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

FOR RELEASE: October 23, 2014

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

Tree Removal along Merritt Parkway in Fairfield

      The Connecticut Department of Transportation is announcing that a tree removal operation will be performed on Route 15 Northbound in Fairfield, October 27 through November 7, 2014.

      Motorists can expect lane closures on Route 15 Northbound between the Westport/Fairfield Town Line and Exit 44 (Route 58, Black Rock Turnpike) in Fairfield.  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 3:00 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.