Thousands of visitors are expected between August 24 and 28 for UW Housing move-in and Thursday evening Badger football.
In addition, several roadways are restricted due to construction work.
These conditions will make it more challenging than usual to drive through campus.
For some, biking, busing or other alternative travel modes may be preferable to driving. Learn about free and low-cost commuter resources available to employees, students and visitors.
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- UW Housing move-in (August 24–27)
- Thursday evening Badger football vs. Miami Ohio (August 28)
- Construction (multiple dates)
- Metro Transit bus detours
Residence hall move-in
Roadway closures and parking restrictions will cause travel delays in the campus area during move-in week, Sunday, August 24 through Wednesday, August 27.
Roadway closures and restrictions
Some campus roadways will be one-way only and restricted to move-in traffic.
Refer to this move-in map by UW Housing. Text descriptions of affected lanes:
East campus
- Park Street will be one-way northbound only from University Avenue to Langdon Street.
- Lake Street will be one-way northbound only from Dayton Street to Johnson Street.
- Dayton Street will be one-way westbound only from Frances Street to Park Street.
- The intercity bus stop will temporarily move to Johnson Street in front of Witte Hall.
West campus
- Observatory Drive will be one-way westbound only from Charter Street to Babcock Drive.
- Elm Drive north of Observatory Drive will be one-way northbound only.
Parking impacts
Parking lots near residence halls and closed traffic lanes will be used as unloading zones. Transportation Services will send email notifications and relocation instructions to UW permit holders in affected lots.
Also refer to the UW Housing move-in map for more information about parking impacts and loading/unloading zone locations.
Thursday evening football
On August 28, the Badgers will host Miami Ohio at the first home game of the season. Kick-off is at 8 p.m., but lots designated for event parking will close at 5 p.m.
80,000 fans are expected in Madison and on campus for the game.
Affected permit holders will receive email notifications with relocation instructions.
Travel impacts due to fall construction projects
Multiple construction zones will affect campus travel for pedestrians, cyclists and motorists heading into the fall semester. Here are the highlights:
Central Campus
N. Randall Avenue closed in both directions between W. Johnson Street & W. Dayton Street.
- Engineering Drive will only be accessible from the north, via University Avenue or W. Johnson Street. Vehicles heading in from the south may detour along W. Dayton Street and N. Charter Street to reach University Avenue.
Construction around Engineering Drive continues to affect all travel modes.
- Pedestrians, cyclists and motorists should use ample caution when traveling on or around Engineering Drive.
- Pedestrians should use designated sidewalks and crossings, and not walk in roadways or cross in the middle of the street.
- Motorists should proceed with caution and watch for pedestrians.
For regular project updates related to the construction of the Philip A. Levy Engineering Center, visit the College of Engineering project page.
East Campus
Right turns onto N. Park Street from W. Johnson may be challenging for motorists and cyclists. The far-right lane of W. Johnson Street is closed. The bicycle lane on N. Park Street is also closed from W. Johnson Street to W. Dayton Street.
- Cyclists turning right onto or traveling southbound on N. Park Street should use caution and merge into the traffic lane. Alternatively, people on bicycles can avoid this area by using Brooks Street, East Campus Mall or N. Lake Street.
- Motorists should drive with caution and watch for cyclists and pedestrians.
- People on foot should use protected walkways and follow any detour signage on site.
Metro Transit and campus bus detours
Check mymetrobus.com for current and upcoming detours due to scheduled events.
Questions?
If you need assistance or have questions, contact Transportation Services customer service at customerservice@fpm.wisc.edu, or (608) 263-6667.