Statewide - develop, implement and evaluate a new strategic highway safety plan (SHSP).

Federal Grant Award Summary

The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) received a Formula Grant award of $129,707.73 from the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) under the Highway Planning and Construction program (CFDA 20.205), effective May 15, 2025. The grant funds the statewide development, implementation, and evaluation of Connecticut's Strategic Highway Safety Plan (SHSP) for the 2027-2031 period, with a project completion date of May 31, 2030. This planning initiative supports FHWA's broader mission to enhance transportation infrastructure safety and coordination across the state.

Under this award, CTDOT will develop comprehensive strategic highway safety planning capabilities to address critical transportation safety needs throughout Connecticut. The deliverables include the creation and implementation of a coordinated statewide safety plan that evaluates existing conditions and establishes priorities for highway safety improvements, aligning with federal requirements under 23 U.S.C. and implementing regulations. As a state-administered program, CTDOT will leverage this funding to enhance its planning and coordination functions, which serve as the foundation for subsequent highway safety projects and infrastructure improvements across the state.

Project description

Statewide - develop, implement and evaluate a new strategic highway safety plan (SHSP) for connecticut for 2027-2031. Term project through 05/31/2030 (OTHER).