Connecticut DOT
The following is copy-pasted from the Connecticut DOT website:
Why is Route 8 asphalt being removed? Visit our FAQ page here to find out.
Work will continue during the daytime, 7AM to 3PM, Monday through Friday
- Both northbound and southbound traffic lanes have moved to the right shoulder to create a work area for median barrier replacement between Exit 20 and 22 (New Exits 17 – 18), and to create a second work area for median barrier replacement after Exit 22 (New Exit 18).
- Median barrier and median drainage are being replaced.
- Pipe repair and lining activities will continue throughout, northbound and southbound from Exit 15 to 22 (New Exits 12B-18).
Nighttime work will continue from 6PM to 6AM, Monday through Thursday
- This work is the continuation of the concrete pavement repair activities.
