CONNECTICUT DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
NEWS RELEASE
2800 BERLIN TURNPIKE P.O. BOX 317546
NEWINGTON CONNECTICUT, 06131-7456
FOR RELEASE: September 25, 2009
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION:
OFFICE OF COMMUNICATIONS
TELEPHONE: (860) 594-3062
FAX: (860) 594-3065
WEB SITE: www.ct.gov/dot

Route 9 (southbound) Ramp Closure Exit 14 (deKoven Drive) off ramp in Middletown

The State Department of Transportation announced today that permit work will be performed on Route 9 (southbound) requiring the closure of the Exit 14 (deKoven Drive) off ramp in Middletown.  This work is scheduled to begin on Monday, September 28, 2009 and continue through Saturday, October 10, 2009.  This is a 24-hour-a-day operation and a posted detour will be in effect.

Traffic control personnel and signing patterns will be utilized to guide motorists through the work zone.  The regular work schedule for this project is 7:00 a.m. Monday until completion.

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.