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CTDOT Project No. 0156-0181

The purpose of this project is to reduce traffic congestion, enhance traffic flow, and increase safety at Interstate 95 (I-95) Interchange 43 in the City of West Haven. The project involves the widening and reconstruction of I-95 at Interchange 43 and replacing two bridges carrying I-95 that are in poor condition: the I-95 bridge over First Avenue and the I-95 bridge over Metro-North Railroad.

Project Updates

Project Timeline


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Fall 2023 to Fall 2024

DESIGN PHASE

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Winter 2025

CONSTRUCTION BEGINS

3

Spring 2025

EXIT 43 NORTHBOUND RAMP TO I-95 CLOSED; DETOUR ROUTES ACTIVATED

4

2027

CONSTRUCTION COMPLETED & DETOUR ROUTES DEACTIVATED 

Photo Gallery

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A map highlighting Interchange 43 and the two I-95 bridges to be replaced. 

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Drone photo of the I-95 bridge over First Avenue

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A photo of the I-95 bridge over First Avenue from the street

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Drone photo of the I-95 bridge over Metro-North Railroad

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A road-level photo of the I-95 bridge over Metro-North Railroad.