The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) is announcing that the Route 2 westbound left lane in the area of the Exit 20 off-ramp to Route 149/Westchester Road Avenue will be closed on a long-term basis. The lane closure is required for rehabilitation work on the Route 2 bridge over Route 149/Westchester Road.
Roadway and bridge rehabilitation work is being performed on Route 2 Eastbound and Westbound in Colchester between Mileposts 20.37 and 24.94 (new Exits 20 and 25). This project began on Tuesday, April 1, 2025, and is scheduled to be completed on August 10, 2027. The Project 0028-0211 consists of pavement rehabilitation and resurfacing of the eastbound and westbound Route 2 roadway, drainage modifications, safety improvements to upgrade guiderail to current standards, and rehabilitation and improvements to the various bridges within the Project limits.
CTDOT Project No. 0028-0211 was awarded at an original cost of $43,699,900.00 on January 6, 2025, work is being performed by Tilcon CT, and is scheduled to be completed August 10, 2027. This project is administered by the Bureau of Engineering and Construction, Office of Construction, District 2 in Norwich.
NEW LANE CLOSURES/DETOUR INFO
- The left lane is closed in the area of Exit 20 westbound.
CURRENT LANE CLOSURES/DETOUR INFO
- The left lane is closed in the area of Exit 20 eastbound
- The right lane is closed in the area of Exit 23 eastbound
- The right shoulder and right lane are closed in the area of Exit 23 westbound
- Nightly lane closures in various areas on stretches between Exit 20 and 25 on Route 2.
- Nightly ramp closures on various exit ramps within project limits in both directions. Traffic will follow posted detours.
- Occasional daytime lane closures in various areas on stretches between Exit 20 and 25 in both directions.
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.