The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) is announcing Route 2 eastbound lane modifications in Glastonbury starting on April 1, 2025. The project will improve lane configurations on Route 2 eastbound to reduce weaving movements and increase the continuity of traffic flow within the project limits.
The left exit-only lane for Route 17 (Exit 5 old Exit 7) will be converted into a through lane and Exit 5 will be modified into a standard left-exit ramp. The bridge over Griswold Street will be modified to provide a 3-lane cross section for Route 2 eastbound traffic, with the right most lane designated as an auxiliary lane between the Route 3 on-ramp and the Exit 6 (old Exit 8) off-ramp.
Additionally, the bridge over Griswold Street will be widened to eliminate the pinch point for vehicles entering from Route 3 and to create a uniform shoulder. The project will also include updated signage along Route 2 to reflect the new lane configurations, milling and paving within the project limits, and the metalizing of Bridge Nos. 384 and 386.
CTDOT Project No.0053-0196 was awarded to McNamee Construction Corp. at a cost of $16,347,000 on February 13, 2025, and is scheduled to be completed 11/13/2026. This project is administered by the Bureau of Engineering and Construction, Office of Construction, District 1 in Rocky Hill, CT.
LANE CLOSURE/DETOUR INFO
There will be various lane closures on Route 2 eastbound between Exits 5 and 6, Monday through Friday between 9:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m., Saturday through Sunday 9:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. and Route 2 westbound between Exits 6 and 8, Monday through Friday between 10:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m., Saturday through Sunday 11:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. Traffic control signing patterns with flaggers and State Troopers 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.