Members of the public are invited to
CONNECTICUT DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
PUBLIC INFORMATION MEETING
State Project No. 0123-0069
Replacement of Bridge No. 04426 Carrying Gager Hill Road Over Merrick Brook
In Scotland
Thursday, January 23, 2025, 7:00 p.m.
Learn more & register: http://portal.ct.gov/DOTScotland123-69
The purpose of this meeting is to provide the community with an opportunity to learn about the proposed project and allow an open discussion of any views and comments concerning the proposed improvements. A Q&A session will immediately follow the presentation.
The purpose of this project is to address the deterioration of bridge by designing a replacement structure that meets all current design standards.
Right-of-way impacts are associated with this project which will take place on private property and will consist of temporary construction easements for access, grading, and water handling, as well as a slope easement for safety and support of highway.
Construction is anticipated to begin in 2027. The estimated construction cost for this project is approximately $2.7 million with 80% federal funds and 20% state funds.
The public can submit comments and questions during two-week public comment period following meeting. Direct comments and questions by Thursday, February 6, 2024 to: DOT-FLBP@ct.gov and 860-594-2020 or Michelle Rame Michelle.Rame@ct.gov.
ACCESSIBILITY
This meeting will be livestreamed on CTDOT's YouTube channel at youtube.com/@ctdotofficial, and closed captioning will be available. Non-English translation options will be available on Zoom and YouTube. The recording will also be posted immediately following the meeting in the list of CTDOT virtual public meetings at https://portal.ct.gov/ctdotVPIMarchive.
For limited internet access, call 877-853-5257 with Meeting ID 849 5713 8383. Project information can be mailed within one week by contacting Michelle Rame Michelle.Rame@ct.gov.
For hearing/speech disabilities, dial 711 for Telecommunications Relay Services (TRS). Request language assistance from CTDOT’s Language Assistance at (860) 594-2109 at least five business days before meeting.