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WHEN SPEEDING KILLS, IT'S NEVER AN ACCIDENT

With the arrival of Labor Day holiday weekend, many Connecticut residents will close the summer by traveling throughout the state to barbeques, family gatherings and tourist destinations. In an effort to raise awareness and change driver behavior, the State of Connecticut Department of Transportation Highway Safety Office is launching the first phase of its anti-speeding campaign throughout rural Connecticut, where most speeding-related automobile deaths occur.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=1373&Q=552100

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Weekend Closure for Replacement of Route 17 Bridge in Middletown

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is announcing that Route 17, South Main Street, in Middletown between Route 155 (Randolph Road) and Wesleyan Hills Road will be closed to through traffic beginning 7 p.m. Friday, September 5, and will reopen by 3 pm. Monday, September 8, 2014.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=552066

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Nighttime Ramp Closures for Route 8 Southbound Ramp to I-84 Eastbound, Exit 31, in Waterbury To Continue Through Friday September 5, 2014

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is announcing the continuation of overnight closures of the Route 8 southbound ramp to I-84 East, Exit 31, in Waterbury through Friday, September 5. No ramp closures will be allowed during the Labor Day holiday weekend from Friday, August 29 through Monday September 1.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=551954

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Nighttime Ramp Closures scheduled for Exit 35 On-Ramp to Route 15 Southbound (Merritt Parkway)

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is announcing that temporary nighttime closures of the Route 15 Southbound, Exit 35 On-Ramp, is scheduled to start on or about Wednesday September 3, 2014 thru Friday September 5, 2014.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=551952

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Replacement of Retaining Wall on Route 8 and 25 Southbound in Bridgeport

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is announcing that the replacement of the retaining wall on Route 8 and 25 south bound will begin on or about September 8, 2014.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=551906

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Pavement Preservation Program On Route 8 in Trumbull, Stratford and Shelton

The purpose of this program is to enhance pavement performance by using cost-effective treatments to extend the service life of the existing pavement. A section of Route 8 in Trumbull, Stratford and Shelton has been identified as a candidate for this program. The Department is developing plans to mill and overlay the bituminous pavement on Route 8 from approximately 0.3 miles before exit 8 in Trumbull, to approximately 0.3 miles after exit 13 in the Shelton.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=551844

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Lane Closures for Bridge Inspections August 25-28, 2014

Lane closures for bridge safety inspections and evaluations will be required around Connecticut, August 25-28, 2014. 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=551822

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Closure and traffic detour on southbound US Rt.1 (East Main Street) and eastbound Ferry Blvd. in Stratford

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is announcing the closure and detour of traffic on southbound US Rt. 1(East Main Street) and eastbound Ferry Blvd. in Stratford during overnight hours for up to four (4) consecutive nights beginning on Thursday, September 4, 2014.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=551756

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Milling and Resurfacing Project, Route 32 in Franklin

The project consists of milling and resurfacing a 5.19 mile segment of Route 32 in Franklin. The milling segment of this project is scheduled to occur from Monday, August 25, 2014, through Thursday, August 28, 2014. The resurfacing segment of this project is anticipated to be performed from Friday, August 29, 2014, through Monday, September 15, 2014. No work will be performed on Monday, September 1, 2014, Labor Day.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=551752

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Milling and Resurfacing Project, SR 664 (Lake St./Snake Meadow Rd.) in Plainfield & Killingly

The project consists of milling and resurfacing a 5.70 mile segment of SR 664 (Lake St./Snake Meadow Rd.) in Plainfield & Killingly. The milling segment of this project is scheduled to occur on Friday, August 22, 2014, and Monday, August 25, 2014. The resurfacing segment of this project is anticipated to be performed from Tuesday, September 2, 2014, through Monday, September 15, 2014.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=551634

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Rehabilitation of Bridge Number 00947, Route 34 over Naugatuck River in the Town of Derby

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is announcing that work for the second stage of construction is scheduled to begin Monday, August 25, 2014 for the rehabilitation of bridge number 00947, Route 34, Main Street, over the Naugatuck River in the town of Derby. Westbound Route 34 lanes will be shifted south to the center of the bridge, while the northern portion of the bridge is being reconstructed. This lane configuration is expected to be in place until the Spring of 2015.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=551632

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Bridge Bearing Replacement Project – Gold Star Memorial Bridge Northbound (Interstate 95 NB over the Thames River in the Towns of Groton and new London)

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is announcing that construction work involving daytime lane closures will begin on August 26, 2014 on the northbound Goldstar Memorial Bridge in New London and Groton.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=551628

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Rehabilitation of Bridge #00548 over I-84, US Route 7 and Beaver Brook

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is announcing that the rehabilitation of bridge #00548 (US Route 7 southbound) over I-84 westbound, US Route 7 northbound and Beaver Brook will be begin in September 2014.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=551620

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Rehabilitation of Route 34 Bridge over Naugatuck River in Derby

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is announcing that work for the second stage of construction is scheduled to begin Monday, August 25, 2014, for the rehabilitation of Main Street (Route 34) bridge over the Naugatuck River in the town of Derby. Westbound Route 34 lanes will be shifted south, to the center of the bridge, while the northern portion of the bridge is being reconstructed. This lane configuration is expected to be in place until the Spring of 2015.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=551572

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Public Informational Meeting Concerning the Merritt Parkway Multi-Use Trail Feasibility Study

The Connecticut Department of Transportation (Department) will conduct a public informational meeting concerning the Merritt Parkway Multi-Use Trail Feasibility Study on Tuesday, September 16, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. in the Greenwich Town Hall Meeting Room, 101 Field Point Road, Greenwich, Connecticut.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=551554

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CTfastrak Bus Unveiled at State Capitol, Followed by TOD Tour

The Connecticut Department of Transportation held a CTfastrak new bus unveiling ceremony and press conference today, followed by a transit-oriented development (TOD) tour of the CTfastrak bus rapid transit system.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=1373&Q=551510

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Replacement of Bridge No. 02481, Route 77 (Durham Road) in the Town of Guilford

The Department of Transportation is announcing the start of a traffic detour around the work site for the replacement of Bridge No. 02481 on Route 77 (Durham Road) in Guilford, commencing August 18, 2014.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=551458

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Highway Lighting Maintenance on I-84 in Danbury

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is announcing the maintenance of highway lighting on I-84, eastbound and westbound, from Exit 1 to Exit 8 in the city of Danbury, including on and off ramps on Saturday, August 16, 2014. Hours of work will be 5:30 a.m. to 10 a.m.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=551448

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Nighttime Bridge Maintenance on Route 15 in Orange

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is announcing that a nighttime bridge maintenance project will be performed on Route 15, northbound and southbound, in Orange beginning August 20, 2014.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=551446

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Lane Closures for Bridge Inspections August 18-21, 2014

Lane closures for bridge safety inspections and evaluations will be required around Connecticut, August 18-21, 2014. 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=551442

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Public Informational Meeting Concerning the Bethel Rail Station Parking Lot Expansion

The Connecticut Department of Transportation (Department) will conduct a public informational meeting concerning the proposed Bethel Rail Station parking lot expansion on Thursday, September 4, 2014 in the GP Room of the Bethel Town Hall, 1 School Street, Bethel, Connecticut. An open forum for individual discussions with Department officials will begin at 6:30 p.m., followed by a formal 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=551302

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Public Information Meeting Regarding the Merritt Parkway Multi-use Trail Feasibility Study

The Connecticut Department of Transportation (Department) will conduct a public informational meeting concerning the Merritt Parkway Multi-Use Trail Feasibility Study on Thursday, September 4, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. in the Stratford Town Hall Council Chambers, 2725 Main Street, Stratford, Connecticut.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=551128

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Lane Closures for Bridge Inspections August 11-15, 2014

Lane closures for bridge safety inspections and evaluations will be required around Connecticut, August 11-15, 2014. 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=550990

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Cables to be Installed over I-84 in Middlebury

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is announcing that Connecticut Light & Power will be pulling cables overhead on I-84 in Middlebury, a half-mile east of the South Street Bridge overpass on Saturday, August 9, 2014. Rain date is Sunday, August 10. A helicopter will be used in this operation.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=550988

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Cables to be Installed over I-84 in Middlebury

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is announcing that Connecticut Light & Power will be pulling cables overhead on I-84 in Middlebury, a half-mile east of the South Street Bridge overpass, Monday, August 11, through Thursday, August 14, 2014. A helicopter will be used in this operation.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=550986

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Resurfacing Project on Route 302 in Bethel and Newtown

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is announcing that a milling and resurfacing project on an 8-mile section of Route 302 in Bethel and Newtown will continue through September 3, 2014.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=550980

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Repairing Highway Illumination on Route 7 in Danbury

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is announcing the repairs to highway lighting on Route 7, NB & SB from Exit 7, (Vicinity of Danbury Airport) to I-84, Exit 3 (Lake Avenue); and the Route 7 to I-84 WB & EB Interchange Ramps.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=550974

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Bridge Repairs in Eastern Connecticut

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is announcing that bridge repairs will be performed on various bridges in eastern Connecticut beginning Monday, August 11, 2014.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=550972

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Signal Cabinet Replacement on Route 188 in Southbury

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is announcing the replacement of a signal cabinet on
Route 188 at the I-84 WB Ramps and Old Waterbury Road in Southbury on Sunday, August 10, 2014. The traffic signal will be without power for approximately one hour.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=550970

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Resurfacing Project along Route 83 in Manchester and Vernon

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is announcing that a nighttime milling and resurfacing project will be performed on a 3.4 mile segment of Route 83 in Manchester and Vernon through August 14, 2014.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=550968

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Nighttime Closures Scheduled for Exit 31 Ramp from Route 8 Southbound to I-84 in Waterbury

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is announcing that the Route 8 southbound off ramp (Exit 31) to I-84 East in Waterbury is scheduled to be closed nightly from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. on Thursday August 14, Monday August 18 through Thursday August 21, and Monday August 25 through Thursday August 28.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=550966

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Nighttime Closures Scheduled for Exit Ramp from Route 8 Southbound to I-84 East (Exit 31) in Waterbury

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is announcing that the Route 8 southbound off ramp (Exit 31) to I-84 East in Waterbury is scheduled to be closed nightly from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. on Thursday August 14, Monday August 18 through Thursday August 21, and Monday August 25 through Thursday August 28.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=550958

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Unscheduled Opening of the Mystic Rt 1 Bridge to Accommodate the Charles W. Morgan Ship Arrival

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is announcing that there will be an unscheduled opening on Wednesday, August 6, 2014 any time between 5p.m. and 5:30 p.m. of the Mystic River Bridge on Rte. 1 in Mystic.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=550742

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Emergency Nighttime Rt 15 Bridge Maintenance in East in East Hartford

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is announcing that an emergency nighttime bridge maintenance project will be performed on the Route 15 southbound bridge over Route 2 and the Connecticut River in East Hartford. Hours will be from 8 p.m. Tuesday, August 5, through 5 a.m. Wednesday, August 6, 2014.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=550332

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Bridge Replacement Project on Route 43 over Hollenback River in Cornwall

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is announcing that the replacement of the bridge that carries Route 43 over the Hollenbeck River in the town of Cornwall is scheduled to start on Monday, August 18, 2014.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=550198

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Bridge Maintenance on Route 16 over the Salmon River in East Hampton

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is announcing that a bridge maintenance project will be performed on Route 16 over the Salmon River in East Hampton through August 15, 2014.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=550078

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Milling and Resurfacing Project on Route 198 in Woodstock

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is announcing that a milling and resurfacing project will be performed on Route 198 in Woodstock through Friday, August 22, 2014. Lane closures will be required.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=550074

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Nighttime Bridge Maintenance on I-84 in East Hartford

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is announcing that a nighttime bridge maintenance project will be performed on I-84 WB over Route 44 eastbound and East River Drive in East Hartford beginning August 3, 2014.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=550070

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Highway Illumination Repairs on Route 7 Danbury

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is announcing repairs to highway lighting on Route 7, NB & SB from Exit 7, (Vicinity of Danbury Airport) to I-84, Exit 3 (Lake Avenue); also including Route 7 to I-84 WB & EB Interchange Ramps in Danbury.

For more information, please visit the ConnDOT website: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?a=2135&Q=550068

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Lane Closures for Bridge Inspections August 4-9, 2014

Lane closures for bridge safety inspections and evaluations will be required around Connecticut, August 4-9, 2014. 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=550058