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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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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


Communities Rally Around New Highway 29 Interchange
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Communities Rally Around New Highway 29 Interchange

Ayres led the design of the $24 million interchange, which replaced an at-grade crossing at County Highway “VV” and creates a connection among several communities. Continue Reading

Postedby Troy Robillard
Date posted01/9/2024


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


Expanding Connectivity and Culture Through Intentional Designs of the La Crosse Center
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Expanding Connectivity and Culture Through Intentional Designs of the La Crosse Center

The renovation and expansion of the La Crosse Center brings people back to historic downtown La Crosse. Continue Reading

Postedby Kevin Bills
Date posted12/12/2023


Conjuring 3,200 Square Feet to Solve Complicated Intersection Riddles
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Conjuring 3,200 Square Feet to Solve Complicated Intersection Riddles

The roundabout at East Main Street and Green Coulee Road immensely improves safety and efficiency at a busy regional intersection. Continue Reading

Postedby Amanda DeAmico
Date posted12/12/2023


Thackeray Trail Undergoes Successful Urban Reconstruction
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Thackeray Trail Undergoes Successful Urban Reconstruction

The Thackeray Trail Reconstruction project involved transforming a rural roadway to an urban, curbed street with a new stormwater displacement system and sidewalks to address resident concerns. Continue Reading

Postedby Ryan Wallace
Date posted11/14/2023


Reconstructed STH 20 Represents Racine’s Values
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Reconstructed STH 20 Represents Racine’s Values

The reconstructed Washington Avenue represents the values of the City of Racine and its residents. Continue Reading

Postedby Bhupendra Bista
Date posted11/14/2023


STEAM Outreach is for Everyone
STEAM Outreach is for Everyone

Introducing students to the engineering profession and encouraging critical and creative thinking with hands-on opportunities. Continue Reading

Postedby Meghan Stiklestad
Date posted10/12/2023


Keeping Milwaukee Moving: I-43 Hillside Interchange Rehabilitation Project
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Keeping Milwaukee Moving: I-43 Hillside Interchange Rehabilitation Project

The upgrades and improvements have made the corridor safer for those traveling I-43, improved traffic flow and extended the service life of this important stretch of infrastructure. Continue Reading

Postedby Chris Fredrick
Date posted10/10/2023