The Shawano County Highway Department, Wisconsin Department of Transportation and the Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin are scheduled to begin reconstructing the intersection of County Road G and state Highway 47 next week in the town of Red Springs.
County G intersects Highway 47 at a sharp angle. There are also curves on Highway 47 that limit visibility down the road. Furthermore, a large triangular gravel area within the legs of the intersection confuses drivers, according to local highway officials.
The project will correct the deficiencies by realigning and shifting the intersection southeast along Highway 47. A new lane for westbound Highway 47 traffic will allow vehicles to bypass vehicles turning left at the intersection. Tapers for eastbound Highway 47 traffic will allow vehicles turning right onto County G to get out of the main traffic flow.
In addition, new signage and pavement markings will better delineate the roadway.
Work on the north, or westbound, side of Highway 47 will take about a week. During this time when construction operations are occurring, traffic will be down to one lane, with flagging operations in affect. County G will remain open.
Work on the south, or eastbound, side of Highway 47 will take about two weeks. County G will be closed during the work, with a detour provided on Highway 47 and County Road VV.
Work on County G will take about 30 days, during which Highway 47 will remain open to two lanes of traffic, but some shoulder closures might occur. County G will remain closed, with the detour on Highway 47 and County VV.
All work is scheduled to be completed by July 2.
Access to all properties will be maintained at all times.
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