Rawson Interchange Construction Prompts Ramp, Lane Closures

The reconstruction of the Rawson Interchange is in full swing, which means a host of ramp and lane closures throughout the rest of the year. 

The state Department of Transportation says motorists can expect these closures for the time being:

• The entrance ramp to I-94 east (southbound);
• The (loop) entrance ramp to I-94 west (northbound);
• The I-94 west (northbound) exit ramp.

Drivers familiar with the area have probably already noticed lane reductions on Rawson near the interchange. More closures will take place as construction moves along this summer.

The project is expected to be completed in late fall. See more details on the construction timeline here.

Crews are reconstructing the interchange into a "tight diamond," meaning ramp connections with the cross street will be brought closer to I-94. Officials say this will allow for better traffic flow between the interchange and 13th and 20th streets.

The project, the biggest road construction work in Oak Creek this year, is part of the massive North-South freeway project scheduled to continue to 2021.

Oak Creek has also approved 18 local road projects for 2013.