Exit 56 on I-84 Eastbound Expected Closure Through October in East Hartford

The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) is announcing that bridge rehabilitation activities will be performed on Bridge No. 02380, I-84 Eastbound Exit 56 in East Hartford. This project started on Tuesday, May 27 and is now scheduled for completion on Monday, October 13, 2025. The project consists of pin and hanger rehabilitation on various bridges throughout District 1.

CTDOT Project No. 0170-3551 was awarded to Rotha Contracting Company, Inc. at a cost of $5,413,828.30 on December 28, 2022, and is scheduled to be completed on July 2, 2026. This project is administered by the Bureau of Engineering and Construction, Office of Construction, District 1 in Rocky Hill.

LANE CLOSURE/DETOUR INFO

Exit 56 on I-84 eastbound closure is being extended until Monday, October 13, 2025. Traffic will be detoured using two detour routes. Traffic will follow posted detours for Exit 53 on I-84 eastbound. Traffic control signing patterns and detour signage will guide motorists through the work zone and detours.

Motorists should be aware that modifications or extensions to this schedule may become necessary due to weather delays or other unforeseen conditions. Motorists are advised to maintain a safe speed when driving in this area.