Traffic & Transit

Danbury Road To Close Around The Clock For 2 Weeks: What To Know

Danbury drivers should prepare for significant traffic changes as a road project gets underway next week.

DANBURY, CT — A section of Gregory Street will close to through traffic around the clock for approximately two weeks beginning Monday, Oct. 19, as Eversource continues its Underground Cable Modernization Project, according to Danbury Emergency Management.

The closure will affect Gregory Street between Hilltop Manor and Fairmount Drive, with traffic restrictions in place 24 hours a day.

The changes are expected to remain in effect through Monday, Nov. 2.

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Local drivers who need access to Gregory Street should follow the posted detour using Fairmount Drive and Hilltop Manor, officials said.

Through traffic will also be directed along a signed detour route.

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Danbury Emergency Management is urging motorists to follow posted traffic signs and allow additional travel time while the work is underway.

The closure is part of Eversource's Underground Cable Modernization Project, although officials did not provide additional details about the work planned for this section of Gregory Street.

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