Bridge Reconstruction with Alternating One-way Traffic in Meriden

The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) is announcing the start of alternating one-way traffic controlled by a temporary traffic signal on the Murdock Avenue Bridge over I-91 in Meriden, to facilitate ongoing bridge replacement activities, will begin on Thursday, August 27, 2026 (with a rain date of Sunday, August 30) at 12:00 a.m. In preparation of this, traffic signalization will be installed during the week of August 17 with alternating traffic directed by police and/or flagmen. The alternating one-way traffic pattern will allow one lane on the bridge to remain open during the replacement of the bridge which will last for approximately two years.

The bridge work will include both day and night work, demolition of bridge decks and abutments, saw cutting, reconstruction, and back-up alarms which can create noise. We will monitor the noise levels as required to ensure compliance as outlined in CTDOT's Standard Specifications. For the latest on the project visit our project website at https://i-91i-691route15interchange.com/.

CTDOT Project No. 0079-0240 was awarded to O&G Industries at a cost of $262,642,583.27 on March 5, 2026, and is scheduled to be completed in November 2030. This project is administered by the Bureau of Engineering and Construction, Office of Construction, District 1 in Rocky Hill, CT.

LANE CLOSURE INFO

Alternating one-way traffic on the Murdock Avenue Bridge over I-91: A traffic signal control will be in place to guide motorists through the work zone for the duration of the bridge reconstruction.

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.