2. Notice of Time Extension for Post-Scoping Notice for the Replacement of Bridge No. 00162 - I-95 over Metro North Railroad

Address of Possible Project Location: Bridge No. 00162 carries I-95 over Metro North Railroad and is located roughly 0.25 miles west of the I-95/West River crossing.

Municipality where proposed action would be located: West Haven

Connecticut Environmental Policy Act (CEPA) Determination: On September 21, 2021, the Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) published a Notice of Scoping to solicit public comments for this action in the Environmental Monitor. The CTDOT is unable to publish its determination regarding this action at this time.

Action Status: CTDOT anticipates extending the project approximately 750 feet to the west to include Bridge No. 00161, which carries I-95 over Route 122 (1st Avenue). A preliminary environmental analysis is being conducted and any impacts will be included in the environmental checklist / post scoping notice. 

Estimated Publication Date: The CTDOT estimates that a Post-Scoping Notice will be published in the Environmental Monitor on or before September 6, 2022.

If you have questions about the proposed action, contact:

Name: Mr. Alvaro Garcia, Jr., Supervising Transportation Engineer

Agency: Connecticut Department of Transportation, Bureau of Engineering and Construction

Address: 2800 Berlin Turnpike, Newington, CT 06131

Phone: 860-594-3353

E-Mail: Alvaro.Garcia@ct.gov 

What Happens Next: The CTDOT will make a determination whether to proceed with preparation of an Environmental Impact Evaluation (EIE) or that the project does not require the preparation of an EIE under the CEPA. A Post-Scoping Notice of its decision will appear in a future edition of the Environmental Monitor.