Observatory Drive will temporarily close in both directions near the Veterinary Medicine construction site. This closure will significantly limit options for thru vehicle traffic between the east and west sides of campus. It will also impact travel for in- and outbound traffic and cause Metro Transit detours.
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North Park Street, Walnut Street construction impacts starting week of July 11
Two new construction projects — North Park Street at Observatory Drive and Walnut Street at Observatory Drive — will impact campus travel over the next several weeks.
More campus roadway closures beginning June 6; Observatory Drive closure June 11-13
Multiple construction projects will cause additional lane closures and detours impacting pedestrians, bicycles, buses, and vehicles traveling to, from, and on the UW-Madison campus throughout the summer months.
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.
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.
Madison Marathon to restrict campus roads on November 14
The Madison Marathon is Sunday, Nov. 14 and the route travels through parts of downtown Madison and the UW-Madison campus. Expect detours and delays from approximately 7:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Ironman 2021 to cause campus area traffic detours
Expect detours and delays on campus and in the Madison area on Sunday, Sept. 12 for Ironman Wisconsin. The marathon route impacts several campus roads between 11:30 a.m. and midnight.
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.
Linden Drive and Charter Street road closures near Van Hise Hall the week of April 26
Van Hise Hall is undergoing emergency repair work, including removal of concrete paneling. A crane assisting with the work will require road closures in the Van Hise area during the week of April 26, 2021.
Road closures and detours – Fall 2020
Fall round-up of construction information affecting campus transportation routes. This article will be updated as information becomes available.