CTDOT Unveils $15.7 Billion Five-Year Capital Plan

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Web Version     CTDOT Unveils $15.7 Billion Five-Year Capital Plan Featuring Hundreds of Statewide Projects Posted on February 2 , 2026 The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) today published a five-year Capital Plan outlining more than $15 billion in transportation projects planned across Connecticut during Federal Fiscal Years 2026-2030. Supported by continued federal and state investments, Connecticut's transportation infrastructure is steadily improving. CTDOT is advancing projects ranging from bridge repairs and roadway redesigns to public transit improvements and facility upgrades, making travel safer and more accessible for everyone. "With this plan, we're rebuilding roads and bridges, modernizing public transportation, and making it easier and safer to travel in Connecticut," said Connecticut Department of Transportation Commissioner Garrett Eucalitto. "These long-term investments will improve safety, better connect our towns and cities, and help our state economy thrive." The Capital Plan, funding breakdowns, and project overviews can be viewed at portal.ct.gov/CapitalPlans. A list of all state-managed projects in design or in construction can also be explored using an interactive map. CTDOT anticipates programming approximately $3.78 billion in federal and state capital funding for all transportation modes in Fiscal Year 2026. The 2026 Capital Program includes approximately: $2.16 billion for bus and rail, including MOVE New Haven Bus Rapid Transit System, upgrading and building various train stations along the Waterbury Branch Line and Hartford Line, and replacing the Devon Railroad Bridge between Milford and Stratford. $1.60 billion for roadway and bridge infrastructure, including I-91/I-691/Route 15 Interchange Improvements in Meriden and Middletown, I-95 Gold Star Memorial Bridge Rehabilitation and Multimodal Improvements in Groton and New London, and Rehabilitation of the Putnam Bridge in Glastonbury and Wethersfield. $23.4 million to support renovating transportation facilities across the state, including expanded truck parking in Southington and a new CTDOT maintenance facility in Simsbury. In total, the Capital Plan programs $15.70 billion in planned funding to improve safety and mobility throughout the state. Members of the public can provide comments on the Capital Plan by emailing DOT.CapitalPlan@ct.gov or by utilizing an online form. The public comment period ends February 15, 2026. Those comments will help inform the development and revisions of future Capital Plans. For more information about the Connecticut Department of Transportation, visit ct.gov/dot. Public Information Meeting on Train Station Improvements Project in Madison Posted on January 30 , 2026 The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) will conduct an in-person public information meeting concerning the Madison Railroad Station Improvements Project on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at the Madison Town Campus, Conference Room A, at 8 Campus Drive in Madison at 5:30 p.m. The meeting location is ADA accessible. The public information meeting is being held to provide the public and local community the opportunity to offer comments or ask questions regarding the proposed project. For more information about the project and ways to provide comments and ask questions, please visit portal.ct.gov/DOTMadison0310-0058.   "This project relates directly to CTDOT's ongoing commitment to improve commuter rail services.  The proposed work at the town's Shore Line East Station will make commuter rail services modern, reliable and convenient so that the future transportation needs of Connecticut's residents are met," said Connecticut Department of Transportation Project Manager Scott Anderson. "We encourage the public to attend this meeting to share their feedback with the CTDOT project team to incorporate into the design."   Right-of-way impacts associated with the proposed improvements include partial takes from the town, and an access easement and permanent easement for a wetland mitigation site on Copse Road. Construction is anticipated to begin in fall 2027 based on the availability of funding, acquisition of rights of way, and approval of permit(s). The estimated construction cost for this project is approximately $35 million. This project is anticipated to be undertaken with 100% state funds.  Individuals with hearing and/or speech disabilities may dial 711 for Telecommunications Relay Services (TRS). Individuals with limited internet access may also request that project information be mailed to them within one week by contacting Scott Anderson at Scott.T.Anderson@ct.gov or (860) 594-3301.  Language assistance may be requested by contacting the CTDOT Language Assistance Call Line (860) 594-2109. Requests should be made at least five business days prior to the meeting. Language assistance is provided at no cost to the public and efforts will be made to respond to timely requests for assistance.  Members of the public can submit comments and questions during the two-week public comment period following the meeting. Please submit comments and questions by Wednesday, February 25, 2026, to (860) 594-2020 or to Scott Anderson at Scott.T.Anderson@ct.gov or (860) 594-3301. Please reference Project No. 310-0058 in the email or voicemail.     CTDOT Highlights Decline in 2025 Traffic Fatalities Posted on January 28 , 2026 Preliminary data and early 2026 fatality figures released The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) today highlighted that traffic fatalities in the state fell 12% in 2025 compared with the previous year. Preliminary data from CTDOT's Highway Safety Office show 274 roadway deaths in 2025, down from 312 in 2024. While the overall number of traffic fatalities declined, data show troubling trends for vulnerable road users. In 2025, bicycle fatalities increased 67% and pedestrian deaths rose 6% compared with the five-year average, with speeding remaining a leading factor in serious crashes. The announcement was made Wednesday during a press conference at the Connecticut State Police Troop H Barracks in Hartford. Early 2026 data show 12 traffic fatalities statewide through January 27, compared with 23 during the same period in 2025 and 21 in 2024. "While we are encouraged by the reduction in fatalities, even one death on our roadways is too many," said Connecticut Department of Transportation Commissioner Garrett Eucalitto. "We remain focused on improving safety for everyone who uses Connecticut roads." "Since I arrived on the job in late 2023, reducing highway fatalities has been one of our top priorities at the Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection," said Commissioner Ronnell A. Higgins. "Our targeted enforcement has helped to decrease fatal collisions on roadways patrolled by the Connecticut State Police by 26 percent. We will continue to work closely with our state and municipal partners to reduce fatalities in the weeks and months to come." Officials noted pedestrian fatalities remain a concern despite the overall decline. "Traffic safety requires a shared commitment," said Colonel Daniel Loughman, Commanding Officer of the Connecticut State Police. "Enforcement, education, and responsible driving all play a role in preventing serious crashes." "Even with overall fatalities down, our work isn't done," said Watertown Police Chief Josh Bernegger, Chairman of the Connecticut Police Chiefs Association Traffic Safety Committee. "Police across the state remain committed to keeping our roadways safe by addressing behaviors that lead to serious crashes, including speeding, impaired driving, and distracted driving. Everyone has a role to play in preventing tragedies on our roadways." The figures are preliminary and subject to revision as crash investigations are completed. Some incidents initially classified as traffic fatalities may later be excluded if they do not meet federal Fatality Analysis Reporting System criteria. Fatality data are compiled by the Highway Safety Office, with analysis support from the Connecticut Transportation Safety Research Center at the University of Connecticut. More information on Connecticut roadway safety initiatives is available at portal.ct.gov/dot. CTDOT Donates $10,000 to Local Organizations After Winning National Transportation Award Posted on January 22 , 2026 [Download image in high quality]     The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) today proudly presented $5,000 donations to the Andrew DiDomenico Memorial Foundation and Connecticut Foodshare. These donations were made possible through CTDOT's recent win in the 2025 America's Transportation Awards. CTDOT earned the prestigious Grand Prize for its emergency project demolishing, and then rebuilding, the Fairfield Avenue Bridge over I-95 in Norwalk in 2024. Along with this award came a $10,000 prize, which CTDOT chose to donate to these two organizations. Through their work, they're making a meaningful impact in Connecticut communities. "Giving back to the communities we serve is at the heart of what we do at CTDOT," said Connecticut Department of Transportation Commissioner Garrett Eucalitto. "From the moment we were in the running for the Grand Prize, we knew we wanted to share this recognition with organizations that make a difference every day." "We established the Andrew DiDomenico Memorial Foundation to honor the life and legacy of Andrew, who was tragically killed at the young age of 26 while working for the CTDOT. The mission of the foundation is to grant scholarships, make meaningful donations in Andrew's memory, and to help raise awareness of increased work zone safety," said Shari DiDomenico, Andrew's mother. "We are extremely grateful to receive this very generous gift. Thank you to the CTDOT for choosing us as one of the recipients." "We are incredibly grateful to the Connecticut Department of Transportation for selecting Connecticut Foodshare as a recipient of this generous donation," said Jason Jakubowski, President and CEO of Connecticut Foodshare. "We applaud CTDOT's extraordinary work and their choice to reinvest this recognition back into the community. This generosity will help ensure more families across Connecticut have access to the nutritious food they need." The Andrew DiDomenico Memorial Foundation was established to honor Andrew's legacy by providing scholarships and donations in his name. Andrew DiDomenico, a valued member of the CTDOT team, was tragically killed by an impaired driver in a work zone in June 2024. Connecticut Foodshare supports individuals and families – from one end of the state to the other – by addressing root causes, creating long-term solutions, and distributing nutritious food through local partner programs in an effort to alleviate hunger. They help serve the more than 500,000 people in Connecticut who are food insecure – and through its network of food pantries and meal programs, they distributed 54 million pounds of food in 2025. For more information about the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials, visit transportation.org. For more information about the Andrew DiDomenico Memorial foundation, visit andrewdidomenico.com. For more information about Connecticut Foodshare, visit ctfoodshare.org. For more information on CTDOT, visit ct.gov/dot. Connecticut Department of Transportation 2800 Berlin Turnpike P.O. 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