Little Black Bridge Construction Starts August 3rd  Tue, July 28, 2026

 

ROAD CLOSURE - STH 13 - August 3, 2026 - Early October 2026
 

The Little Black River Bridge on STH 13 south of Medford will be completely closed to traffic, and there will be NO access through the project area, beginning Monday, August 3rd.   The estimated duration of the closure is 40 working days with the bridge expected to reopen in early October. 

 

Gov. Tony Evers approved the $893,000 contract to rehabilitate the WIS 13 bridge over the Little Black River south of Medford.

 

The project, awarded to Janke General Contractors, Inc. of Athens. 

The bridge was built in 1968 and is in need of maintenance.

 

The Wisconsin DOT project will include:

Replacing the bridge deck

Making repairs to concrete bridge girders, bridge abutments, and the center pier

Adding concrete approach slabs

Completing approach work

Upgrading guardrail

Completing shoulder work

Adding pavement markings

 

During construction, Hwy 13 will be closed in this area. Traffic will be detoured via Hwy 29, Hwy 97, and Hwy 64. Access to properties in the work zone will be maintained.

Motorists should plan ahead and follow the posted detour route.