Arrigoni Bridge Project Now Complete

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Web Version     Connecticut Department of Transportation Traffic Safety and Pedestrian Upgrades at the Arrigoni Bridge Now Complete Posted on August 19 , 2022 (Newington, Conn.) – The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) today announced that the safety and pedestrian improvement project at the Arrigoni Bridge, which connects Middletown and Portland, Conn., has been completed. The project, which started in February 2020, included replacement of the bridge deck, improvements to the bridge approaches on both sides of the Connecticut River, new sidewalks, and steel and concrete repairs which improve safety and increase the lifespan of the bridge. "This complex project included many facets and multiple stakeholders and was getting underway right when the pandemic first hit Connecticut. I am incredibly proud of the construction workers and CTDOT team who kept the project moving forward," Connecticut Department of Transportation Commissioner Joe Giulietti said. "Thank you to our federal, state, and local partners and community stakeholders who worked with us and helped make this project a success." The Arrigoni Bridge, also known as the Portland Bridge, is a steel through arch bridge that carries Routes 66 and 17 across the Connecticut River, connecting Middletown and Portland. Its two distinctive 600 feet steel arches have the longest span length of any bridge in the state. When it opened in 1938, the 1,200-foot-long bridge was the most expensive bridge ever built in Connecticut, costing $3.5 million.  CTDOT worked with the contractor, Mohawk Northeast, Inc., to complete construction activities at the Arrigoni Bridge and the St. John's Square and Main Street intersection in three separate stages to maintain safe traffic flow through the area. The St. John's Square pedestrian and traffic safety improvement project included new sidewalks, pavement, and roadway infrastructure improvements and was completed in 2021. "The completion of upgrades to the Arrigoni Bridge are a major milestone reached for Portland and the surrounding region. For many of my constituents, the bridge is used to commute to work, go to school, and visit local stores and restaurants. These improvements will maintain the bridge as a safe, reliable route for all who travel on it," State Senator Norm Needleman said. "My thanks to the construction workers involved in the project and the Connecticut Department of Transportation, especially for their strong partnership with the Portland and Middletown delegations. A special thanks to the Middlesex County Chamber of Commerce for their coordination efforts with our local businesses." "These upgrades are improving connectivity and saving lives. I've worked with CTDOT throughout this project and I'm glad to see it reaching completion. Going forward we need to continue to improve bicycle and pedestrian connections on both sides of the river and CTDOT's role is vital," State Senator Matt Lesser said. "Improvements made to the Arrigoni Bridge will help address the ongoing issue of pedestrian safety. I appreciate CTDOT for prioritizing our bridge and local residents and businesses for their patience during the project," State Representative Christie Carpino said. While the Arrigoni Bridge deck was paved in summer 2021 work continued underneath the structure until summer 2022. That work included replacement of bearings, steel upgrades, painting, and other structural improvements. The final inspections were conducted August 1, 2022, signaling the substantial completion of the overall project.  The project was completed with 80 percent federal funds and 20 percent State funds. Members of the public are advised that workers will remain in the area over the next several weeks to finalize minor items. Motorists are advised to use caution in work zones: slow down, keep a safe distance, and stay alert. Connecticut Department of Transportation 2800 Berlin Turnpike P.O. Box 317546 Newington, CT 06131-7546 860-594-2000 Twitter You're receiving this email because you opted in to receive notices from the Connecticut Department of Transportation. Edit your subscription Unsubscribe instantly

CTDOT Submits National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Plan

NEVI Program will fund publicly available EV fast chargers along interstate system ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌

Web Version     Connecticut Department of Transportation CTDOT Submits National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Plan Posted on August 1 , 2022 The Connecticut Department of Transportation today announced its submission of Connecticut's Charging Ahead Plan: A Strategy to Expand Public Electric Vehicle Charging to the U.S. Department of Transportation, establishing the state's National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) program.    The NEVI program aims to build out a national system of electric vehicle (EV) chargers to enhance EV driver confidence while traveling long distances, including across state lines.    Established by the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), the NEVI formula program will provide $5 billion over five years for states to deploy direct current (DC) fast EV chargers along highway corridors. The funds can be used within one mile of federally approved designated corridors, with less than a 50-mile gap between chargers.    "Connecticut's NEVI plan will provide our state with a robust roadmap to catalyze the expansion of a safe, reliable, and accessible fast-charging EV network along our interstates," Connecticut Department of Transportation Commissioner Joe Giulietti said. "Transformational infrastructure programs focused on reducing carbon emissions like this will create a cleaner, more equitable, and resilient transportation system for all drivers."    The NEVI Program provides formula funding to states to award grants to private, public, and nonprofit entities to build, own, maintain and operate chargers. The program pays up to 80 percent of eligible costs for charging infrastructure. CTDOT will not own or operate any EV chargers.    Phase one of Connecticut's NEVI Plan will focus on building up to 10 locations consisting of at least four individual public DC fast chargers with a minimum power level of 150kW per port along Connecticut's interstate system.    Connecticut was one of eleven states to sign the Zero-Emission Vehicle Memorandum of Understanding in 2013 and has committed to an ambitious EV adoption goal of 125,000-150,000 EVs on the road by 2025. With the increased deployment of electric vehicle charging equipment, it's anticipated that consumers will experience reduced range anxiety and increased confidence in charging accessibility. The new funding for charging infrastructure buildout will encourage EV adoption, and also augment the existing Utilities Make-Ready Program and DEEP's Volkswagen Diesel Mitigation-Zero Emission Infrastructure grant programs.   As of July 2022, there were over 25,000 EVs registered in Connecticut–a fraction of the nearly 2.9 million light-duty passenger cars and trucks registered in Connecticut. Connecticut Department of Motor Vehicles (CTDMV) records indicate that over the last year, more than 10,800 new light-duty EVs have been registered in Connecticut, increasing from over 9,700 the previous year.    For more information, visit Connecticut's National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Program (NEVI).   Connecticut Department of Transportation 2800 Berlin Turnpike P.O. Box 317546 Newington, CT 06131-7546 860-594-2000 Twitter You're receiving this email because you opted in to receive notices from the Connecticut Department of Transportation. Edit your subscription Unsubscribe instantly