LAFAYETTE COUNTY — To invest in Wisconsin’s transportation system, Governor Evers recently signed a $2.2 million contract to reconstruct Wis. 78 between Wis. 11 and County D in Lafayette County. Preliminary work is scheduled to begin April 24, 2023.

Iverson Construction is the prime contractor for the project. The project is designed to resurface Wis. 78 between Wis. 11 in Gratiot and County D in Wiota, this project will also update curb ramps and replace existing pavement markings.

During construction, Wis. 78 will be open to traffic under flagging operations. Wis. 78 will be reduced to one lane with flagging operations during milling and paving work.

Project completion is scheduled for July 2023. The schedule is dependent on favorable weather conditions and construction progress.

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

●  Follow on Twitter: 

@WisDOTSouthwest 

●  Visit the region’s 511 website: SouthWest — 511 WI Projects

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.