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

FOR RELEASE: October 3, 2014

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

Milling and Resurfacing Project, Route 71 in Meriden/Wallingford

      The Connecticut Department of Transportation is announcing that a milling and resurfacing project will be performed on Route 71 in Meriden/Wallingford through Monday, October 20, 2014.

LANE CLOSURE INFO

      Motorists can expect lane closures on Route 71 from the north junction of Route 150 (Main Street) to Hanover Street. Traffic control personnel and signing patterns will be utilized to guide motorists through the work zone.  The regular work schedule for this project is 6:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. (Monday - Friday).

      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.