HomeMy WebLinkAboutBowen_Overview_InformationWhat is Happening: The City of Oshkosh is working with the Wisconsin
Department of Transportation to plan the reconstruction of a half-mile long
segment of Bowen Street between Otter Avenue and East Parkway Avenue.
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The project will include:
• Complete removal of the existing street pavement, curbs, and sidewalks.
• Reconstruction of the road and sidewalks to meet current construction standards.
• City storm sewer, watermain, and sanitary sewer systems will be replaced.
• Sidewalks and curb ramps will be replaced to better serve pedestrians and
travelers with disabilities.
• Traffic signals will be replaced at the Merritt Avenue intersection and street
lighting will be upgraded throughout the project corridor.
Why the Project is Needed: The street was constructed in 1969 and the
concrete pavement has reached the end of its useful life, with numerous areas of
cracking and settling. Bowen Street is an important route for truck, car, and non-
motorized traffic, serving schools, residences, and businesses.
What Might Be Changing: This project brings an opportunity to evaluate and
incorporate minor changes to the street. Items under consideration include adding
bicycle lanes, widening the terrace in some locations, and reconfiguring the
triangle intersection of Bowen Street, Waugoo Avenue, and Mill Street to improve
traffic safety, add neighborhood green space and to provide improved stormwater
management for the neighborhood. Nothing is decided at this time.
When Construction will Happen: Design decisions will be made over the next
year, and construction is currently scheduled for 2027. The street will be closed to
through traffic during construction with local access maintained for residents; no
changes to transit service are anticipated at this time.
What’s Happening Now: The project team is developing alternatives for
replacing the pavement on Bowen Street. Construction will take place within the
existing right-of-way (with the potential for small easements from private property
for construction grading access). We would appreciate public input and ideas as we
evaluate the options.
Opportunities to Get Involved: If you’d like more information, call the project
manager, Matthew Nett, at 920-236-5037 or email MNett@ci.oshkosh.wi.us. If
you’d like us to come to your neighborhood association meeting, school meeting,
or to another event to talk about the project, just let us know. A public involvement
meeting will be scheduled prior to project construction. If you’d like to leave a
comment about the project, just click here.
Bowen Street Reconstruction WisDOT ID 4994-01-30