Project 0103-0274 Webpage

Welcome to the CTDOT webpage for State Project No. 0103-0274, Safety Improvements on Route 82 (Phase 1), in the City of Norwich.

The purpose of the project is to improve safety along the Route 82 corridor between New London Turnpike and Fairmount Street in Norwich in two phases: Project No. 0103-0274 (Phase 1) and Project No. 0103-0275 (Phase 2). The corridor currently experiences a high number of turning and rear-end crashes due to high speeds, lack of turn lanes, and numerous driveway openings. 

There are right-of-way impacts associated with the proposed improvements. Phase 1 will require five total property acquisitions on Route 82. Approximately 52 additional properties will be impacted by either a partial acquisition, a slope easement, and/or temporary construction easements.

Construction is anticipated to begin Spring 2025 with an advanced utility breakout project, followed by proposed roadway work in Spring 2026 based on the availability of funding, acquisition of rights of way, and approval of permit(s).  The estimated construction cost for this project is approximately $30 million. This project is anticipated to be undertaken with 80% federal funds and 20% state funds.

The proposed project plans and materials can be viewed here:

• Phase 1 Color Plan
• Phase 1&2 Combined Color Concept Plan
• Phase 1 Animation Video

Additional information (general DOT projects):

• DOT Office of Contract Compliance – TITLE VI Program
• MS-4 Municipal Separate Storm Sewer Systems

>> For further inquiries about the project, please email:  DOTProject103-274@ct.gov

A Public Informational Meeting for the project was held on Thursday, January 18, 2024,at 7:00 p.m. in Norwich.

• A recording of the presentation, including the question-and-answer session, is available here: YouTube project channel
• Report of Meeting from Public Information Meeting (pdf)
• Voluntary Feedback Survey
• The project meeting handout was made available in three languages:
  • The Public Information Meeting Pamphlet (English)
  • The Public Information Meeting Pamphlet (Spanish)
  • The Public Information Meeting Pamphlet (Chinese [simplified])
• Please note:
  • The comment period for this meeting ended February 1; however, the design team remains open to feedback as the design progresses and can be reached at: DOTProject103-274@ct.gov
  • The public is reminded that a separate public informational meeting will be held in the future for State Project No. 0103-0275, Safety Improvements on Route 82 (Phase 2). Refer to the abovementioned project plans for a general overview.

A public informational meeting for the project was held on Thursday, June 23, 2022, at 7:00 p.m. in Norwich.

• A recording of the presentation, including the question-and-answer session, is available here: YouTube project channel
  
  
• Also available: Report of Meeting from Public Information Meeting (pdf)
  
• The project meeting handout was made available in three languages:
  • The Public Information Meeting Pamphlet (English)
  • The Public Information Meeting Pamphlet (Spanish)
  • The Public Information Meeting Pamphlet (Chinese [simplified])
• Please note:
  • The comment period for this meeting has ended; however, the design team remains open to feedback as the design progresses and can be reached at:
    DOTProject103-274@ct.gov
    
  • The public is reminded that a separate public informational meeting will be held in the future for State Project No. 0103-0275, Safety Improvements on Route 82 (Phase 2). Refer to the abovementioned project plans for a general overview.

The proposed project plans and materials can be viewed here:

• Project Description and Plans
• Animation Video