Project Notifications and Traffic Impacts


Please be advised that there will be intermittent left/right lane closures (alternately) on I-95 northbound and southbound in New London within the project limits on Gold Star Memorial Bridge. These closures will be in effect Monday - Friday during the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Motorists are advised to reduce speed and follow posted signage. Work on the southbound bridge is scheduled to start this week, April 6, 2026, between the nighttime hours of 8:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. Work on the northbound bridge is estimated to start on May 9, 2026. Only two (2) lanes of traffic will be allowed on the northbound bridge. All other northbound traffic will be required to use the crossover onto the southbound bridge to travel north.  Find the latest alerts and project notices.




Northbound Gold Star Memorial Bridge Rehabilitation Project

Project 0094-0261 includes the rehabilitation of The Gold Star Memorial Bridge carrying Interstate 95 Northbound over the Thames River, New England Central Railroad, Providence and Worcester Railroad and local roads in New London and Groton.

About the project

The Northbound Gold Star Memorial Bridge is a critical transportation link carrying I-95 traffic over the Thames River between New London and Groton.

Originally opened in 1943, this iconic structure supports more than 60,000 vehicles each day and plays a vital role in regional mobility and commerce. The Northbound Gold Star Memorial Bridge Rehabilitation Project will extend the bridge’s service life through major structural, deck, and safety improvements, ensuring it continues to meet modern standards while maintaining safe and reliable travel for decades to come.

Gold Star Memorial Bridge - Northbound Rehab

What You Should Know

Traffic patterns will be shifting to a new alignment for the duration of the project. This change is part of the ongoing efforts to safely and efficiently advance the project while maintaining traffic flow. This short video will help you visualize these upcoming changes, including lane shifts, the crossover, and what drives can expect when traveling through the work zone. 
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