Yang Tao, Director of Traffic Engineering

Traffic Engineering

Traffic Pattern Changes for John Nolen Drive Project

Cap City Trail users will be detoured around Monona Bay during this phase

A Street Occupancy Permit is needed when your project requires materials or machinery to be on or over: streets, sidewalks, alleys, or public grounds

Current openings to join Traffic Engineering & other City agencies!

Learn about projects happening throughout the Madison area.

Visit and chat with the Traffic and Safety team at parks in your area all summer long.

Virginia Terrace Closure for Underground Utility Work
posted August 12, 2026

Parisi Construction has closed Virginia Terrace between Regent Street and Rowley Avenue to construct underground utilities as part of the City of Madison's Virginia Terrace, Norwood Place, Rugby Row and Hillington Way construction project.
Lane Closures on Fish Hatchery Road for Cannonball Path Extension Project
posted August 12, 2026

Beginning Monday, August 17, motorists traveling on Fish Hatchery Road can expect lane closures as construction begins on the Cannonball Path extension project.
North Shore Drive Partially Reopens to Traffic
posted August 10, 2026

Eastbound North Shore Drive to John Nolen Drive and the southbound right turn from John Nolen Drive to westbound North Shore Drive will reopen by 4:00 pm on Tuesday, August 11, as the contractor completes work on North Shore Drive.