WRIGHTSTOWN — As part of the ongoing reconstruction of the County U interchange in the town of Wrightstown, a full closure of French Road between County DDD and Apple Creek Road will begin Monday, Feb. 23 (weather permitting) and remain in place through late fall 2026.
This closure is necessary to safely complete improvements in the area that will support future traffic needs.
View traffic impacts anytime by visiting https://i41project.wisconsindot.gov/
Other projects expected to get under way this spring:
In Kaukauna, the Buchanan Street overpass over I-41 will be closed from early 2026 through the fall to create a wider, safer roadway for motorists, bicyclists and pedestrians. The new structure relocates the bridge piers to allow the expansion of I-41 to accommodate rising traffic volumes.
In Appleton, the DOT plans to build a diverging diamond interchange at Highway 47/Richmond Street. The new interchange will accommodate higher traffic volumes, increase safety and include additional bike and pedestrian accommodations. The overpass will close from early 2026 until fall.
The northbound 441 interchange to north I-41 will be closed for one month in the spring of 2026 for reconstruction.
The northbound on-ramp of the Wisconsin 96 interchange at I-41 will be reconstructed and auxiliary lanes will be completed between the 96 and Highway 15 interchanges.
Gillett Street under I‑41 reconstruction on Appleton’s north side includes improvements to the roadway and sidewalks to enhance traffic flow and safety. Additionally, WisDOT is making adjustments to the adjacent stream channel to improve drainage.
