The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) is announcing that bridge demolition and reconstruction will be performed on Route 89 Bridge over I-84 in Ashford starting on Tuesday, May 26, 2026. This work is scheduled to be completed on Thursday, June 25, 2027. The project 0145-0106 consists of demolition and reconstruction of bridge no. 00848 carrying Route 89 over I-84.
CTDOT Project No. 0145-0106 was awarded to ROTHA Contracting Company at a cost of $7,327,209.58 on 9/9/2025 and is scheduled to be completed 6/25/27. This project is administered by the Bureau of Engineering and Construction, Office of Construction, District 2 in Union/ Ashford.
LANE CLOSURE/DETOUR INFO
There will be one-lane alternating traffic on Route 89 bridge over I-84 from Tuesday, May 26, 2026, through June 25, 2027. Traffic will be maintained throughout the work zone using temporary signals and traffic control signing patterns.
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.