 2026.
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First Leg of I-94 East-West Impacts to Begin

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) is beginning construction on the West Leg of the I-94 East-West Freeway Project, between 70th Street and Zablocki Drive. Construction on the West Leg is anticipated to take place through 2028. In order to facilitate construction, a number of impacts are scheduled to take place in early November 2025.
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Early grading (2026-2027)

Early Grading
When available, updates for this segment of construction will be posted here.

W. Allis-Chalmers Drive (2029)

Washington Street to 60th Street
When available, updates for this segment of construction will be posted here.

East Leg (2028-2031)

I-94 from 35th Street to 16th Street
When available, updates for this construction segment will be posted here.

Stadium Interchange (2029-2033)

I-94 from Zablocki Drive to 35th Street

Video: How to navigate a Diverging Diamond Interchange (DDI)

WisDOT is building unique interchange designs at key locations across Wisconsin to improve safety and mobility. Learn how to navigate a DDI and understand the benefits to keep you moving safely.
ddi video

How to navigate a Diverging Diamond Interchange (DDI)

WisDOT is building unique interchange designs at key locations across Wisconsin to improve safety and mobility. Learn how to navigate a DDI and understand the benefits to keep you moving safely.
ddi video

Wis 175 (2031-2033)

Blue Mound Road to Canal Street
When available, updates for this construction segment will be posted here.

Construction Overview

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) has begun construction on the I-94 East-West Freeway Project.

The West Leg of the project, between 70th Street and Zablocki Drive, began initial impacts in early November 2025, with lane and ramp closures along I-94, between 70th Street and the Stadium Interchange. The Early East Leg, at 27th Street, began in late 2025, with the closure of 27th Street, over I-94, and the closure of the I-94 eastbound exit to 26th Street/St. Paul Avenue which began in February 2026.

WisDOT understands that construction of this scale may bring some challenges, including increased traffic and temporary detours. This project is a vital investment in addressing deteriorated roadway conditions, obsolete road/bridge design, traffic demands, and high crash rates.

Local and regional alternate routes are encouraged. Travelers should plan ahead by adding extra time, finding alternate routes, and knowing what resources are available.

Key Components of the west leg

  • Expanding I-94 to four lanes in each direction between 70th Street and Zablocki Drive
  • Reconstructing the Hawley Road interchange as a half-interchange; ramps to and from the east will be eliminated while access to and from the west will remain after reconstruction
  • Reconstructing the 68th Street / 70th Street Interchange

Key Components of the Early East leg

  • Reconstruction of 27th Street bridge, over I-94
  • Reconstruction of St. Paul Avenue from 29th Street to 27th Street
  • Construction of 28th Street as a cul-de-sac at 28th Street and St. Paul Avenue
  • Temporary widening of I-94 eastbound for future traffic stages
  • Wall construction west of 27th Street

Construction Resources

summer 2026 construction update

Check out summer 2026 project updates including construction information for the West Leg and Early East Leg, and current and upcoming closures and traffic impacts for the full project corridor.
construction update

tmp improvements

To enhance pedestrian safety along the West Leg and Early East Leg diversion routes, WisDOT is implementing additional Transportation Management Plan (TMP) improvements.
tmp improvements

zipper merge how-to guide

Learn how a zipper merge works to improve traffic flow and safety. This guide explains how you can help reduce backups by up to 40%.
how-to guide

Detailed Project Design

Check out a map showing the detailed design for the full project corridor. Stay tuned here for updates as final design proceeds.
Map of Detailed Design

Adjacent Projects

There are several projects located in the I-94 East-West Project area. Work related to these projects may overlap with I-94 East-West project construction.
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Corridor Construction Photo Gallery

Real-Time Traveler Information

For current traffic impacts in the I-94 East-West project area, visit 511wi.gov or refer to the map below.

For Construction Questions

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Project Contacts

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WisDOT Design Project Manager
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WisDOT Construction Project Manager
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DAN SELLERS

WisDOT Communications Manager
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Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) Southeast Region

141 NW Barstow St.
P.O. Box 798
Waukesha, WI 53187-0798
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