The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) is announcing that construction work in preparation for the pavement preservation on Routes 179, 188 and 302 began May 2, 2022.

The project consists of the preservation of the existing bituminous pavement surface. The project scope involves replacing catch basin tops as needed, crack sealing, patching repairs to the existing pavement, the application of Asphalt Rubber Chip Seal over the existing pavement surface, and finally the installation of new pavement markings within the project limits.

DOT Project No. 0174-0454 was awarded to Comer Contracting, Inc. at a cost of $3,509,939.45 on April 14, 2022, and is scheduled to be completed on October 18, 2022. This project is administered by the Bureau of Engineering and Construction, Office of Construction, District 4 in Thomaston.

LANE CLOSURE INFO

Construction work that may interfere with normal traffic operations will take place Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 6 p.m. to 10 a.m.

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 vicinity.

FOR MORE INFORMATION:
860-594-2560
DOT.CustomerCare@ct.gov
Operating Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.