Ramp Closures Announced For Wrong-Way Driver Detection On I-691 In Meriden

MERIDEN, CT — The Connecticut Department of Transportation is advising motorists of ramp closures and detours that will be in effect during wrong-way driver detection maintenance in Meriden in May.

The wrong-way driver detection maintenance and recertification will be performed on I-84 west and eastbound in Farmington, I-691 eastbound in Meriden and I-91 northbound in Windsor, according to an advisory from the state DOT.

Read more from the advisory below:

The locations and dates of work included are:

Monday, May 11: 7 p.m. – 3 a.m.

• I-84 East and Westbound at Exit 39 in Farmington
• I-84 Westbound at Exit 38 in Farmington
• I-84 East and Westbound Exit 37 in Farmington

Tuesday, May 12: 7 p.m. – 3 a.m.

• I-691 Eastbound at Exit 2A in Meriden
• I-691 Eastbound at Exit 3 in Meriden
• I-91 Northbound at Exit 36 in Windsor

The project DOT01703638CN consists of wrong-way driver preventative maintenance and recertification across District 1 in Connecticut. This project is being performed by State Forces, TAPCO, Fiber Optics Plus and Electrical Representatives.

LANE CLOSURE/DETOUR INFO

Traffic will follow posted detours and advised to seek alternate routes during the ramp closures listed above.

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.