CONNECTICUT DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

NEWS RELEASE

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

FOR RELEASE: September 5, 2008
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NEWINGTON, Conn.-State Transportation Commissioner Joseph F. Marie announced today that inspection work on the West Rock Tunnel will be performed on Route 15 (northbound & southbound) between Exits 58 and 60 in New Haven/Woodbridge. This project is scheduled to begin on or about Monday, September 8, 2008 and continue through Wednesday,

September 10, 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 7:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. (Monday – Wednesday evenings).

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.