Community Corner
New Canaan's West Road Bridge Replacement Begins July 20
The bridge located just north of Turtleback Road will be closed to all traffic starting as soon as July 20.
Press release from the Town of New Canaan:
July 14, 2020
Under the State Local Bridge Program, the Town of New Canaan is replacing Bridge No. 089012 which carries West Road over the Rippowam River.
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The Bridge that is located just north of Turtleback Road will be closed to all traffic starting as soon as July 20, 2020. Signage is in place (currently bagged) to redirect traffic. Also attached is the detour plan for clarity.
The new bridge will reduce the frequency overtopping of the roadway, and the bridge will pass the 50-year design flood event. The project also includes sight line improvements and has been designed aesthetically to fit into the surrounding areas.
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The new bridge is scheduled to open between Thanksgiving and Christmas.
This press release was produced by the Town of New Canaan. The views expressed here are the author's own.
