The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) is announcing that the rehabilitation of Bridge No. 02572 will be performed on U.S. Route 1, South Frontage Road, and I-95 northbound at the Exit 83 ramp in New London. This work is scheduled to occur on Monday, December 15, 2025, and be partially completed on Wednesday, January 7, 2026. Project 0094-0264 consists of full replacement of the bridge superstructure and substructure, drainage improvements, roadway realignment, and upgrades to traffic signals.
CTDOT Project No. 0094-0264 was awarded to ROTHA Contracting Company, Inc. at a cost of $13,994,598.39 on March 26th, 2025, and is scheduled to be completed November 30th, 2026. This project is administered by the Bureau of Engineering and Construction, Office of Construction, District 2 in Norwich.
LANE CLOSURE/DETOUR INFO
There will be temporary nighttime closures of I-95 at the Exit 83 ramp and of South Frontage Road from Monday, December 15, 2025, to Wednesday, January 7, 2026, from 9:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. During roadway closures traffic detours with signing patterns will be provided to maintain traffic around the project site.
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 in this area.