Highway 29, US 51 project in Wausau extended until Nov. 25

WAUSAU, Wis. (WSAW) - A road project on Highway 29 and US 51 from Foxglove Road to Bridge Street is now expected to be completed Nov. 25, with all lanes anticipated to open by noon that day.

The project was originally scheduled to run from April 9 through Nov. 13.

Project manager Zach Gruling said crews will continue installing pavement markings during nighttime lane closures. Rumble strips are scheduled to be installed during nighttime lane closures from Nov. 16 through Nov. 20.

Final cleanup and restoration will continue with various daytime lane closures.

The project addresses deteriorating concrete pavement, curbs and gutters, inlets and bridges. It also addresses curb ramps that do not meet Americans with Disabilities Act standards.

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