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11/30/2015
Gov. Malloy: 2015 Marks Fourth Straight Year of Increases in Funding and Mileage for State Road Resurfacing Program
(HARTFORD, CT) - Governor Dannel P. Malloy today announced that the Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) has resurfaced 330 two-lane miles of roadways this construction season - about 25 miles more than 2014, and nearly 90 more miles than the prior year. The additional mileage was the result of an additional $5.7 million state investment into the CTDOT road program and marks the fourth consecutive year of increases in road resurfacing.
"We have stepped up the pace of road resurfacing in Connecticut in recent years, and we are committed to continuous improvement as we work toward a best-in-class highway system for commuters, truckers, and tourists alike," Governor Malloy said. "We are committed to maintaining and upgrading our infrastructure so that we can continue driving growth, economic development, and job creation while improving overall quality of life for our residents."
In total, CTDOT spent $74.6 million on road resurfacing this year, compared with $68.9 million last year for 304 two-lane miles. The department has typically done between 225-250 miles annually. CTDOT is responsible for the maintenance of more than 4,100 miles of roads and highways throughout Connecticut.
"We work hard to keep Connecticut roads and highways in a state of good repair and I'm pleased that we could add the additional miles this year well in time for the winter snow and ice season," said CTDOT Commissioner James P. Redeker. "Jobs and economic growth depend on a safe and reliable transportation network - and that requires consistent, sustained investment."
Recent History of ConnDOT Road Resurfacing Program:
2015: 330 miles, $74.6 million
2014: 304 miles, $68.9 million
2013: 242 miles, $57 million
2012: 223 miles, $57 million
2011: 271 miles, $50 million
2010: 241 miles, $50 million
2009: 216 miles, $49 million
2008: 265 miles, $54 million
2007: 165 miles, $48 million
2006: 191 miles, $42 million
2005: 253 miles, $49 million
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