Overview
The Gold Star Memorial Bridge is the largest bridge in the state of Connecticut. Separate northbound and southbound spans connect New London and Groton over the Thames River. The Gold Star Memorial Bridge is one of the most iconic bridges in all of Connecticut, carrying more than 100,000 vehicles every day, supporting commercial and recreational activities. It is an important link transporting people and goods throughout the region.
Municipalities:
New London and Groton
Location:
Bridge 03819 (Northbound Gold Star Memorial Bridge) and Bridges 02514A and B (Southbound Gold Star Memorial Bridge), carrying Interstate 95 and Route 1 over the Thames River, New England Central Railroad, Providence and Worcester Railroad and Local Roads in New London and Groton.
Description:
Four projects are currently in place for the Gold Star Memorial Bridge:
Steel Strengthening of the Northbound Bridge Truss Spans, under Project No. 0094-0256
Steel Strengthening of the Northbound Bridge Approach Spans, Deck Replacement and Substructure Rehabilitation, under Project No. 0094-0235/0094-0261
Steel Strengthening of the Southbound Bridge, under Project No. 0094-0268
Construction of a Shared Use Path on the Southbound Bridge, along with other Pedestrian Improvements, under Project No. 0094-0267
Learn more about each of the projects below.
Any comments or questions regarding the Gold Star Memorial Bridge projects can be submitted via email at: DOT.GoldStarBridgeProjects@ct.gov
There are four total projects in place for the Gold Star Memorial Bridge. Below is a master schedule detailing the general timelines for all four. You can find individual schedules for each project on their respective pages, linked above.
Project 0094-0235: Rehabilitation of the Northbound Bridge: Virtual Public Information Meeting
Project 0094-0267: Pedestrian Improvements: Virtual Public Information Meeting
Northbound Gold Star Memorial Bridge - Fact Sheet
Rehabilitacion del Puente Gold Star en direccion norte (94-235) - Hoja Informativa
94-235 Hybrid Public Information Meeting: Presentation (04/30/2024)
Nothing at this time.