CONNECTICUT DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

NEWS RELEASE

2800 BERLIN TURNPIKE P.O. BOX 317546
NEWINGTON CONNECTICUT, 06131-7546

FOR RELEASE: June 3, 2008
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NEWINGTON, Conn.-Acting Transportation Commissioner H. James Boice announced today that a Bridge Maintenance project will be performed on Route 8 (northbound) between Exits 14 and 15, in Shelton.  The exit 14 on ramp will be closed and a posted detour will be in effect.  This project is scheduled to take place on or about Wednesday, June 4, 2008 & Thursday, June 5, 2008.

Traffic control personnel and signing patterns will be utilized to guide motorists through the work zone.  The regular work schedule for this project is 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. (Wednesday & Thursday).   

Motorists should be aware that modifications or extensions to this schedule may become necessary due to weather delays or other unforeseen conditions.  Motorists are advised to maintain a safe speed when driving through the work area.