The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) is announcing that Wrong Way Driver Detection installations will be performed on I-84 east and westbound at Exit 11 in Newtown. This project is scheduled to occur on Wednesday, March 12, 2025. The project 0170-3638 consists of installation of the wrong way driver system on I-84 east and westbound at Exit 11 in Newtown.
The Wrong Way Detection System uses video cameras to detect vehicles that are traveling in the wrong direction. If a vehicle is detected, wrong way signs outlined with multiple sets of red lights are activated and begin flashing to alert the driver they are traveling in the wrong direction. Additionally, the system alerts the CTDOT Highway Operations Center and local State Police Troop barracks in real-time, allowing staff to monitor the activities of the wrong way driver on the ramp.
For more information on CTDOT’s commitment to stopping wrong way drivers, visit https://portal.ct.gov/wrongwaydriving
This project is being performed by State Forces.
LANE CLOSURE/DETOUR INFO
I-84 east and westbound at Exit 11 in Newtown will be closed on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, from 7:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. Traffic will be detoured as follows:
- For motorists looking to take I-84 eastbound at Exit 11, take Exit 13 to River Road to Oakdale Road. Take the Exit 13 on-ramp westbound to Exit 10 to Church Hill Road, then to Berkshire Road, to Wasserman Way.
- For motorists looking to take I-84 westbound at Exit 11, take Exit 10 to Church Hill Road to Berkshire Road to Wasserman Way.
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.