The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) is set to hold a virtual public information meeting regarding the rehabilitation of Bridge No. 00374, which carries Route 2 over the Hockanum River in East Hartford. The meeting will take place on Wednesday, July 2, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. via Zoom. Interested participants are required to register for the event.
This meeting aims to provide the public and local community with an opportunity to comment or ask questions about the proposed project. A question and answer session will follow the presentation, which will be recorded. For details on accessing the meeting and submitting comments or questions, individuals can visit https://portal.ct.gov/DOTEastHartford0042-0331.
Connecticut Department of Transportation Project Manager Francisco Fadul emphasized the importance of addressing structural deficiencies impacting the bridge: “Addressing the structural deficiencies impacting this bridge will extend its service life, improve the condition rating, and provide overall safer travel for all roadway users crossing the Hockanum River.” He encouraged public participation to gather feedback that could be incorporated into the design.
No right-of-way impacts are anticipated with this project. Construction is expected to begin in spring 2028, contingent upon funding availability and permit approvals. The estimated construction cost is approximately $17.4 million, funded by 80% federal funds and 20% state funds.
For those with limited internet access, there is an option to listen to the meeting by calling (877) 853-5257 and entering Meeting ID 845 1654 2929. Individuals with hearing or speech disabilities may use Telecommunications Relay Services by dialing 711. Those who require project information by mail can contact Francisco Fadul at Francisco.Fadul@ct.gov or (860) 594-2078 within one week.
Language assistance requests should be made at least five business days before the meeting by contacting CTDOT Language Assistance Call Line at (860) 594-2109. Non-English language closed captioning will also be available on Zoom during the event.
Following the meeting, members of the public have a two-week period until Wednesday, July 16, 2025, to submit comments and questions via email at DOTProject0042-0331@ct.gov or phone at (860) 594-2020.
