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.
The West Jackson Street project in Wisconsin Rapids shows how a vehicle-centric roadway can be transformed into a corridor for all users with minimal right-of-way impacts. Continue Reading
The West 6th Street Bridge design addressed every challenge to make way for a bridge that remains a landmark – and a more functional one at that. Continue Reading
The Chippewa Area History Center is more than just a building—it’s a testament to ingenuity, innovative design and community impact. Continue Reading
The STH 69 rehabilitation project turned one of Wisconsin’s most deteriorated roadways into a safe, resilient highway while preserving historical and environmental treasures. Continue Reading
The Honey Creek restoration project illustrates the effectiveness of a design that incorporates not only the functional goals of the project such as habitat restoration, streambank stabilization, and floodplain capacity, but also increases recreational and educational opportunities. Continue Reading
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
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
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
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
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
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
The Great Water Alliance Program was a resounding success and a first-of-its-kind achievement. Continue Reading
