March 24, 2026 – Washington Co., Wi – A $2.9 million resurfacing and improvement project along WIS 144, between Skyline Drive in the city of West Bend, and the Washington/Sheboygan County line to begin the week of March 30.

Improvements include:
- Resurface WIS 144 within project limits
- Remove and replace guardrail
- Replace curb ramps to meet ADA standards
- Remove cattle pass near the county line and replace it with a culvert pipe
Traffic Impacts and Detour:
WIS 144 will be closed to through traffic during construction. This project will be completed in stages.
Stage 1: Skyline Drive to WIS 28 closed to through traffic
- Detour will utilize WIS 33, US 45, and WIS 28
Stage 2: WIS 28 to Washington/Sheboygan County line closed to through traffic
- Detour will utilize County H and County XX
Access to local businesses and residences will be maintained.
Work is scheduled for completion by summer 2026. All work is weather dependent and subject to change.
Image courtesy WIS DOT






