The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) is developing plans to replace the existing 1,800 foot section of wooden noise barrier along I-95 northbound, between Exits 32 (West Broad Street on–ramp) and 33 (Ferry Boulevard/East Main Street off–ramp) in Stratford. The guiderail adjacent to the noise barrier will also be upgraded under this project.
The project is included in a CTDOT condition–based program to replace wooden noise barriers that are beyond their useful life. The noise barrier will be replaced with a new noise barrier at the same location and dimensions. Since wooden noise barriers are no longer being installed because of their shorter design life and more extensive maintenance needs, the replacement noise barrier will be constructed of concrete or other materials that require less maintenance and have a longer design life. The replacement noise barrier will provide noise abatement in conformance with the criteria in place when the existing noise barrier was installed.
The present schedule indicates that the design will be completed in October of 2025, with construction anticipated to start in the Spring of 2026, assuming acceptance of the project, availability of funding, and receipt of any required right-of-way and environmental permits. This project will be undertaken with one hundred percent (100%) State funds.
Please advise this office of any work that may be contemplated in the vicinity of the project by any municipally owned utilities for coordination purposes.
It is the CTDOT's policy to keep the public informed and involved when such projects are undertake and important that the community share its concerns with the CTDOT to assist in the project’s development. If you have any questions or wish to assist the CTDOT with this project, please contact me at the letterhead address or at (860) 594-3155, or by e-mail at Michael.Cherpak@ct.gov.