BRT Construction Updates
Launching Soon!
Metro's first bus rapid transit route is currently under construction and expected to launch this Fall.
Finishing touches are being put new passenger stations, dedicated bus lanes, and infrastructure needed for the implementation of larger all-electric articulated buses into Metro's fleet.
Construction Contact Information
Bill Plumley
brtconstruction@cityofmadison.com
(608) 622-9659
Plans & Documents
- Early works project map
- Early works site plans
- Bus rapid transit site plans
- Architectural drawings
- Pavement markings
- Complete List
Construction Updates
Updated: June 2024
Crews are building the stations and other infrastructure along the line.
| Station | Summary | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Junction | New BRT and local bus terminal off street | Under construction (buses are currently stopping at Junction and Watts) |
| High Point | Center running station on the east side | Platform and shelter frame complete |
| Westfield | Center running station on the east side | Platform and shelter frame complete |
| Grand Canyon | Center running station on the east side | Platform and shelter frame complete |
| Island | Center running station on the west side | Platform and shelter frame complete |
| Rosa | Center running station on the west side | Platform and shelter frame complete |
| Whitney - Mineral Point | Center running station on the west side | Under construction, shelter frame complete |
| Regent | Center running station on the south side | Platform and shelter frame complete |
| Eau Claire | Center running station on the east side | Platform and shelter frame complete |
| Segoe | Northbound center running station, southbound side running station on Segoe | Under construction, shelter frames complete |
| Midvale | Center running station on the west side | Platform and shelter frame complete |
| Shorewood | Center running station on the east side, westbound left turns will no longer be allowed | Platform and shelter frame complete |
| University Bay | Center running station on the east side | Platform and shelter frame complete |
| Orchard | Side running stations on University and Johnson | Under construction |
| East Campus | Two side running platforms on University and one on Johnson | Platform and shelter frame complete |
| State Street | Westbound side running station at Gorham, Eastbound side running station at Johnson | Platform and shelter frames complete |
| Capitol Square | Westbound side running station on Mifflin, Eastbound side running station on Main | Under construction, shelter frame complete |
| Blair | Center running station on the west side | Platform complete, shelter frame complete |
| Paterson | Center running station on the west side, eastbound left turns will no longer be allowed | Platform and shelter frame complete |
| Baldwin | Center running station on the west side, eastbound left turns will no longer be allowed | Platform and shelter frame complete |
| First Street | Center running station on the west side | Platform and shelter frame complete |
| Fourth Street | Center running station on the east side, westbound left turns will no longer be allowed | Platform complete, shelter frame complete |
| Milwaukee - North | Westbound center running station on the west side, eastbound center running station on the east side | Under construction, shelter frames complete |
| Marquette | Center running station on the west side | Platform and shelter frame complete |
| Melvin - Rethke | Center running station on the west side, eastbound left turns will no longer be allowed | Platform and shelter frame complete |
| Wright - Fair Oaks | Center running station on the west side | Under construction, shelter frame complete |
| Anderson | Side running stations on the east side | Platform and shelter frame complete |
| Mendota | Side running stations | Eastbound platform and shelter complete. Westbound under construction, shelter frame complete |
| Thierer - Portage | Side running stations | Eastbound platform and shelter complete. Westbound under construction |
| Independence | Side running stations | Eastbound platform and shelter complete. Westbound under construction |
| East Springs | Side running stations | Eastbound platform and shelter complete. Westbound under construction, shelter frame complete |
Past Public Meetings
Watch recordings and review materials from past meetings to learn more about the construction process.
Downtown Construction Update
Mineral Point Sidewalk Widening
East Side (Blair Street to East Towne)
West Side (Junction Rd. to University Bay Dr.)
Central (University Bay Dr. to Blair St.)
Mineral Point Sidewalk Widening
