Welcome to the webpage for Project No. 0159-0193, Rehabilitation of Bridge Nos. 00642 & 00811 Carrying Route 15/U.S. Route 5 over Route 99, and Route 15/U.S. Route 5 over Hartford Avenue and Providence & Worcester Railroad in Wethersfield.
A virtual public informational meeting for the project will be held on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at 6:00 p.m.
This meeting aims to inform the community about the proposed project, gather feedback, and answer any questions. This meeting will take place on Zoom, and registration is required. A question and answer (Q&A) session will immediately follow the presentation, which will be recorded.
This project involves addressing the structural deficiencies of Bridge Nos. 00642 and 00811 by improving the condition, thus extending the service life of the bridges, and providing safer travel conditions for all roadway users.
Right-of-way impacts are not anticipated. Construction is expected to start spring 2028 depending on funding, right-of-way acquisition, and permits. The estimated cost is $23 million with 80% federal funds and 20% state funds.
The proposed project plans can be viewed here:
Register for the meeting here. After registering, you'll receive a confirmation email with the meeting access link.
Comments and questions can be submitted during the two-week public comment period after the meeting by November 26, 2025, to:
- Submit your comment here
- (860) 594-2020
- Brianna Ritacco at Brianna.Ritacco@ct.gov or (860) 594-3205
Please reference State Project No. 0159-0193 in the email or voicemail.
Individuals with limited internet access can listen to the meeting by calling (877) 853-5257 and enter Meeting ID 858 0742 5237. Individuals with hearing and/or speech disabilities may dial 711 for Telecommunications Relay Services (TRS). Individuals with limited internet access may also request that project information be mailed to them within one (1) week by contacting Brianna Ritacco at brianna.ritacco@ct.gov or (860) 594-3205.
Language assistance may be requested by contacting the CTDOT Language Assistance Call Line (860) 594-2109. Requests should be made at least five (5) business days prior to the meeting. Language assistance is provided at no cost to the public and efforts will be made to respond to timely requests for assistance.
Non-English language closed captioning will be available on Zoom. The recording will also be posted following the meeting in CTDOT’s public meeting playlist at portal.ct.gov/ctdotVPIMarchive.
Additional Information for Public
Voluntary Feedback Survey - After the meeting, we hope you’ll take a few extra minutes to fill out our brief survey.