The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) will conduct an in-person public information meeting concerning the replacement of Bridge No. 01571 carrying Route 263 over East Branch Naugatuck River in Winchester on Thursday, October 17, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. at Winchester Town Hall at 338 Main Street in Winsted.
The public information meeting is being held to provide the public and local community the opportunity to learn about the proposed project and allow for an open discussion of any comments and questions regarding the proposed project. A Q&A session will immediately follow a formal presentation. For additional information, visit https://portal.ct.gov/dotwinchester0162-0159
“This project will replace the existing single span bridge with a single span precast three-sided rigid frame structure with wingwalls, supported on a deep foundation that utilizes micropiles,” said Connecticut Department of Transportation Project Manager Jonathan Kempf. “We encourage the public to attend this meeting to share their feedback with the CTDOT project team to incorporate into the design.”
The purpose of the project is to replace Bridge No. 01571 to address the poor condition of the existing superstructure. Additionally, the existing roadway must be widened to accommodate the minimum roadway width required by current state standards. The proposed structure is a single span, precast three-sided rigid frame structure with wingwalls, supported on a deep foundation utilizing micropiles.
The area of Route 263 between West Road and Blue Street will be closed to pedestrian, bicycle, and vehicular traffic for the duration of the construction. The proposed detour is approximately 16 miles, utilizing state routes.
There are right-of-way impacts associated with the proposed improvements. Permanent right-of-way acquisitions will be required to accommodate wingwalls and for roadway stabilization. Temporary right-of-way acquisitions will include easements to accommodate temporary construction activities.
Construction is anticipated to begin spring 2027. The estimated cost is $4.9 million, undertaken with 80% federal funds and 20% state funds.
Members of the public can submit comments and questions during the two-week public comment period following the meeting. Please direct comments and questions by October 31, 2024, to DOTProject0162-0159@ct.gov (860) 594-2020, or Jonathan Kempf at Jonathan.Kempf@ct.gov or (860) 594-3308.