Connecticut Department of Transportation
02/20/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 02/20/2026 14:48
Vegetation Management Safety Improvements on I-95 Southbound Between Exit 55 and 54 in Branford
Vegetation Management Safety Improvements on I-95 Southbound Between Exit 55 and 54 in Branford
2/20/2026
The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) is announcing that a vegetation management safety improvement operation will be performed on I-95 southbound in Branford. This project is scheduled to occur on Monday, March 2 and be completed on Friday, April 3, 2026.
To ensure the safety of the public, CTDOT is removing dead, diseased, and decaying trees. Additionally, trees and vegetation that have grown into the clear zone, which is the safety space along the side of the roadway, are also being removed. This work helps save lives in the event of a crash or vehicle leaving the roadway.
LANE CLOSURE/DETOUR INFO
Motorists can expect right lane closures on I-95 southbound in Branford between Exit 55 and exit 54 from Monday, March 2 to Friday, April 3, 2026, during the hours of 7:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m., Monday night to Friday morning. Traffic control signing patterns, State Troopers will guide motorists through the work zone.
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. No work will be performed around any scheduled holidays.
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