Project Elements
The project includes a new bridge deck with an upgraded drainage system, new parapets that meet the latest federal standards, and new standard highway lights. The project also includes the metallizing of bridge girder beam ends and steel strengthening repairs to bridge girders to increase load carrying capacity. Bridge bearings will be replaced or repaired. New micropiles and concrete encasement of steel pier bents will strengthen the substructure of the bridge and increase load carrying capacity.
Project Detour
Reconstruction of the bridge deck will require the closure of the State Street on-ramp to I-91 southbound for approximately 24 months. The closure and implementation of the detour are anticipated to start in late 2024. Visit the Traffic Alerts and Detours page for more details.
Project Schedule
This project is being delivered using the Design-Build method. The design phase of the project is currently in progress and will continue concurrently with construction activities, which are expected to start in the fall of 2024. Replacement of the bridge deck is expected to start shortly after completion of the superstructure design phase in late 2024 and will continue through 2026. The substructure design phase is anticipated to be completed in the spring of 2025 and will continue through 2026. The project is expected to be completed in late 2026.
