Oak Leaf Trail Section to Undergo Reconstruction This Fall
The Oak Leaf Trail's crucial link connecting Juneau Park to Lincoln Memorial Drive in Milwaukee County will be rebuilt this fall due to its degraded asphalt surface. The project, funded by a tax incremental financing district, aims to improve the…
Milwaukee, WI, August 7, 2026 —
A vital segment of Milwaukee County’s Oak Leaf Trail is scheduled for reconstruction this fall. The section in question, which serves as a critical connection between Juneau Park and Lincoln Memorial Drive, has suffered from a degraded asphalt surface, necessitating the rebuilding project.
The initiative is being funded through a tax incremental financing (TIF) district. Officials state the primary objective of the reconstruction is to enhance the trail’s condition, thereby providing a safer and more accessible route for both cyclists and pedestrians who utilize this popular pathway.
The specific details regarding the contractor selected for the project and the exact start and end dates for the reconstruction were not immediately available. Further information on the project timeline and any potential detours for trail users is expected to be released as the fall construction period approaches.
Story summarized from the original created by Graham Kilmer on urbanmilwaukee.com, see more information here.
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