The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) is announcing that Wrong Way Driver Installation of Counter Measure System will be performed on Route 8 north and southbound at Exit 27 in Waterbury starting on Tuesday, March 11, 2025. The project 0170-3638 consists of installation of the wrong way driver system on Route 8 at Exit 27 in Waterbury.
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
Route 8 Southbound at Exit 27
The ramp will be closed on Tuesday, March 11, 2025, from 7:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. Traffic will be detoured as follows: Take Exit 26 southbound, turn left to Route 8 northbound. Take Exit 27 northbound.
Route 8 Northbound at Exit 27
The ramp will be closed on Tuesday, March 11, 2025, from 7:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. Traffic will be detoured as follows: Take Exit 29 northbound continuing to S. Leonard Street. Take a left on Bank Street. Take a left on Riverside Street. Continue straight onto Charles Street. Take Route 8 southbound to Exit 27 southbound.
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.