Governor Evers approves I-41 and WIS 60 Interchange safety improvement project in Washington County
To invest in Wisconsin’s transportation system, Governor Evers has approved a $6.8 million safety improvement project at the I-41 and WIS 60 interchange in Washington County. Zenith Tech, Inc. is the prime contractor for the project. Construction began the week of April 13.
Improvements
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Reconstruct the WIS 60 on-ramp to I-41 southbound to address merging conflicts
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Widen and realign the right turn lanes at the I-41 southbound off-ramp to improve visibility
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Addition of traffic signals at the southbound ramp terminal and extension of the westbound WIS 60 left turn lane
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Partial deck removal and widening to increase length of WIS 60 left turn lane to I-41 northbound on-ramp
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Pavement resurfacing, new pavement markings and signing
Traffic Impacts
This project will require a combination of long-term and overnight closures along WIS 60 and the on/off-ramps to/from I-41. Detours will be posted during long-term closures. Single lane closures on I-41 will be limited to off-peak hours for bridge improvements.
Access to local businesses and residences will be maintained.
September 1st, 2026 Update
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) is rehabilitating the I-41 interchange at WIS 60 in the village of Slinger, Washington County. Construction is scheduled to be completed in fall 2026.
The following closures are scheduled overnight only for ramp and intersection work.
Wednesday, September 2, from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m.:
WIS 60 eastbound between WIS 164 and County C (Hillside Road) is scheduled to close.
• The I-41 northbound exit ramp to WIS 60 eastbound is scheduled to close from 7 p.m. to 6 a.m.
Thursday, September 3, from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m.:
WIS 60 westbound between County C (Hillside Road) and WIS 164 is scheduled to close.
• The I-41 northbound exit ramps to WIS 60 are scheduled to close from 7 p.m. to 6 a.m.
• The I-41 northbound entrance ramp from WIS 60 is scheduled to close from 7 p.m. to 6 a.m.
Detour:
→ WIS 60: Motorists are encouraged to use WIS 164, WIS 167 and US 45 to get around the closures.
Please note all work is weather dependent and subject to change.
For questions or more information, please contact: The Public Involvement Team
Phone (262) 933-0467
Email connectse@devorpr.com