Project 0011-0161

Welcome to the webpage for Replacement of Bridge No. 01488 Carrying Route 178 over Wash Brook in Bloomfield.

A public informational meeting for the project will be held on Thursday, December 17, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. The meeting will be held in person at the Alvin & Beatrice Wood Human Services Center, located at 330 Park Avenue, Bloomfield, CT 06002 in Room 131. This meeting aims to inform the community about the proposed project, gather feedback, and answer any questions.

This project involves the replacement of Bridge No. 01488 due to the load rating capacity of the existing structure coupled with hydraulic inadequacy. The proposed structure is a precast prestressed concrete deck beam with a span length of approximately 60 feet that is founded on semi-integral abutments on piles. In addition to the bridge replacement, Route 178, within the project limits, will be raised approximately 4 feet to meet hydraulic requirements.

The project will result in temporary traffic impacts during construction and detailed information will be shared at the meeting. Travelers will be informed about anticipated temporary lane closures and traffic detours, as well as traffic safety measures.

There are right-of-way impacts associated with the proposed improvements. The project will require various temporary construction easements to provide access to the adjacent properties during construction. Additionally, permanent easements may be necessary for proposed grading to accommodate the increased vertical alignment of Route 178.

Construction is expected to start in spring 2029, depending on the availability of funding, right(s)-of-way acquisition, and permit(s). The estimated cost is $10.3 million, with 80% federal funds and 20% state funds.

The proposed project plans can be viewed here:

Comments and questions can be submitted during the two-week public comment period after the meeting by December 31, 2026, to:

Please reference State Project No. 0011-0161 in the email or voicemail.

Accessibility

The meeting location is ADA accessible.

Individuals with hearing and/or speech disabilities can dial 711 for Telecommunications Relay Services (TRS). Individuals may also request that project information be mailed to them within one (1) week by contacting Ken-Taro Plude at ken-taro.plude@ct.gov or 860-594-3343.

Language assistance may be requested by contacting the CTDOT Language Assistance Call Line (860) 594-2109. Requests should be made at least five (5) 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.

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