CONNECTICUT DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

NEWS RELEASE

2800 BERLIN TURNPIKE P.O. BOX 317546
NEWINGTON CONNECTICUT, 06131-7546

FOR RELEASE: April 8, 2008
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NEWINGTON, Conn. - Acting Transportation Commissioner H. James Boice announced today that Bridge Maintenance will be performed on I-84 (eastbound) between Exits 48 and 52, in Hartford.  This project is scheduled to take place on Tuesday, April 8, 2008. 

Traffic control personnel and signing patterns will be utilized to guide motorists through the work zone.  The regular work schedule for the project is 10:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. (Tuesday evening). 

Motorists should be aware that modifications or extensions to this schedule may become necessary due to weather delays or other unforeseen conditions.  Motorists are advised to maintain a safe speed when driving through the work area.