It’s how we get there
From the buses in Racine to the Port of Green Bay to the rail lines in Superior to the Waukesha County Airport to the roads we use every day, Wisconsin’s transportation network is the key to connecting goods to market and people to jobs.
Founded in 1971, the Transportation Development Association of Wisconsin promotes the vitality and safety of the state’s transportation system, including public transit systems, public-use airports, railroads, commercial ports, and roads.
TDA Annual Meeting 2024 – Presentations and Photos
Thank you to everyone who joined us at the recent TDA Annual Meeting. We appreciate your support! Below are the presentations, a message from WisDOT Secretary Boardman, and photos from the Annual Meeting and [...]
2024 Regional Transportation Roundtables Recap
This month, TDA held four roundtables in La Crosse, Eau Claire, Mosinee, and the Green Bay area. Lawmakers and candidates joined transportation stakeholders to discuss our progress and ongoing challenges as we work toward [...]
Latest Newsletter (12.3)
Newsletter (12.3) stories include: Sean Duffy tapped for US DOT Secretary; Number of new state legislators the highest in more than a decade; DOA report sets the stage for the next budget; Transportation Projects Commission [...]
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Highlighting how transportation keeps Wisconsin moving
Village of DeForest receives $1.5M TEA grant to support new Kwik Trip distribution center
Kwik Trip is building its second Wisconsin distribution center in DeForest (Dane County). When completed, the new 280,000-square-foot distribution center will service 350 Kwik Trip stores and include freezer, cooler, and dry goods space.
Federal grant helps long-planned Muskego Freight Rail Yard Bypass Project move forward
A new double-track mainline through Muskego Yard will separate freight trains from passenger traffic along Milwaukee’s Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) Railway corridor.
Unexpected closure of Waukesha County bridge highlights the need for timely investment
The Village of Oconomowoc Lake (Waukesha County) bridge that carries East Wisconsin Avenue over the Oconomowoc River was unexpectedly closed in October 2024 by the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT).
Conversations, news and legislative updates. We promote the vitality and safety of Wisconsin’s transportation system, including highways, public transit systems, public-use and general aviation airports, railroads, commercial ports, and roads.
Secretary Thompson joined the TDA On The Go Podcast as he wrapped up his time at the Wisconsin Department of Transportation. Thompson and TDA Executive Director Debby Jackson discussed his bittersweet thoughts on leaving WisDOT, the team’s accomplishments, and what still needs to be tackled. The two also talked about Wisconsin’s unique transportation community and how its uniqueness is a key to its success. Finally, Thompson explained why he is so excited about his new endeavor at the University of Madison.
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Green County is testing out a cost-effective way to reduce the use of rock salt by using a salty, byproduct from a local cheesemaker on wintery roads.
Yes, in Green County, road crews taper icy road with cheese-making byproduct
Using cheesemaking byproduct from Grande Cheese in Fond du Lac proving to be cost effective way to reduce use of rock salt on icy roads in Green Co.
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Find out how the Village of DeForest - and the entire region - benefits from a WisDOT grant that will enable Kwik Trip's second Wisconsin distribution center to operate more safely and efficiently.
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Village of DeForest receives $1.5M TEA grant to support new Kwik Trip distribution center |...
Kwik Trip is building its second Wisconsin distribution center in DeForest (Dane County). When completed, the new 28...
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A bridge to divide the gap between Dane and Sauk Counties across the WI River will soon become a reality for cyclists, hikers, snowmobilers. The long-awaited structure will replace the remains of old railroad bridge and become part of the Great Sauk Trail.
Multi-use bridge to close gap between Sauk, Dane Counties across Wisconsin River
MADISON,Wis.- A long-awaited project will soon be bridging the gap between Dane and Sauk Counties literally. Both co...
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Slow down and be extra careful when driving in snowy weather. Road conditions can change very quickly as shown in this timelapse video from WisDOT.
WATCH: Timelapse shows how quickly driving conditions can turn bad in snow
The National Weather Service reported intense snow showers moving through central Wisconsin on Wednesday.
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WI is working to expand its EV charging network. Earlier in '24 WI was awarded $23.3M through WEVI Program to support private industry construction of charging stations. In the coming weeks, the first of these new charging stations are expected to open.
Wisconsin to expand EV charging stations, Culver's as a focus
MADISON (WKOW) -- Communities across Wisconsin will start to see more electric vehicle charging stations pop up than...
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Find out what is happening with the Milwaukee Riverwalk System now that the City of Milwaukee has received a $14.7M grant for this long-stalled project. #TDASpotlight
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