Changes Coming To Route 1 In Milford: Here's What You Need To Know

MILFORD, CT – Plans are being developed to improve drainage and roadway conditions on U.S. Route 1 in Milford.

“These roadway and drainage improvements will help ensure Route 1 in Milford is capable of handling both routine and unusual storm events,” Stephen Hall said, Connecticut Department of Transportation Project Manager. “This is part of a larger program to upgrade aging and deficient drainage systems, as well as to improve safety and access in communities across Connecticut.”

The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CDOT) Office of Engineering is developing plans to alter the existing drainage network near the Milvon Substation to alleviate routine flooding.

The project also includes roadway improvements at the intersection of Route 1 (Bridgeport Avenue) and Schoolhouse Road to improve traffic operations.

Project design is expected to be completed in the winter of 2025, with construction anticipated to start in the summer of 2026, assuming acceptance of the project, availability of funding and receipt of any required right-of-way and environmental permits.

The project will be undertaken with 80 percent federal and 20 percent state funds.

A public informational meeting will be held after completing the preliminary design.

For questions or comments on the project, contact 860-594-2591 or Stephen.hall@ct.gov. When calling, refer to State Project No. 0083-0275.