CONNECTICUT DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION NEWS RELEASE 2800 BERLIN TURNPIKE P.O. BOX 317546 NEWINGTON CONNECTICUT, 06131-7546

FOR RELEASE: September 19, 2014

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION: OFFICE OF COMMUNICATIONS TELEPHONE: (860) 594-3062 FAX: (860) 594-3065 WEB SITE: www.ct.gov/dot

Bridge Maintenance on Route 8 in Bridgeport

      The Connecticut Department of Transportation is announcing that a bridge maintenance project will be performed on Route 8 northbound on the right shoulder in Bridgeport on Monday, September 22, 2014. This bridge carries Route 8 over Catherine Street.

LANE CLOSURE INFO

      Motorists can expect lane closures on Route 8 northbound between Exit 2 (Lafayette Sq.) to Exit 4 (Lindly St.). Traffic control personnel and signing patterns will be utilized to guide motorists through the work zone. The regular work schedule for this project is from 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

      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 in this vicinity.