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

FOR RELEASE: June 12, 2017

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

Nighttime Bridge Maintenance along I-95 in Milford

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is announcing that a nighttime bridge maintenance project will be performed on I-95 in both directions in Milford, beginning Monday, June 19, 2017. Work hours will be 9 pm to 5 am.

The project includes the following bridges:

• Bridge #148 under Forest Road
• Bridge #142 under High Street

This project is included in the Department of Transportation’s 2017 bridge maintenance program with bridge repairs and is being performed by State Forces.

LANE CLOSURE INFO

Motorists can expect lane closures on I-95 between Exit 39 (US 1, Boston Post Rd.) and

Exit 34 (US 1, Bridgeport Ave.)

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 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. (Monday through 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.