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Lane Closures for Bridge Inspections Beginning April 28, 2012

Lane closures for bridge safety inspections and evaluations will be required around Connecticut beginning April 28, 2012. View the complete list and plan ahead.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=503208

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Nighttime Traffic Impacts on Interstate 95 and Route 25 & 8 Interchange in Bridgeport and Fairfield Are Scheduled to Occur Friday, May 4 and Saturday May 5, 2012

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is announcing that several nighttime traffic stops will occur along Interstate 95 north and south and at the Route 25/8 interchange in Bridgeport and Fairfield on Friday, May 4 and Saturday May 5, 2012 between 12 midnight and 6 a.m.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=503194

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Milling and Resurfacing Project on Route 171 (Somers Turnpike) in Woodstock, Thompson, and Putnam

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is announcing that milling and resurfacing will be performed on Route 171 between the north junction of Route 169 in Woodstock and Route 44 (School Street) in Putnam. This project is expected to occur Tuesday, May 8, 2012 to Friday, June 1, 2012.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=503178

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Milling and Resurfacing Project on Route 101 in Pomfret and Killingly

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is announcing that milling and resurfacing will be performed on Route 101 between just west of Mill Road in Pomfret and west of Williamsville Road in Killingly. This project is expected to occur Thursday, May 3, 2012 to Thursday, May 17, 2012.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=503176

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Utility Work on I-84 (East and Westbound), I-291, and Various Associated Ramps in Manchester

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is announcing that utility work involving the installation of overhead electrical cables will require brief road closures on I-84 (between Exit 61 and 62), I-291 and various associated ramps in Manchester. This work is expected to occur Monday, April 30, 2012.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=503160

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Milling and Resurfacing project in Mansfield, Willington, and Ashford on Route 44

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is announcing that a milling and resurfacing project will be performed on Route 44 between Route 195 (Storrs Road) in Mansfield and Route 74 (Nott Highway) in Ashford.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=503128

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Rehabilitation of Salt Shed Roofs in Franklin, Colchester, East Hampton and Occum

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is announcing that construction work will begin on May 14, 2012 for the rehabilitation of salt shed roofs in the towns of Franklin, Colchester, East Hampton and the Occum section of Norwich.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=503112

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Bridge Rehabilitation Project on Route 74 over Interstate 84 in Tolland

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is announcing that construction activity has started for the rehabilitation of the bridge that carries Route 74 over I-84 in the town of Tolland.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=503106

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Routine Inspection of West Rock Tunnel / Heroes' Tunnel (Route 15 North and South) Beginning April 25, 2012

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is announcing that routine inspection work on the West Rock Tunnel / Heroes' Tunnel (Route 15 North and Southbound between Exits 59 and 60 in New Haven / Hamden) will be performed at night beginning Wednesday, April 25, 2012 through Thursday, April 26, 2012.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=503098

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Highway Illumination Repairs in Hartford on I-84 East and Westbound

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is announcing that highway illumination repairs will be performed on I-84 in Hartford, Eastbound between Exit 46 (Sisson Avenue) and Exit 53 (Route 44), and Westbound between Exit 54 (Route 2) and Exit 45 (Flatbush Avenue). This project is expected to occur on Saturday, April 28, 2012.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=503088

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Milling and Resurfacing Project on Cow Hill Road (SR 614) in Groton

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is announcing that milling and resurfacing will be performed on Cow Hill Road (SR 614) in Groton between the I-95 overpass and Route 184. This project is expected to occur Monday, April 30, 2012 to Wednesday, May 9, 2012.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=503080

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Public Workshop Concerning the Merritt Parkway Multi-use Trail Feasibility Study to be Held on Tuesday, May 1, 2012, in Westport

The Connecticut Department of Transportation (Department) will conduct a Public Workshop concerning the Merritt Parkway Multi-use Trail feasibility study on Tuesday, May 1, 2012, at the Westport Police Department, Police Headquarters Classroom, 50 Jesup Road, Westport, Connecticut. The workshop will begin at 6:30 p.m.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=1373&Q=503078

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The Connecticut Department of Transportation Developing Plans to Replace/Install Traffic Control Signals in Eastern Connecticut

The Connecticut Department of Transportation Developing Plans to Replace/Install Traffic Control Signals in Eastern Connecticut at the following locations:

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=503020

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Flatbush Avenue Between New Park Avenue & Goodsell Street in Hartford to be Closed to Traffic Beginning Monday, April 30, 2012

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is announcing that beginning Monday, April 30, 2012, a section of Flatbush Avenue between New Park Avenue and Goodsell Street will be closed for approximately two weeks for utility relocation work.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=502934

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Two New Parking Levels Added to Harbor Yard Garage

Bridgeport Mayor Bill Finch and Connecticut Department of Transportation Commissioner James Redeker today announced two new levels have opened for public parking at the Harbor Yard Garage (HYG) in Bridgeport. The new parking levels will add 500 parking spaces, to bring the total to 1,400 in the HYG.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=1373&Q=502896

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Lane Closures for Bridge Inspections Week of April 23, 2012

Lane closures for bridge safety inspections and evaluations will be required around Connecticut during the week of April 23, 2012. View the complete list and plan ahead.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=502866

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Quiet Car Pilot Program Debuts on Select Shore Line East Trains April 23, 2012

The Connecticut Department of Transportation today announced that, beginning April 23, 2012, quiet cars will debut on select Shore Line East trains. Launched as a pilot program, two morning and one evening weekday peak-hour Shore Line East trains, will feature quiet cars.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=1373&Q=502840

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Surplus State-Owned Railroad Materials to be Re-Used Across Connecticut

The Connecticut Department of Transportation today announced that several state-owned freight rail lines will benefit from track material generated from the West Haven train station project. These freight rail lines are operated and maintained by private companies.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=1373&Q=502838

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Alternating One Way Traffic to Begin Wednesday, April 25, 2012, for Bridge Rehabilitation Project on Route 6 over Steele Brook in Watertown

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is announcing that alternating one way traffic using temporary signalization will be in effect beginning Wednesday, April 25, 2012, for bridge work on U.S. 6 over Steele Brook in Watertown.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=502732

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Triangle Street over the Metro North Railroad in the Town of Norwalk to be Closed to Traffic Beginning Monday April 23, 2012

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is announcing that Bridge No. 03851 that carries Triangle Street over the Metro North Railroad between Corporate Driveway at Norden Place and Howard Avenue in the town of Norwalk will be closed to traffic April 23, through November 8, 2012.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=502644

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Milling and Resurfacing Project on Route 149 (Main Street) in East Haddam

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is announcing that milling and resurfacing will be performed on Route 149 (Main Street) in East Haddam between Route 82 (Norwich Road) and Landing Hill Road. This project is expected to occur Monday, April 23, 2012 and Wednesday, April 25, 2012.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=502532

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Lane Closures for Bridge Inspections Week of April 16, 2012

Lane closures for bridge safety inspections and evaluations will be required around Connecticut during the week of April 16, 2012. View the complete list and plan ahead.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=502438

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Schedule Changes on Shore Line East Effective Monday, April 23, 2012

The Connecticut Department of Transportation (DOT) today announced a Shore Line East (SLE) schedule change which will begin on Monday, April 23, 2012.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=1373&Q=502420

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Passengers Encouraged to Follow Bradley International Airport on Twitter

Bradley International Airport (BDL) has joined Twitter and is encouraging travelers to sign up for automatic, informative tweets on weather delays, travel tips and events at New England's second-largest airport.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=1373&Q=502390

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Tree Removal along Merritt Parkway in Fairfield through June 1

The ongoing hazardous tree removal occurring in Fairfield on the Merritt Parkway (Route 15) is expected to continue to Friday, June 1, 2012.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=502276

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Lighting Repairs along I-84 (East and Westbound) in Southington

Highway lighting repairs will be performed on I-84 (East and Westbound) in Southington between Exit 28 (Route 322) and Exit 32 (Route 10) on Saturday, April 14, 2012.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=502272

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Tree Maintenance in Middletown at Route 17 Entrance Ramp to Route 9 Northbound

A tree maintenance operation will be performed on the Route 17 Entrance Ramp to Route 9 Northbound in Middletown on Saturday, April 14, 2012.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=502268

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Water Main Installation along Route 1 in Westbrook

A water main installation project will be performed on Route 1 between Route 153 and just north of Kirtland Street in Westbrook beginning Wednesday, April 11, 2012.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=502264

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Nighttime Closure and Detour of I-91 SB Ramp to Route 34 WB in New Haven Set for Friday, April 20, 2012

A nighttime closure and detour of the I-91 SB ramp to Route 34 WB in New Haven is scheduled to occur Friday, April 20, 2012 between the hours of 11 PM and 5 AM.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=502262

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Public Information Meeting Concerning Replacement of Bridge No. 01665 and Intersection Realignment of Route 100 (Main Street) at U.S. Route 1 (Saltonstall Parkway) in the Town of East Haven

The Connecticut Department of Transportation will conduct a Public Informational Meeting concerning the proposed replacement of Bridge No. 01665 and Intersection Realignment of Route 100 (Main Street) at U.S. Route 1 (Saltonstall Parkway) in the Town of East Haven on Wednesday, April 25, 2012 at the Senior Center, 91 Taylor Avenue, East Haven, Connecticut. Department personnel will be available at 6:30 p.m. to answer questions prior to a formal design presentation at 7:00 p.m.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=502186

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Connecticut to Receive New Fuel Cell Bus under USDOT Grant

CTTransit, the statewide bus system administered by the Connecticut Department of Transportation (DOT), will be getting a new, next generation hydrogen fuel cell bus, to add to the Hartford-area fleet, under a $3.3 million grant just announced by the U.S. Department of Transportation and the Federal Transit Administration.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=1373&Q=502178

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Traffic Control Signal Installations/Revisions at Various Locations in the Greater Hartford Area

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is developing plans to install/revise traffic control signals at the following locations:

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=502166

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Notice of Public Information Meeting Concerning a New Pedestrian Bridge at the Stamford Transportation Center

The Connecticut Department of Transportation (Department) will conduct a Public Informational Meeting concerning a new pedestrian bridge at the Stamford Transportation Center on Wednesday, May 2, 2012, at 7:00 p.m. at the Stamford Government Center, 888 Washington Boulevard in Stamford. A presentation on the project will begin at 7:00 p.m. followed by an open forum for discussions with DOT officials.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=502142

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Route 1 and Lee Avenue Gas Main Installation in New London

A gas main installation project will be performed on Route 1 in New London between the Waterford/New London Town Line and Route 213 (Ocean Avenue); and on Lee Avenue (SR 643) between Route 1 and Route 213 beginning Monday, April 9, 2012.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=502144

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Water Main Installation along Route 12 and Route 200 in Thompson

The State Department of Transportation is announcing that a water main installation project will be performed on Route 12 (Riverside Drive) and on Route 200 (Thompson Hill Road) in Thompson beginning Monday, April 9, 2012.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=502140

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Route 2A, Gas Main Installation in Preston

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is announcing that a gas main installation project will be performed on Route 2A in Preston between Halls Brook Bridge and Route 117. This project is scheduled to occur Monday, April 9, 2012 through Friday, May 18, 2012.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=502138

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Route 12 and Route 200, Water Main Installation in Thompson

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is announcing that a water main installation project will be performed on Route 12 (Riverside Drive) in Thompson between the French River Bridge and Route 200 (Thompson Hill Road); and on Route 200 between Route 12 and Buckley Hill Road. This project is scheduled to occur Monday, April 9, 2012 through Friday, May 18, 2012.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=502136

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Route 1, Water Main Installation in Groton

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is announcing that a water main installation project will be performed on Route 1 between Noank-Ledyard Road and Judson Avenue in Groton. This project is scheduled to occur Monday, April 9, 2012 through Friday, May 18, 2012.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=502134

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Maintenance on I-91 (Northbound) in Wallingford Starting Monday April 9

The State Department of Transportation is announcing that road maintenance will occur on I-91 Northbound in Wallingford between Exit 13 and the Meriden Town Line beginning Monday, April 9, 2012.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=502130

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Additional Closure of the Route 34 EB ramp to I-91 NB in New Haven, Monday, April 9

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is announcing that an additional nighttime closure and detour of the Route 34 eastbound ramp to I-91 northbound in New Haven is scheduled for Monday, April 9, 2012, in addition to the already scheduled nighttime closures for Tuesday, April 10th, and Wednesday, April 11th, between the hours of 10 PM and 5 AM.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=502122

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Final Stage of Construction Begins On Arrigoni Bridge (Route 66 over the Connecticut River in Portland and Middletown)

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is announcing that motorists can expect a change in the traffic pattern on the Arrigoni Bridge in Portland and Middletown on Wednesday night, April 11, 2012, weather permitting, as the final stage of construction begins.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=502056

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Lane Closures for Bridge Inspections Week of April 9, 2012

Lane closures for bridge safety inspections and evaluations will be required around Connecticut during the week of April 9, 2012. View the complete list and plan ahead.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=502086

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Road Work on Central Street in Bristol Begins Monday, April 9, 2012

Road work on Central Street in Bristol between Church Avenue and Broad Street is scheduled to begin Monday, April 9, 2012.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=501944

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Construction and Maintenance Activities Restricted on Major Highways For Easter Holiday

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is announcing that there will be no maintenance or construction activities on major expressways for the Easter holiday weekend from 6 a.m. Thursday, April 5to 8 p.m. Monday April 9, 2012. Only work of an emergency nature will be considered.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=501942

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Notice of Public Information Meeting Concerning Rehabilitation of Bridge 03021 (I-91 NB over Route 5, Amtrak and Ferry Street) in New Haven

The Connecticut Department of Transportation (Department) will conduct a Public Information Meeting concerning the rehabilitation of Bridge No. 03021, I-91 NB over Route 5, Amtrak and Ferry Street, on Wednesday, April 25, 2012, at 7:00 p.m. in the Ross Woodward School Cafeteria, 185 Barnes Avenue in New Haven.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=501830

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Rehabilitation of Bridge No. 00606 Carrying Route 8 Southbound over Campville Road in the Town of Litchfield

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is announcing that work is scheduled to start April 12, 2012 on Route 8 southbound at Exit 41, Campville Road in the town of Litchfield. Route 8 southbound will be reduced to one lane during construction which is scheduled to be completed in August 2013.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=501824