CTDOT Plans to Replace Noise Barriers Located Along I-84 Eastbound in East Hartford

The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) is developing plans to replace the three noise barriers located along I-84 Eastbound, in East Hartford.

The project is part of CTDOT's condition-based program to replace wooden noise barriers that are beyond their useful life. The existing systems will be replaced with a new system at the same location with the same height and length. Since wooden noise barriers are no longer being installed because of their shorter design life and more extensive maintenance needs, the replacement noise barrier will be constructed of concrete or other materials that are more durable and longer lasting. The replacement noise barrier will provide noise abatement in conformance with the criteria in place when the existing system was installed.

Replacements of the three deteriorated noise barriers on I-84 Eastbound will be at the following locations.

• Site 1 - Beginning at Interchange 58 (Roberts Street) Eastbound On-ramp and extending approximately 1900 feet.
• Site 2 - Beginning east of the Simmons Road overpass (Bridge No. 05555) and extending approximately 2500 feet.
• Site 3 - Beginning east of the Forbes Street overpass (Bridge No. 05556) and extending approximately 2400 feet.

The present schedule indicates that the design will be completed in the fall of 2028, with construction anticipated to start in the spring of 2029, assuming acceptance of the project, availability of funding, and receipt of any required right-of-way and environmental permits. This project will be undertaken with one hundred percent (100%) State funds.

It is CTDOT's policy to keep the public informed and involved when such projects are undertaken. It is important that the community shares its concerns with the CTDOT to assist in the project's development. If anyone has any questions or comments on this project, please contact Michael Cherpak, Principal Engineer, at (860) 594-3155 or by e-mail at [email protected]. Please make reference to State Project No. 0042-0334.