Oakland Avenue Reconstruction

In 2026, the Village of Shorewood will reconstruct Oakland Avenue between Capitol Drive and Glendale Avenue. Construction is scheduled to begin in February and be completed in December 2026.

Project Overview

The project will remove and reconstruct the roadway and driveway approaches to include the following improvements:

Roadway

  • Construct curb extensions (bump outs) throughout the project limits to enhance pedestrian safety (See map for locations)
  • Install Rectangular Rapid Flash Beacons (RRFBs) at Elmdale Court and Glendale Avenue to enhance pedestrian safety
  • Replace and modify the existing RRFBs at Jarvis Street (See map for location)
  • Remove the southbound right turn lane at Metro Market
  • Upgrade all traffic signals and street lighting
  • Construct additional bus shelters at the Kenmore Place bus stops

Utilities

  • Short-term water shut-offs are necessary while crews replace water mains and service lines. Some night work is scheduled to accommodate businesses with daytime water needs
  • Install new fire hydrants and additional water valves
  • Replace storm sewers and catch basins and adjust manholes along the corridor

Construction Impacts

  • During construction, one lane of traffic will be maintained whenever possible. The contractor may schedule long-term closures of one direction of traffic. Traffic patterns will be posted on the website weekly
  • During water main and underground utility replacement work, parking on Oakland Avenue will be maintained except in work zones
  • Parking on Oakland Avenue will be prohibited during roadway reconstruction
  • Crews are scheduled to saw-cut expansion cracks in the evening and overnight hours during paving operations. Noise is associated with this work
  • Short-term sidewalk closures are scheduled. ADA compliant detours will be posted
  • Periodic temporary water service interruptions
  • The village and project team will work with Milwaukee County Transit System to reroute bus service as needed

Businesses and residents should be aware that noise and dust will be associated with this work. Steps are taken to minimize these effects.

Businesses along Oakland Avenue will remain OPEN FOR BUSINESS. For available parking in the area, a parking access map will be posted on this website once construction begins. To explore local shops, restaurants and services, please visit the Shorewood Business Improvement District.

Map of the Village of Shorewood’s Construction Project Limits on Oakland Avenue

Stay Informed

Regular traffic and parking impacts will be posted on this website during construction. Sign up to receive email updates and weekly forecasts about the Oakland Avenue reconstruction project.

You’re Invited!

Attend the Oakland Avenue Reconstruction Public Involvement Meeting:

January 22, 2026 from 6 to 8 p.m.

Shorewood Village Center
3920 Murray Avenue
Shorewood, WI

(Short presentation begins at 6:30 p.m.)