District 1; address steel beam end deterioration on various non-interstate bridges

The Federal Highway Administration awarded Connecticut's Department of Transportation a formula grant of $18.92 million under the Highway Planning and Construction program (CFDA 20.205) on September 18, 2025, to address steel beam end deterioration on non-interstate bridges within the Capital Region Council of Governments (CRCOG) District 1. The project will utilize Ultra High Performance Concrete (UHPC) technology to rehabilitate and preserve multiple bridges, including facilities both on and off the National Highway System (NHS), with an ultimate completion date of November 30, 2031. This infrastructure preservation initiative supports Connecticut's broader bridge rehabilitation portfolio and falls within the Federal Highway Administration's statutory mission to fund highway and bridge improvement projects through state-administered formula allocations.

Connecticut DOT, as the prime recipient, will oversee project implementation and likely distribute sub-awards to municipalities and local public bodies within District 1 for eligible bridge rehabilitation work. The award represents a targeted investment in preventive bridge maintenance that extends service life and addresses structural deterioration before more costly reconstruction becomes necessary, consistent with the Highway Planning and Construction program's emphasis on bridge preservation and rehabilitation activities on public roads.

Project description

District 1; address steel beam end deterioration on various non-interstate bridges in the capital region council of governments (CRCOG) of district 1 using ultra high performance concrete (UHPC). Includes bridges both on and off the NHS. (CN)