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CTH VV over Bears Grass Creek Bridge Project
Please visit our Construction Improvement Projects page for more information.
CTH Q Road Closure Notice (10/28/24 - 11/11/24)
Please visit our Construction Improvement Projects page for more information.
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CTH D Over Eau Claire River Bridge Project Public Involvement Meeting
CTH D Bridge Project PIM Advertisement
Improvements to County D at the Eau Claire River
Planned improvements for County Road D in the Town of Ludington, Eau Claire County, will be discussed at a public involvement meeting on March 20, 2024. The meeting will be held at the Fall Creek Village Hall. An open house will be hosted from 5 PM to 7 PM.
For more information, please view the advertisement linked above.
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Removal of Seasonal Weight Restrictions -Effective March 4, 2024
Please visit our Seasonal Road Information page for more information.
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Public Input Meeting for ATV/UTV Usage
ATV/UTV Usage PIM Invitation PDF
2/16/2024
Subject: Invitation to Public Input Meeting for ATV/UTV Usage in Eau Claire County
As a proactive measure to gather community input and foster dialogue regarding possible expansion of ATV/UTV usage in Eau Claire County, we are excited to announce two upcoming public input meetings.
Date: February 29th, 2024
Time: 5:30-7:00 PM
Location: Eau Claire County Highway Department – 5061 USH 53, Eau Claire WI. 54701
Date: March 5th, 2024
Time: 5:30-7:00 PM
Location: Town of Bridge Creek Town Hall – S9515 STH 27, Augusta WI. 54722
Purpose: Gathering feedback and perspectives on ATV/UTV usage within Eau Claire County
These meetings aim to provide a platform for residents, stakeholders, and interested parties to express their opinions, concerns, and suggestions regarding ATV/UTV expansion on county roads in our county. Your insights and perspectives are invaluable to us as we navigate decisions related to ATV/UTV use on the county road system.
During the meeting, we will facilitate discussions on various topics, including but not limited to:
- Current ATV/UTV regulations and enforcement in Eau Claire County.
- Potential expansion of ATV/UTV designated routes.
- Review of draft maps and ordinances
Your participation in this meeting is highly encouraged, as your input will directly inform future policies and initiatives related to ATV/UTV usage in Eau Claire County. Additionally, please feel free to share this invitation with other individuals or organizations who may be interested in attending.
Should you have any questions or require further information, please do not hesitate to contact Jon Johnson or the Eau Claire County Highway Department at ecchwy@eauclairecounty.gov or 715-839-2952.
Thank you for your attention to this matter, and we look forward to your participation in shaping the future of ATV/UTV recreation in Eau Claire County.
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Seasonal Weight Restrictions -Effective February 5, 2024
Please visit our Seasonal Road Information page for more information.
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Winter Driving Advisory, January 9, 2024
(Eau Claire, Wis.) – With the first winter weather alert of 2024 issued for Eau Claire County, we encourage everyone to take a few basic steps to improve their safety. These tips are for both home and on the road.
First, if you are at a house, make sure the driveway, sidewalk, vents around the house, and any fire hydrants by you are cleared of snow. Doing these tips will reduce the chances of getting injured through slipping and falling, as well as reduce the risk of a carbon monoxide event. Clearing fire hydrants will allow your local fire department faster access to it if a fire is near you.
Second, if you are driving, check 511WI for updated road conditions. Let people know where you are going, the route you plan to take, and the time you expect to arrive at your destination. Additional road safety tips include, giving snowplows plenty of distance, refilling your gas tank more often so you are not running out if you have a delay on your drive, and slowing down on the roadways.
Eau Claire County Highway Department, along with local public works agencies, work hard around-the-clock to clear roads, but we need your assistance to ensure that is done in a safe manner!
The traveling public is reminded to exercise caution and drive with care. Clearing a small patch to see through a windshield or rear window is not enough. In winter weather, the driving hazard that’s even worse than snow and ice is your inability to see what’s ahead. To help with visibility remember to clear snow and ice from the headlights and hood of your vehicle. Be careful and go slow. Use courtesy and common sense. The legal speed limit may not be possible depending on conditions. It’s also very important Not to Crowd the Plow. Pass plows with extreme caution and never drive into a snowplow’s cloud. Remember, in bad weather, if you’re out there, so is your County Highway Department.
Jon Johnson
Highway Commissioner
Eau Claire County Highway Department
(715) 839-1042
jon.johnson@eauclairecounty.gov
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Snow Plow Driver Appreciation Day, November 27, 2023.
WisDOT, WCHA recognize Snowplow Driver Appreciation Day in Wisconsin
Governor Tony Evers has proclaimed Monday, November 27 as Snowplow Driver Appreciation Day in Wisconsin to remind motorists to give snowplow drivers plenty of space to complete their jobs safely. In partnership with the Wisconsin County Highway Association (WCHA), the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) urges drivers to slow down and be alert on Wisconsin roads this winter.
Motorists can thank Wisconsin snowplow drivers by staying safe on the road this winter.
- Before traveling, visit 511wi.gov to check road conditions, live video from traffic cameras and possible incidents. Download the 511 Wisconsin mobile app to “know before you go."
- Buckle up, phone down. Every trip, every time.
- Watch the road ahead and allow plenty of following distance.
- Most traffic crashes in winter are caused by drivers going too fast for conditions. Posted speed limits apply when travel conditions are ideal. Drivers are advised to slow down when roads are slick or visibility is reduced.
- Stay at least 200 feet behind a working snowplow. Make sure that you can see the plow's mirrors to ensure the driver can see you.
- If you must pass, be careful. Snowplows often create a cloud of snow that can obscure vision. Remember that road conditions in front of the plow will likely be worse.
- Don't be over-confident if you operate a four-wheel or all-wheel-drive vehicle. They still require a considerable distance to stop on slick roadways.
- During major winter storms, postpone or cancel your trip. Stranded motorists and vehicles become hazards that interfere with snow removal efforts.
Please slow down and give space to snowplow drivers!
Public Involvement Meeting
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) has posted a virtual public involvement meeting to present information regarding the proposed improvements and gather public comments on the curb ramp improvement project along WIS 93, WIS 312, and US 12 in the Eau Claire County cities of Eau Claire and Altoona and Town of Washington. The presentation is posted on the WisDOT project website linked above.
The presentation will provide details on the project, discuss the anticipated scheduled, and explain how to provide feedback. Comments will be accepted until September 22, 2023.
Project Update for CTH CC / West Folsom Street Improvements
CTH CC / Folsom Street Improvements Project Update Letter
There is a schedule change for the construction of CTH CC / West Folsom Street from 33rd Street west to CTH TT / Kane Road. There has been a couple of items that are keeping us from bidding out this project for construction this year. The first one is a flood plain analysis for the Sherman Creek watershed. We’re still working through the approval and submittal process. Another item that prevents us from starting the project is completing all the real estate easements. We don’t have that taken care of yet and continue to work with property owners along the project limits. Until we have those items completed, we’re not able to proceed with construction. Based on the time of the year, we’re now planning on completing construction in 2024. Because of this change we’ll continue to provide maintenance to the roadway surface in order to keep the roadway passable to the traveling public.
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