The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) will conduct a virtual public information meeting concerning the rehabilitation of four bridges carrying Route 72 in New Britain and Plainville, on Thursday, April 17, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. The virtual public information meeting is being held to provide the public and local community the opportunity to learn more and ask questions about the construction project. The meeting will take place on Zoom, and registration is required. A question and answer (Q&A) session will immediately follow the presentation, which will be recorded. For instructions on accessing the meeting and ways to ask questions, please visit http://portal.ct.gov/DOTProject171-501
“The purpose of the project is to preserve the condition of the bridges, thus extending the useful service life of these structures and maintaining a state of good repair,” said Connecticut Department of Transportation Project Manager Ryan Beaulieu. “We encourage the public to attend this meeting to share their feedback with the CTDOT project team to incorporate into the design.”
Construction is anticipated to begin spring 2025. The estimated cost is approximately $34 million, with 80% federal funds and 20% state funds. Right of way impacts are not anticipated.
Individuals with limited internet access can listen to the meeting by calling (877) 853-5257 and enter Meeting ID 823 0848 2200. Individuals with hearing and/or speech disabilities may dial 711 for Telecommunications Relay Services (TRS). Individuals with limited internet access may also request that project information be mailed to them within one week by contacting RT72DB@manafort.com or (860) 560-1847.
Language assistance may be requested by contacting the CTDOT Language Assistance Call Line (860) 594-2109. Requests should be made at least five business days prior to the meeting. Language assistance is provided at no cost to the public and efforts will be made to respond to timely requests for assistance.
be posted after the meeting in the list of CTDOT virtual public meetings on Youtube
Members of the public can submit comments and questions during the two-week public comment period following the meeting. Please submit comments and questions by Thursday, May 1, 2025, to RT72DB@manafort.com or (860) 560-1847. Please reference Project No. 0171-0501 in the email or voicemail.