'It's an endurance thing': Neighbors adapt to changing road closures at Port Washington data center

Residents of Port Washington, Wisconsin, are expressing significant frustration over persistent and unpredictable road closures stemming from the ongoing construction of a new data center complex. The City of Port Washington recently publicized updated road closures, including Lake Drive, and future plans for County Highway LL resurfacing, exacerbating months of traffic disruptions. Local resident Mary Deheck articulated the common sentiment, noting the constant changes to detour directions and uncertainty regarding barricades, describing the situation as "an endurance thing." The continuous traffic shifts and safety concerns, particularly regarding dump trucks, previously led to an intervention by the sheriff's office. In response to resident complaints, the 24-hour construction schedule is set to conclude, indicating some impact from community feedback.