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The Designing a Better Wisconsin Blog features stories and projects from the ACEC WI membership highlighting the critical nature of engineering work, life/saftey impacts, and cost-effective, innovative solutions. 

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Transforming Lifelines for Connectivity and Safety
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Transforming Lifelines for Connectivity and Safety

The WIS 26 and I-39/90 redesign addressed congestion, aging infrastructure, and enhanced safety. The Diverging Diamond Interchange at WIS 26, reduced conflict points and supported multi-modal travel, including bicycles and pedestrians. Continue Reading

Postedby Brad Halvensleben
Date posted11/12/2024


Middleton Flood Restoration Project: Resilient, Inclusive, Protective Design
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Middleton Flood Restoration Project: Resilient, Inclusive, Protective Design

The Middleton Flood Restoration Project revitalized the Pheasant Branch Creek Corridor after a 1,000-year flood event. Through innovative engineering solutions, MSA rebuilt bridges, restored trails, and enhanced flood protection. Continue Reading

Postedby Raine Gardner
Date posted10/8/2024


Gateway to Northwoods Getaways Gets Welcome Safety Overhaul
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Gateway to Northwoods Getaways Gets Welcome Safety Overhaul

Innovative engineering and extensive public outreach transformed the USH 53/USH 63 intersection into a full-service interchange, enhancing safety, traffic flow, and environmental stewardship in Trego. Continue Reading

Postedby Mark Petersen
Date posted09/10/2024


AI Answers the Question We’ve All Been Asking!
AI Answers the Question We’ve All Been Asking!

Written by: Leslie Babcock, CLCS, Holmes Murphy As Artificial Intelligence (AI) continues to evolve, it has become a large topic of conversation in the design industry. In our risk management specialist position, the Holmes Murphy AE team often receives the question: “How will AI... Continue Reading

Postedby Leslie Babcock
Date posted08/14/2024


Sustainable Renovations at the Hudson Wastewater Treatment Plant
Sustainable Renovations at the Hudson Wastewater Treatment Plant

Written by: Caleb Weber, PE & Jeremiah Wendt, PE, Short Elliott Hendrickson Inc. Public utilities often face significant asset management and capital improvement decisions. And at the heart of these decisions is the obligation to benefit the public, maximizing the financial investment and... Continue Reading

Postedby Jeremiah Wendt
Date posted08/13/2024


The Cobban Bridge: A Testament to Resilience, Ingenuity, and Community Spirit
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The Cobban Bridge: A Testament to Resilience, Ingenuity, and Community Spirit

The Cobban Bridge is more than just a bridge; it’s a symbol of what we can achieve when we come together with a shared vision for the future. Continue Reading

Postedby Jason Isaacson
Date posted07/9/2024


Building Trust, Building Pipelines: Waukesha’s Great Water Alliance Wins
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Building Trust, Building Pipelines: Waukesha’s Great Water Alliance Wins

The Great Water Alliance Program was a resounding success and a first-of-its-kind achievement. Continue Reading

Postedby Catharine Richardson
Date posted06/4/2024


Connecting the Community: Wisconsin’s Highway 50 is Reconstructed and Modernized
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Connecting the Community: Wisconsin’s Highway 50 is Reconstructed and Modernized

The finished 4.7 mile project provides equitable access to the entire surrounding community, eases traffic flow in a dense commercial shopping area and enhances regional mobility in an active freight corridor. Continue Reading

Postedby Dave Felber
Date posted05/14/2024


Innovative Solutions Revitalize Collins Street Parking Lot
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Innovative Solutions Revitalize Collins Street Parking Lot

The Collins Street Parking Lot Reconstruction project highlights the importance of communication, collaboration, and the ability to adapt and reevaluate design options to meet changing needs and requirements for long-term benefits. Continue Reading

Postedby Ryan Wallace
Date posted04/9/2024


Calhoun Road Project Navigates Challenges to Benefit the Community
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Calhoun Road Project Navigates Challenges to Benefit the Community

The Calhoun Road reconstruction project brings value to the community by expanding a key corridor for the traveling public in a safe manner, minimizing impacts to nature, and complementing the City’s elevated aesthetic standards. Continue Reading

Postedby Brad Severson
Date posted03/12/2024


Garver Path Preserves Natural Elements & Historic Past
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Garver Path Preserves Natural Elements & Historic Past

The new Garver Path provides a connection to residential neighborhoods, commercial areas, downtown, and other destinations, as well as helps the city of Madison uphold its status as one of the top bike-friendly communities in the country. Continue Reading

Postedby Aaron Steger
Date posted02/13/2024


Revitalizing Kentucky and River Streets in St. Croix Falls: A Success Story
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Revitalizing Kentucky and River Streets in St. Croix Falls: A Success Story

The City of St. Croix Falls was faced with multiple challenges in the Kentucky and River Street area, including difficult turning movements, drainage issues, and the need for a trail to connect two parks. Continue Reading

Postedby Tyler Hastings
Date posted01/9/2024