6-Month DOT Highway Paving Project Underway In Tolland, Vernon — Delays Anticipated

TOLLAND, CT — Drivers should be aware that overnight traffic on Interstate 84 will be periodically disrupted for roughly six months as part of a major resurfacing project in Vernon and Tolland.

The Connecticut Department of Transportation said milling and paving operations began this week and is slated to run through Nov. 30.

The project consists of:

• 7.92 miles on eastbound side
• 3.07 miles on the westbound side

DOT officials said there will be intermittent lane closures on I-84, Sundays through Thursdays, during the hours of 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. Traffic control signing patterns, state troopers, municipal police, and flaggers will guide motorists through work zones.

In addition, various on- and off-ramps for the section of I-84 (including Exits 66, 67 and 68) may be periodically closed to support milling and paving operations, DOT officials said.

Traffic will be detoured to the nearest ramp, following clearly marked detour signs with temporary traffic control, DOT officials said.

DOT officials said, "Motorists should be aware that changes or extensions to the schedule may be necessary due to weather delays or other unforeseen conditions. Motorists are advised to maintain a safe speed when driving in this area"