University Avenue
March 15, 2024 Update
WORK THE WEEK OF MARCH 18, 2024
Traffic has been changed into a configuration that maintains two through lanes in both directions on University Ave. and Campus Dr.
The contractor will begin underground utility installation on Franklin Ave. Traffic on Franklin Ave. will be maintained while this work is being completed; however, Madison Metro Transit bus stops on Franklin Ave. will be relocated to Ridge St. Please visit the Madison Metro Transit website for additional details: https://www.cityofmadison.com/metro/routes-schedules/bus-rapid-transit
Through movements and left-turn movements at the intersection of Ridge St./Marshall Ct. and University Ave. will be restricted to complete work on the permanent median and pedestrian island. An overview showing the final traffic configuration at the intersection is included on Page 2 of the weekly update.
Removal of the existing pavement and preparations for the installation of the permanent concrete medians will continue throughout the project limits.
WORK THE WEEK OF MARCH 25, 2024
Removal of the existing pavement and preparations for the installation of the permanent concrete medians will be completed.
Aggregate placement and layout for the median curb and gutter will be performed throughout the week.
The contractor will continue underground utility installation on Franklin Ave. Traffic on Franklin Ave. will be maintained while this work is being completed.
Through movements and left-turn movements at the intersection of Ridge St./Marshall Ct. and University Ave. will continue to be restricted. Left-turn lanes to Marshall Ct. and Ridge St. will be maintained but may need to be adjusted while the permanent medians are being constructed at this intersection.
TRAFFIC / PEDESTRIAN / BIKE IMPACTS
Traffic has been changed into a traffic configuration that maintains two lanes in both directions on University Ave. and Campus Dr. (including existing turn lanes) within the project limits. An increase in construction activities on Franklin Ave. should be anticipated during the week. Through traffic will be maintained on Franklin Ave.; however, alternative routes should be used whenever possible. Sidewalks on both sides of University Ave. will continue to be available for use. Please note that on March 18, 2024, the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) project will begin single lane closures on eastbound University Ave./Campus Dr. east of the Highland Overpass. These lane closures are not affiliated with the University Ave. construction project; however, additional information on work related to the BRT project can be found here: https://www.cityofmadison.com/metro/routes-schedules/bus-rapid-transitNote that the work is weather dependent and may be subject to change.
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Project Details
Project Information
Project Overview
University Ave is scheduled for reconstruction from Shorewood Boulevard/Hill St to University Bay Drive/Farley Ave. The City of Madison is jointly participating with the Village of Shorewood Hills on the design and construction. The project includes reconstruction of pavement, curb and gutter, sidewalk as necessary, street lighting, traffic signals, water main, sanitary sewer and storm sewer. Alternatives to improve pedestrian & bicycle connectivity, bus rapid transit initiatives and stormwater drainage have been reviewed, and the project plans have been updated to include a new pedestrian & bike overpass of University Bay Dr., a widened sidewalk along the southerly side of University Ave., and a 96-inch storm sewer pipe to help improve drainage in the area. The project continues to be coordinated with the City’s planning efforts for bus rapid transit.
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Project Limits
Shorewood Boulevard/Hill St to University Bay Drive/Farley Ave.
Project Schedule
Construction is scheduled for 2022.
Public Involvement
There are a number of points of contact during this project where the public is encouraged to give feedback as part of public information meetings and public hearings. Dates and times are indicated below:
Public Information Meetings
- March 11, 2021 Public Information Meeting PowerPoint Presentation
- March 11, 2021 Public Information Meeting Recording
- Univ Ave (Shore-Univ Bay Dr) Roll Plot Exhibit
- Dec. 18, 2019 Public Information Meeting PowerPoint Presentation
- Dec. 18, 2019 Public Information Meeting Display Photo
- June 13, 2019 Public Information Meeting PowerPoint Presentation
- June 13, 2019 Public Information Meeting Preliminary Plan Overview
- The residents and businesses impacted by the University Avenue project are welcome to attend a monthly coordination meeting to discuss the University Avenue construction project. The coordination meeting will be held on the second Wednesday of each month at 11 a.m., 3230 University Avenue, Suite No. 7. The first meeting was held June 8, 2022. Integrity Grading and Excavating will give a construction schedule update at each meeting followed by an open platform for any questions and/or concerns with the ongoing construction operations.
City Meetings, Process
Board of Public Works: June 16, 2021
Transportation Commission: April 15, 2020
Common Council: July 6, 2021
Mailings
Extension of work hours for Construction Activities (Starting around Aug. 15, 2022)