Friday, November 30, 2012

ConnDOT eAlert: News from the Connecticut Department of Transportation

DOT Resurfaces 217 Miles of Connecticut Roads in 2012

The Connecticut Department of Transportation (DOT) resurfaced some 217 miles of two-lane roads across the state in 2012 at a cost of $44.6 million.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=1373&Q=514844

ConnDOT eAlert: Construction News from the Connecticut Department of Transportation

REMINDER: Flower Street in Hartford to be Closed to Vehicular Traffic

Hartford-area motorists are reminded that Flower Street in Hartford will be permanently closed to motor vehicle traffic at the railroad crossing beginning Monday, December 3, 2012. The street will remain open for pedestrian and bicycle traffic, but Flower Street will no longer be a through route connecting Capitol Avenue and Farmington Avenue. Vehicular traffic will be directed to use Broad Street, Sigourney Street or Laurel Street.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=514834

Wednesday, November 28, 2012

ConnDOT eAlert: Construction News from the Connecticut Department of Transportation

Guiderail Project, Route 14 (Sterling Road) in Plainfield

This project consists of guiderail improvements on the Route 14 bridge over Moosup River in Plainfield located between Collelo Avenue and Goshen Road. This work is scheduled to occur Tuesday, December 4, 2012, to Friday, December 28, 2012.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=514700

Monday, November 26, 2012

ConnDOT eAlert: Construction News from the Connecticut Department of Transportation

Utility Project on I-95 North and Southbound in Waterford

The utility project consists of the installation of overhead transmission lines. Motorists can expect intermittent lane closures to occur on I-95 North and Southbound between Exit 81 (Waterford Parkway) and Exit 82 (Route 85) in Waterford. This project is scheduled to occur Wednesday, December 5, 2012. This project is being performed under an Encroachment Permit for CL&P and will require use of a helicopter to install the overhead transmission lines.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=514542

Wednesday, November 21, 2012

ConnDOT eAlert: Construction News from the Connecticut Department of Transportation

Project Scheduled to Start for Repairs to Storm Damaged Bridge Carrying Route 62 (New Haven Avenue) over the Oyster River at the Milford and West Haven Town Line

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is announcing that repairs to Bridge No. 05751 that carries Route 162 (New Haven Avenue) over the Oyster River at the Milford and West Haven town linehave started.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=514434

ConnDOT eAlert: Construction News from the Connecticut Department of Transportation

Emergency Weekend Water Main Repairs in Waterbury

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is announcing that an emergency water main repair project will be performed on Thomaston Avenue (SR 847) between Homer Street and the Naugatuck Railroad Bridge in Waterbury between Saturday and Monday, November 24-26, 2012.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=514432

ConnDOT eAlert: Construction News from the Connecticut Department of Transportation

Flower Street in Hartford to be Closed to Vehicular Traffic Beginning Monday, December 3, 2012

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is announcing that Flower Street in Hartford will be permanently closed to motor vehicle traffic at the railroad crossing beginning December 3, 2012. The street will remain open for pedestrian and bicycle traffic, but Flower Street will no longer be a through route connecting Capitol Avenue and Farmington Avenue. Vehicular traffic will be directed to use Broad Street, Sigourney Street or Laurel Street.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=514430

Monday, November 19, 2012

ConnDOT eAlert: Construction News from the Connecticut Department of Transportation

Roadwork Restricted For Upcoming Thanksgiving Holiday

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is announcing that there will be no maintenance or construction activities on major highways for the Thanksgiving Holiday from 6 AM Wednesday November 21 to 6 AM Monday November 26, 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=514204

ConnDOT eAlert: Construction News from the Connecticut Department of Transportation

Lake Avenue On Ramp (Exit 4) To Interstate 84 Westbound in Danbury Closed During Overnight Hours November 26-28, 2012

The Department of Transportation is announcing that the on ramp to I-84 westbound from Lake Avenue (Exit 4) in Danbury will be closed nightly between the hours of 7 p.m. and 6 a.m. Monday November 26 through Thursday November 28, 2012, to replace the existing overhead sign structure.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=514192

Friday, November 16, 2012

ConnDOT eAlert: Construction News from the Connecticut Department of Transportation

Night-time Resurfacing Project along I-95 Southbound in New Haven

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is announcing that a milling and resurfacing operation will be performed on I-95 Southbound in New Haven, overnight beginning Sunday at 7 pm and continuing through Monday at 6 a.m., November 18 & 19, 2012.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=514124

ConnDOT eAlert: Construction News from the Connecticut Department of Transportation

Lane Closures for Bridge Inspections November 19 & 20, 2012

Lane closures for bridge safety inspections and evaluations will be required around Connecticut on Monday and Tuesday, November 19 & 20, 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=514102

Thursday, November 15, 2012

ConnDOT eAlert: Construction News from the Connecticut Department of Transportation

Nighttime Closure and Detour of the Trumbull Street On-Ramp to I-91 North and South and the State Street On-Ramp to I-91 North in New Haven is scheduled to occur Monday, November 19, and Tuesday, November 20, 2012

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is announcing that a nighttime closure and detour of the Trumbull Street On-Ramp to I-91 North and South and the State Street On-Ramp to I-91 North in New Haven is scheduled to occur Monday, November 19, and Tuesday, November 20, between the hours of 10 PM and 5 AM. Closure and detour of the ramp is necessary to facilitate roadway improvements.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=514054

ConnDOT eAlert: Construction News from the Connecticut Department of Transportation

Nighttime Closure and Detour of the Long Wharf Drive On-Ramp to I-95 North in New Haven is scheduled to occur Monday, November 19, and Tuesday, November 20, 2012

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is announcing that a nighttime closure and detour of the Long Wharf Drive On-Ramp to I-95 North in New Haven is scheduled to occur Monday, November 19, and Tuesday, November 20, between the hours of 11 PM and 5 AM. Closure and detour of the ramp is necessary to facilitate roadway improvements.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=514052

Wednesday, November 14, 2012

ConnDOT eAlert: Construction News from the Connecticut Department of Transportation

Traffic Stoppages Scheduled on I-95 North in New Haven for the Replacement of an Overhead Sign Support on Tuesday, November 20, and Wednesday, November 21, 2012

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is announcing that nighttime traffic stoppages will occur for 20 minute intervals on I-95 North, between the Long Wharf Drive on-ramp (Exit 46) and the I-91 North off-ramp (Exit 48), in New Haven. The closures will occur between the hours of 12 AM and 5 AM Tuesday, November 20, and Wednesday, November 21. The traffic stoppages are necessary to facilitate the installation of an overhead sign support.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=513986

ConnDOT eAlert: Construction News from the Connecticut Department of Transportation

I-95 Lane Closures Scheduled For Drainage Repairs to Culvert Over Gatchen Creek in the Town of Westbrook Starting Thursday, November 15, 2012

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is announcing that lane closures are scheduled on I-95 in both directions between Exits 63 and 65 in Westbrook from 7 pm. to 6 a.m. beginning Thursday, November 15, 2012.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=513976

ConnDOT eAlert: Construction News from the Connecticut Department of Transportation

Public Information Meeting for the Replacement of Bridge No. 01358, Route 139 over Branford River, and Replacement of Bridge No. 04848, School Ground Road over Branford River, in the Town of Branford

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is conducting a public information meeting regarding the replacement of Bridge No. 01358, Route 139 over Branford River, and Replacement of Bridge No. 04848, School Ground Road over Branford River, in the Town of Branford. The meeting will begin at 7:00 PM on Wednesday, December 5, 2012, at the Fire Headquarters Meeting Room, 45 North Main Street, Branford, CT, 06405. All persons interested in this project are welcome to attend this meeting and discuss the project with Department personnel.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=513972

Tuesday, November 13, 2012

ConnDOT eAlert: Construction News from the Connecticut Department of Transportation

Bridge Maintenance on I-91 Northbound in North Haven

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is announcing that a night-time bridge maintenance project will be performed on I-91 Northbound in North Haven from the evening of Wednesday, November 14, through the morning of Saturday, November 17, 2012.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=513948

ConnDOT eAlert: Construction News from the Connecticut Department of Transportation

Bridge Maintenance along I-95 North and Southbound in Greenwich

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is announcing that a night-time bridge maintenance project will be performed on I-95 North and Southbound in Greenwich beginning Tuesday, November 13, and continuing through the morning of Saturday, November 17, 2012.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=513946

ConnDOT eAlert: Construction News from the Connecticut Department of Transportation

Bridge Maintenance along I-95 North and Southbound in Norwalk

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is announcing that a bridge maintenance project will be performed on I-95 North and Southbound in Norwalk beginning the night of Tuesday, November 13, 2012.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=513944

Monday, November 12, 2012

ConnDOT eAlert: News from the Connecticut Department of Transportation

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is Announcing that Train Service will Resume on the New Canaan Branch on Tuesday, November 13, 2012. Regular Weekday Train Schedule will be Operated.

Metro-North forces have been working both day and night to repair overhead catenary wires, the railroad signal system and to complete extensive track clearing following the damage caused by storm Sandy. The New Canaan Branch will be fully operational for Tuesday morning's commute.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=1373&Q=513876

Friday, November 9, 2012

ConnDOT eAlert: Construction News from the Connecticut Department of Transportation

Traffic Stoppages on I-95 South in New Haven for Steel Erection Scheduled for Thursday, November 15, 2012, through Friday, January 18, 2013

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is announcing that nighttime lane closures and stopping of traffic for 10 minute intervals will occur on I-95 South, between the Woodward Avenue on-ramp (Exit 50) and the I-91 North ramp (Exit 48) in New Haven. The closures will occur between the hours of 12 AM and 5 AM, Sunday through Thursday, November 15, 2012, through Friday, January 18, 2013, weather permitting. The lane closures and stopping of traffic is required for steel erection.Stoppages will not occur on holidays or restricted days.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=513866

ConnDOT eAlert: Construction News from the Connecticut Department of Transportation

Bridge Rehabilitation Project for Interstate 84 Eastbound and Westbound over Center Street in Newtown

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is announcing that a project to rehabilitate Bridge Nos. 04255 and 04256 that carry Interstate 84 over Center Street in Newtown has been awarded and will begin construction the week of November 12, 2012.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=513862

ConnDOT eAlert: Construction News from the Connecticut Department of Transportation

Nighttime Closure and Detour of the Route 34 East Ramp to I-91 North in New Haven will occur Monday, November 12, and Tuesday, November 13, 2012

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is announcing that nighttime closures of the Route 34 East ramps to I-91 North in New Haven are scheduled to occur, Monday, November 12, and Tuesday, November 13, 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=513858

ConnDOT eAlert: Construction News from the Connecticut Department of Transportation

Extended Lane Closures for the Baldwin Bridge on Interstate 95 Southbound between exits 69 and 70 in the towns of Old Saybrook and Old Lyme for Saturday November 10, 2012

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is announcing that I-95 southbound between exits 69 and 70 in the towns of Old Saybrook and Old Lyme will be reduced to a single lane of travel from 10 pm Saturday, November 10, 2012, to 6 am Sunday November 11, 2012.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=513854

ConnDOT eAlert: Construction News from the Connecticut Department of Transportation

Lane Closures for Bridge Inspections Beginning Saturday, November 10, 2012

Lane closures for bridge safety inspections and evaluations will be required around Connecticut beginning Saturday, November 10, 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=513844

Tuesday, November 6, 2012

ConnDOT eAlert: Construction News from the Connecticut Department of Transportation

Micro Milling & Epoxy Markings Project on I-691 Eastbound, Exit 11 Ramp

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is announcing that a micro milling and epoxy markings project will be performed on I-691 (eastbound) on Exit 11 in Meriden. This project is scheduled to begin on Tuesday, November 6, 2012, and continue through Wednesday November 7, 2012. The exit ramp will be closed while the work is taking place and a posted detour will be in effect.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=513666

Friday, November 2, 2012

ConnDOT eAlert: Construction News from the Connecticut Department of Transportation

Extended Lane Closures for the Baldwin Bridge on Interstate 95 Southbound between exits 69 and 70 in Old Saybrook and Old Lyme for Saturday November 3, 2012

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is announcing that I-95 southbound between exits 69 and 70 in the towns of Old Saybrook and Old Lyme will be reduced to a single lane of travel from 4 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, November 3, 2012.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=513454

Thursday, November 1, 2012

ConnDOT eAlert: News from the Connecticut Department of Transportation

Governor Malloy: Service on Main New Haven Rail Line Resumes Friday Morning

As the result of night-and-day repairs and coordinated equipment logistics by a dedicated workforce in the wake of the devastation left by Hurricane Sandy, Governor Dannel P. Malloy today announced that regular weekday service will return Friday morning to the main line of the New Haven rail commuter line. In addition, the Governor said that train fares will be waived on Friday. The New Haven Line is operated by Metro-North under contract to the Connecticut Department of Transportation, and is the busiest rail line in America, serving some 125,000 daily commuters.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=1373&Q=513436