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Biking
Road closures and detours starting the week of May 16
Upcoming construction projects will cause lane closures on Charter Street, Walnut Street, and University Avenue/University Bay Drive. The closures impact vehicles, bicycles, buses, and pedestrians traveling to and from campus.
New BCycle stations installed across UW–Madison campus
Eight new BCycle stations are being added to locations on the UW–Madison campus. Find a bike kiosk near you, and learn more about membership discounts for UW students and employees.
League of American Bicyclists courses to be hosted in May and June
UW Transportation Services will host the League of American Bicyclists courses Smart Cycling: Traffic Skills 101 (May 21) and League Cycling Instructor Seminar (June 10-12). These events will take place at the WARF building, 610 Walnut St., Room 132.
Construction impacts affect traffic and pedestrian routes near Charter St. and Lathrop Dr.
Expect motor vehicle, transit, and cycling detours as Charter Street near Chamberlain Hall will close through late January. A section of western Lathrop Street closes December 20, meaning no thru traffic on the road.
UW-Madison earns Best Universities for Commuters designation
UW-Madison has been recognized as one of the nation’s Best Universities for Commuters. The designation is given by Best Workplaces for Commuters, a program operated by the Center for Urban Transportation Research.
Construction impacts affect traffic and pedestrian routes on University Avenue
Starting November 15, construction will impact traffic lanes and pedestrian-bicycle routes on University Avenue between Mills and Charter Streets. Work is expected to last until March 2022.
Construction impacts affect pedestrian and traffic routes near Sellery Hall and East Campus Mall
Construction work on Sellery Hall and a steam utility project south of Johnson Street will impact traffic lanes and heavily utilized pedestrian-bicyclist routes—including East Campus Mall—during the 2021-22 fall semester.
Road closures and detours – Summer 2021
Summer round-up of construction information affecting campus transportation routes. This article will be updated as information becomes available.
Survey launched on campus parking and transportation during COVID-19
Receive a survey invitation to answer questions about campus parking and transportation during the pandemic? Please take it! Responses help us understand how to best meet campus needs.