Connecticut DOT to Host Public Meeting for Bridge Replacement in Wallingford
Bridge Replacement Project In Wallingford Gets Public Information Meeting

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The Connecticut Department of Transportation will hold a hybrid public meeting on June 24 to discuss the replacement of multiple bridges over Interstate-91 in Wallingford. The meeting aims to gather public feedback on the project, which has an estimated cost of $60-90 million and is set to begin in spring 2028.
- 01The meeting will take place on June 24 at 6 p.m. at Wallingford Town Hall and via Zoom.
- 02Bridge No. 03133 carrying Carpenter Lane has been added to the project scope.
- 03The estimated construction cost for the project is between $60-90 million.
- 04Funding will be sourced from 80% federal funds and 20% state funds.
- 05A public comment period will follow the meeting, allowing feedback until July 8, 2026.
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The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) is organizing a hybrid public information meeting on June 24 at 6 p.m. to discuss the replacement of several bridges over Interstate-91 in Wallingford, Connecticut. The meeting will be held at Wallingford Town Hall and virtually via Zoom, requiring prior registration. This meeting follows a previous session held on September 24, 2025, and will focus on the addition of Bridge No. 03133 carrying Carpenter Lane to the project scope. Project Manager Richard Prescott emphasized that the initiative aims to enhance safety and mobility for travelers while extending the lifespan of the bridges. The construction is projected to start in spring 2028, pending funding and permit approvals, with costs estimated between $60-90 million. The project will be financed primarily through federal funds. Public comments will be accepted for two weeks post-meeting, and language assistance will be available upon request.
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The bridge replacement project aims to improve transportation safety and mobility in Wallingford.
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