WIS 33 Baraboo Virtual PIM #1 July 2020 Welcome to the online public - - PDF document

Welcome to the online public involvement meeting for the Wisconsin Highway 33 project in the Village of West Baraboo and the City of Baraboo. Additional exhibits and handouts containing more information are available on the website below the video presentation. WIS 33 Baraboo Virtual PIM #1 July 2020 Wisconsin Department of Transportation 1

The Wisconsin Highway 33 project is being led by Greg Brecka, who is the Project Manager for WisDOT and Brenda Schoenfeld who is the Project Supervisor. WisDOT has hired Oneida Engineering Solutions as the design consultant. Their Project Manager is Zach Freeman and their Project Engineer is Brett Peterson. Contact information is provided on the last slide of this

• presentation. Feel free to contact them with any comments, questions, or concerns.

The Village of West Baraboo and the City of Baraboo will be replacing their domestic water supply and sanitary sewer facilities as part of this project. Contact your local municipality for any questions or comments regarding these improvements. WIS 33 Baraboo Virtual PIM #1 July 2020 Wisconsin Department of Transportation 2

The presentation will follow the outline shown here. We will begin by explaining the project location, the purpose and need of the project, and the proposed design improvements. Second, we will present possible intersection improvement alternatives at Draper Street and at Broadway

• Street. Then we will present some general project information, review the project schedule, and

wrap up our presentation by showing the planned detour route during construction. One of the primary purposes of this presentation is to gather input from the public regarding the proposed

• project. Your input is an important part of the process and we look forward to hearing from you.

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This map provides an overview of the proposed Wisconsin Highway 33 project. The project starts at the Mulberry Street intersection, in the Village of West Baraboo and ends just east of County Highway T, also known as Taft Avenue, in the City of Baraboo. WIS 33 Baraboo Virtual PIM #1 July 2020 Wisconsin Department of Transportation 4

The purpose of this project is to replace the deteriorated pavement and improve the safety and operations along this corridor. The existing pavement is deteriorated and in need of

• replacement. WIS 33 was last fully reconstructed in 1974 within the Village of West Baraboo,

and in 1988 in the City of Baraboo. The City also did an asphalt overlay in 1994. The pavement has reached the end of its service life and it is no longer cost effective to continue with patching and asphalt overlays. Safety needs along this corridor include a higher than average number of rear‐end accidents created by left turning vehicles being hit from behind, as well as safety and operational needs at the intersections with Draper Street and Broadway Street. WIS 33 Baraboo Virtual PIM #1 July 2020 Wisconsin Department of Transportation 5

In 2017 there were approximately 8,000 – 14,000 vehicles per day on this segment of WIS 33. Project design, including the number of lanes and the pavement structure, is based on the design year traffic volumes, which are projected for 20 years after the

• construction. For this project we are using a design year of 2045. The WisDOT traffic

forecasting section has projected the design year 2045 traffic volumes to increase to 10,500 – 16,000 vehicles per day. A Corridor Preservation Study was completed in 2017 for WIS 33. The purpose of that study was to evaluate traffic volumes and crashes, and make recommendations for future roadway improvements. Based on that results, they recommended a two way left turn lane be constructed in order to minimize the high number of rear‐end crashes. They also determined that one through lane in each direction is adequate to handle the projected volumes. WIS 33 Baraboo Virtual PIM #1 July 2020 Wisconsin Department of Transportation 6

The proposed improvements for the project through the Village of West Baraboo will reconstruct the entire pavement structure, curb & gutter, and storm sewer. The new roadway remains the same width as the existing roadway. However, the lanes will be reconfigured from two 11’ lanes in each direction to a 12’ wide lane with a 3’ urban shoulder in each direction, plus a 14’ wide two‐ way‐left‐turn‐lane in the center of the roadway. Sidewalks will be replaced and street lighting will be added for the full project length. All terrace areas, between the curb and the sidewalk, will be replaced with grass and will be 4.5’ wide through most of the Village of West Baraboo. The sanitary sewer and water main under WIS 33 will also be replaced as part of the highway construction project. WIS 33 Baraboo Virtual PIM #1 July 2020 Wisconsin Department of Transportation 7

Through the City of Baraboo, the proposed roadway project will also replace the entire pavement structure, curb and gutter, and storm sewer. Sidewalk will only be replaced at intersections to bring curb ramps up to current ADA standards and where required along the project length. Traffic signals and pedestrian crossing signals will also be replaced.

From the west city limits to Ash Street, the new roadway will be 4’ narrower than the existing roadway. The lanes will be reconfigured from two 11’ lanes in each direction to a 12’ wide lane with a 3’ urban shoulder in each direction, plus a 14’ wide two‐way‐left‐turn‐lane in the center. From Ash Street to Lincoln Street, the new roadway will remain the same width as the existing roadway. However, the lanes will be reconfigured from two 11’ lanes in each direction to a 12’ wide lane with a 3’ urban shoulder in each direction, plus a 14’ wide TWLTL in the center. From Lincoln Street to Taft Avenue, the new roadway will be narrower than the existing roadway. The lanes will be reconfigured from two 11’ lanes in each direction to a 12’ wide lane with a 3’ urban shoulder in each direction, plus a 14’ wide TWLTL in the center.

The sanitary sewer and water main under WIS 33 will also be replaced with the highway construction project. WIS 33 Baraboo Virtual PIM #1 July 2020 Wisconsin Department of Transportation 8

There are several advantages of constructing a two‐way‐left‐turn‐lane, or often referred to as a “TWLTL”, on Wisconsin Highway 33 as part of these projects. A TWLTL will help reduce the number of rear‐end collisions because it removes decelerating or stopped vehicles turning left into driveways and side roads from the through roadway traffic. A TWLTL also provides vehicles turning left out of driveways and side roads with room to accelerate up to posted speeds before entering into the through traffic lane. With those two vehicular movements removed, the through traffic will have fewer interruptions and less congestion. At signalized intersections, the TWLTL is removed, and the center lane can be used for dedicated left turn lanes. At other intersections, the TWLTL can provide the opportunity to have a raised median area that will provide a safe refuge area for pedestrians crossing the roadway. WIS 33 Baraboo Virtual PIM #1 July 2020 Wisconsin Department of Transportation 9

This slide shows the proposed improvements at the Draper Street intersection with WIS 33. In the Eastbound direction the TWLTL will end west of Draper Street, to allow dedicated left turn lanes onto Draper Street and Park Street. In the Westbound direction the TWLTL will end at Park Street, to allow a dedicated right turn lane

• nto Draper Street.

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At the Broadway Street intersection with WIS 33, we have developed three alternatives for improving vehicle operation and safety. With Alternative 1 the TWLTL is used in both directions to create dedicated turn lanes. When travelling eastbound on WIS 33, vehicles will have a dedicated right turn lane onto Broadway. For vehicles travelling westbound on WIS 33, there will be a dedicated left turn lane onto Broadway Street and onto Birch Street, which is the first intersection west of Broadway. This alternative has the fewest impacts to the abutting properties and no impacts to buildings or driveways. WIS 33 Baraboo Virtual PIM #1 July 2020 Wisconsin Department of Transportation 11

This slide shows Alternative 2 for improving the Broadway Street intersection. With Alternative 2, the TWLTL is maintained in the eastbound direction and the roadway is widening to develop a dedicated right turn lane onto Broadway. The westbound direction is the same as Alternative 1 where vehicles have a dedicated left turn lane onto Broadway Street; however the TWLTL is restored after the intersection. This alternative has a wider roadway surface because the TWLTL is maintained in the eastbound direction, creating impacts to the properties on the south side of the roadway. The building in the southwest corner of the intersection would likely need to be acquired. WIS 33 Baraboo Virtual PIM #1 July 2020 Wisconsin Department of Transportation 12

Alternative 3 for the Broadway Street intersection is presented on this slide. Alternative 3 would construct a roundabout at the Broadway Street intersection. The traffic signal would be removed, allowing free flow movements from all three legs of the intersection. This alternative has the greatest impacts to the abutting properties along the north side of WIS 33 and would require the most real estate to be purchased, substantial retaining walls, as well as the relocation of some

• driveways. No buildings would need to be acquired.

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After converting the roadway to a TWLTL their may no longer be postal delivery along the road. This may require that mailboxes be relocated from the edge of the roadway to a location approved by the US Postal Office or to a common location. All terrace areas between the sidewalk and the curb will be replaced with grass, including terraces that currently have a concrete or asphalt surface. Many properties along WIS 33 have access to back alleys. As part of this project we would like to eliminate any unnecessary driveways along the roadway in order to improve traffic flow and

• safety. Project representatives will be in contact with specific property owners to discuss

potential driveway removals. We will work with businesses to help them during construction. A year prior to construction, community businesses frequently join forces, often with the local chamber of commerce, to create a streamlined process and look for the businesses impacted by the roadway and utility

• construction. The WisDOT ”In This Together” website offers ideas and guidance to

communities that can be used for your local business needs. The link to that website is provided on this slide. WIS 33 Baraboo Virtual PIM #1 July 2020 Wisconsin Department of Transportation 14

At this time, we are planning to detour WIS 33 traffic during construction. The planned detour route uses Highway 12 and Interstate 90/94 as shown on this slide. Local and emergency access to businesses and residences will be maintained during construction. Temporary driveway closures will be necessary during parts of the construction process. WisDOT will contact homeowners and businesses in advance before closing a driveway. Detouring these projects will lead to more efficient and faster construction and a better

• verall product.

A potential construction staging split at Broadway Street is being considered since this is the approximate halfway point along the corridor. Stage 1 would reconstruct the Broadway Street and County T (Taft Avenue) intersections first to allow better traffic flow for local traffic during the remaining construction of WIS 33. Stage 2 would reconstruct everything west of Broadway and stage 3 would reconstruct everything east of Broadway. Construction is currently scheduled for 2024 and should be completed in one construction season. Some utility relocations may take place prior to 2024. WIS 33 Baraboo Virtual PIM #1 July 2020 Wisconsin Department of Transportation 15

Currently, the project team is asking for your comments on the proposed roadway design with this virtual public involvement presentation. The team is also beginning work on the environmental documentation. 60% plans will be completed by January 2021, and a second public involvement meeting will follow in February 2021, at which time we will present the recommended alternative for the Broadway Intersection and discuss possible real estate needs for the project. Real estate acquisitions for the project, mostly temporary easements, or narrow strips of R/W, will be completed by the end of 2022. There will be a third public information meeting held in late 2022 that will focus more on construction impacts, detour routes, and business coordination. Final construction plans will be completed by May 2023 with construction currently scheduled for 2024. WIS 33 Baraboo Virtual PIM #1 July 2020 Wisconsin Department of Transportation 16

Thank you for taking time to view this virtual presentation. Your input is important. The “handout” posted on the website for this virtual presentation includes a comment form. If you have comments, questions, or concerns about this project please fill out that form. Also, you can directly email or call one of the people shown on this slide to provide your input or comments. Thank you for your time and have a great day. WIS 33 Baraboo Virtual PIM #1 July 2020 Wisconsin Department of Transportation 17