We are honored to receive a second award for the CTH D Buffalo Lake Causeway Reconstruction Project in Marquette County. The project was named the 2026 APWA Wisconsin Project of the Year in the Transportation category for projects under $5 million. To overcome extremely poor soils, the team incorporated approximately 24,500 cubic yards of wood chips, or about 1,500 truckloads, as lightweight fill to stabilize the causeway. This innovative solution made it possible to construct a durable, long-lasting roadway where conventional materials would have failed, while also delivering a cost-effective and sustainable foundation. Read more about the project here.

KL Engineering was recognized with the 2026 WisDOT Excellence in Highway Design Award for Best Urban Project in the Consultant / Municipality category for the USH 14 (North Main Street) Reconstruction project. The team transformed USH 14 through downtown Westby from a deteriorating, high-traffic highway into a safer, more connected urban corridor that better serves vehicles, freight, and pedestrians. Through innovative design, stakeholder collaboration, and strategic construction staging, the project improved intersection operations, enhanced pedestrian accessibility, and maintained vital access to downtown businesses. Read more about the this project by clicking this link.

We are honored to announce that KL received a 2025 Excellence in Construction Award in the Small Structure category. The Pepin–Hager City STH 35 Retaining Wall Project in Pierce County was selected for this honor due to exceptional workmanship, strong quality control, and environmental protection measures implemented throughout the project. The final product resulted in a durable, visually consistent wall that exceeded WisDOT standards and merited recognition. Read more about the this project by clicking this link.

Our first Minnesota office opened in August in Forest Lake, northeast of the Twin Cities — marking a meaningful step in our continued growth. In Wisconsin, we relocated our Germantown office to a new space in Pewaukee, which opened in November.

These new locations reflect more than just expansion. They represent our commitment to delivering [A] Better Experience — one rooted in collaboration, integrity, and service. We look forward to the opportunities these offices create to better serve our clients and support our growing team.

KL Engineering received a 2026 ACEC Engineering Excellence Award on behalf of the CTH D Buffalo Lake Causeway Reconstruction Project in Marquette County. This unique project was recognized as Best of State in the Transportation category, highlighting the creativity, technical excellence, and impact behind the work. The project replaced a flood-prone, unreliable roadway with a resilient, elevated corridor that restores year-round access for the Marquette County community. By pioneering the use of wood chips as lightweight fill in Wisconsin, the project delivered a cost-effective, sustainable solution to extreme soil conditions while enhancing safety, recreation, and long-term performance. Read more about the project here.