The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) is announcing that metallizing of Bridge #01736A (Route 8 north over Harwinton Avenue) and #01736B (Route 8 south over Harwinton Avenue) will be performed on Harwinton Avenue in Torrington. This work is scheduled to occur on July 28 and be completed on Monday, September 29, 2025. The project 0065-0114 consists of Metallizing of 19 Bridges along route 8 corridor between Torrington and Colebrook.
CTDOT Project No. 0065-0114 was awarded to Allied Painting Inc. at a cost of $15,757,497.05 on 12/22/2024 and is scheduled to be completed 11/30/2027. This project is administered by the Bureau of Engineering and Construction, Office of Construction, District 4 in Thomaston.
LANE CLOSURE/DETOUR INFO
Harwinton Ave will have traffic shifted to one side of the median, with one lane in each direction. Traffic control signing patterns will guide motorists through the work zone.
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.