WisDOT seeking input on resurfacing projects on WIS 40

Proposed project includes replacing culverts and guardrail and widening paved shoulders

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) is seeking public input on two proposed resurfacing projects on WIS 40 – one from County M in Dunn County to the east junction of County B and the other from the east junction of County B to US 53 in Chippewa County.

The public is encouraged to visit the project website, review project details and submit comments by Oct. 1, 2026, by:

• Email: beth.cunningham@dot.wi.gov

• Mail: Wisconsin Department of Transportation

W7201 Green Valley Road

Spooner, WI 54801

Attn.: Beth Cunningham

To address deteriorating pavement and other issues, the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) is proposing the following:

• Removing 2 inches of the existing pavement and paving 2 inches of hot-mix asphalt over the roadway

• Replacing culverts

• Widening paved shoulders 

• Replacing guardrail

• Completing gravel shouldering 

• Installing centerline and shoulder rumble strips

• Placing new pavement markings

• Placing a thin polymer overlay on the Hay Creek Bridge

• Removing flashing and making soffit and post anchorage repairs to the bridge over Como Creek

During construction, WIS 40 will remain open to traffic, but motorists will encounter lane closures controlled by either flagging operations or temporary traffic signals.

For more information regarding traffic impacts, transportation news and improvement project updates in Wisconsin’s Northwest Region:

• Follow us on X: @WisDOTnorthwest

• Visit the region’s 511 website: projects.511wi.gov/region/northwest/  

Motorists are reminded that using handheld cell phones in Wisconsin work zones is illegal. Alerts and updates provided via these sites are not intended for use while driving. When driving, your focus should always be on driving.

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