6-15-17 u.s. open traffic

Area law enforcement are preparing for a huge surge in traffic this week with the U.S. Open golf tournament getting underway.  Dodge County sheriff Dale Schmidt says the Erin Hills golf course is located less than a mile from the town of Ashippun/Dodge County line.  Schmidt says an estimated 20,000 to 40,000 or more fans and workers will gather daily at the event.  Through Sunday County Highway O near the event is closed to all traffic and motorists are being detoured on County Highway P to state Highway 60,  east to Hartford, then south on state Highway 83.  Schmidt encourages motorists to be patient and cautious if traveling in the area.