Vermont Agency of Transportation This weekly report is a list of planned construction activities that will have traffic impacts on state highways and interstates throughout Vermont for the Week of August 21. Some projects are not included in the report this week as they have been temporarily suspended due to flood damage, the work site is inaccessible, or the contractors were repositioned to assist AOT with emergency response and repairs. Please remember to drive safely in all work zones. Lives depend on it.
Interstates
I-89 Brookfield-Montpelier – Motorists can expect lane closures Monday through Friday from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., and a grooved traveling surface with uneven lanes. The speed limit is reduced to 55 mph from MM 36.60 to Exit 8.
I-89 Richmond – Southbound and northbound high-speed lanes will be closed from 5:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday through Friday, and the right shoulder remains closed within the project limits.
I-89 Sharon – The Sharon Welcome Center on I-89 northbound will be closed for parking lot paving and facility maintenance. There will be no public access to the facility or parking area, and the building will remain closed during this period. The Welcome Center will reopen on Friday, August 25, 2023, at 7 a.m.
I-89 White River Junction – Our partners at NHDOT are working on a multi-year bridge replacement project on I-89 over the Connecticut River. Motorists should expect daily lane closures and speed reductions over the northbound and southbound bridges.
I-91 Barton-Derby – A paving project continues on I-91 from Exit 25 in Barton to Exit 27 in Derby. Daily, single-lane closures will be implemented in both directions Monday through Friday, with a speed limit reduction to 55 mph in the work zone.
I-91 Bradford – Permanent, single-lane closures have been established on I-91 in both directions near Exit 16 while crews work on maintenance repairs to multiple bridges. A full-stop configuration has been implemented for traffic entering I-91 northbound from Exit 16. A speed limit reduction to 55 mph is in place through the work zones.
I-91 Fairlee-St. Johnsbury – Permanent, single-lane closures have been implemented for multiple bridge maintenance work zones in Newbury on I-91 northbound near Exit 17, and southbound between Exits 16 and 17, and in the southbound lanes in St. Johnsbury near Exit 20. The Exit 20 southbound on-ramp remains closed with a signed detour in place. In Fairlee, a full deck replacement over Lake Morey Road has necessitated a temporary crossover for northbound traffic at Exit 15. Lane width and speed limit reductions are currently in effect for all these work zones. The placement of concrete for the deck has been scheduled for Tuesday, August 22, and traffic on Lake Morey Road in the work zone will be reduced to a one-way alternating pattern with flaggers.
I-91 Lyndon-Barton – Travelers can expect grooved pavement, uneven lanes, and daily lane closures both northbound and southbound in the vicinity of active construction between Exit 23 and Exit 25 from Monday to Friday between 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Speed is reduced to 55 mph in the work zone.
I-91 Westminster – A bridge deck replacement project on I-91 over Vermont Route 121 is underway. A crossover is in effect with a speed reduction to 55 mph and fines are doubled for speeding within the construction zone. VT 121 will be closed to through-traffic on Thursday, August 24, from 5 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the location of the interstate bridges. The detour route will utilize U.S. Route 5, the I-91 Access Road, and Back Westminster Road.
I-91 Westminster-Springfield – A resurfacing project is underway along I-91 North between Westminster and Springfield. Motorists can expect multiple traffic control packages with lane closures between Exit 5 and Exit 8.
Around the State
Barre City – A roadway improvement project is underway at the intersection of VT 14/Maple Avenue and Merchant Street. Motorists can expect short to moderate delays with a single-lane closure with alternating one-way traffic.
Barre Town – A bridge replacement project is underway in Barre Town for Bridge #21 over Jail Branch. Bridge #21 and VT 110 between Old Route 302 and the Waterman/Websterville intersection remain closed to traffic. Motorists can expect minimal traffic impacts.
Bennington-Pownal – Crews will be conducting cleanup and shoulder work along VT 279 this week. Along U.S. 7 at the Massachusetts-Vermont border, crews will be making improvements to shoulders, ditches, and guard rails, along with completing paving activities. Drivers should expect flaggers, lane closures, and delays in the various work zones.
Berlin – A bridge replacement project continues along U.S. 302. Motorists can expect a single-lane closure with alternating one-way traffic and a speed reduction to 25 mph in the work zone.
Brattleboro-Hinsdale – The VT 142 closure period has been extended to Friday, September 8, 2023. VT 142 is closed from the intersection with Royal Road to 28 Vernon Street for roadway approach work for a bridge project. Separate signed detours for cars and trucks remain active.
Brattleboro-Newfane – A resurfacing project is underway along VT 30. Motorists can expect moderate delays and multiple traffic control packages with alternating one-way traffic between Brattleboro and Newfane. Motorists should exercise caution while driving through the project limits as there are varying roadway surfaces, including gravel. Speed limits have been reduced to 40 mph in the work zone.
Burlington – A roadway project continues along Shelburne Road and Shelburne Street, U.S. 7/South Willard Street (to the intersection with U.S. 2), and Alternate U.S. 7 (North/South Winooski Avenue, St. Paul Street.) to the intersection with Riverside Avenue. Nighttime work hours are 7 p.m. to 6 a.m. Sunday through Thursday. Expect delays in the vicinity of active operations. Parking restrictions will be in effect throughout the week on various portions of the project.
Charlotte-South Burlington – A roadway resurfacing project is underway along U.S. 7 from Shelburne to South Burlington. Nighttime work hours are 7 p.m. to 6 a.m. Sunday through Thursday. Flagged, alternating traffic will be required in the vicinity of active operations. Delays may occur, particularly in the evening hours.
Chester – A culvert replacement project is underway along VT 10 just east of its intersection with VT 103. Travelers should expect short delays with one-way alternating traffic controlled by temporary signals.
Colchester – A roadway improvement project along the U.S. 2/7 corridor at I-89 Exit 16 will cause lane closures along U.S. 2/7 between Mountain View Drive and South Park Drive. Between 7 p.m. and 6 a.m., at least one travel lane will remain open in each direction. Between 6 a.m. and 3 p.m., only a single travel lane may be closed in each direction. A portion of Mountain View Drive at its intersection with U.S. Route 2/7 will have lane reductions.
Essex Crescent Connector Project – Work will continue on Railroad Street with a focus on the Maple Street end of the project. Railroad Street will be available for local traffic; however, parallel parking spaces will not be available. Parking will be available in the public parking lot behind Firebird Café and on Ivy Lane.
Fairlee – The bridge deck concrete placement for the I-91 northbound bridge over Lake Morey Road has been scheduled for Tuesday, August 24. During this time, traffic on Lake Morey Road in the work zone will be reduced to a one-way alternating pattern with flaggers.
Hartford – A bridge replacement project is underway in Hartford on Bridge #7 on the VA Cutoff Road. VT 14 between Ferry Crossing Road and Christian Street remains closed. A signed detour is in place along the VA Cut Off Road, Mill Road, U.S. 4/5, and VT 14. Bike and pedestrian access are being maintained on VT 14. Motorists can expect minimal traffic impacts throughout the project limits.
Hartland – The Hartland 3 Corners intersection reconfiguration project continues while crews install base pavement and sidewalk curbing. Motorists should expect flagged traffic at the U.S. 5/VT 12/Quechee Road intersection throughout the week.
Killington – A bridge replacement project is underway on U.S. 4 east of the Skyeship Gondola. The U.S. 4 Bridge #33 over the Ottauquechee River remains closed, with traffic continuing to use the temporary bridge located just upstream of the existing bridge. Mission Farm Road remains closed at its intersection with U.S. 4. Motorists should expect potential intermittent short stoppages along U.S. 4 near the existing bridge.
A culvert replacement project is underway on U.S. 4 at Spring Hill Road. The phase one detour is open, with traffic shifting to the south side of U.S. 4. The phase one detour is narrow with added curvature to its alignment and motorists are encouraged to reduce their speed throughout the work zone.
Marshfield-Danville – A resurfacing project is underway along U.S. 2. with lane closures and alternating one-way traffic between Plainfield and Marshfield. Motorists are advised to follow the posted speed limit and travel with caution as areas of the roadway are scarified and have a gravel surface with no markings indicating the centerline and edge line.
Montpelier – A resurfacing project is underway along U.S. 2 and U.S. 302. Motorists can expect lane closures and alternating one-way traffic on U.S. 302 from the project limits at the Berlin/Montpelier town line to the intersection with U.S. 2 at the roundabout, and along U.S. 2 beginning at the Middlesex/Montpelier town line and continuing on U.S. 2 to the eastern end of the project limits, near the Berlin/Montpelier town line.
New Haven – Traffic on VT 17 near East Street and Sawyer Road in New Haven will be controlled by two temporary traffic signals, allowing for alternating one-way traffic. Minor delays and rough road conditions can be expected.
North Hero – A bridge deck replacement project is underway on the Mother's Bridge on U.S. 2 over Lake Champlain between North Hero and Alburgh. A lane closure is in effect regulated by temporary signals and motorists should expect delays and periods of stopped traffic. A width restriction (12-foot travel lane) is also in place through the work zone.
Plymouth – A bridge deck replacement project is underway along VT 100 1.5 miles south of the intersection of VT 100 and VT 100A. A speed limit reduction to 40 mph is in effect with an alternating one-way traffic pattern regulated by temporary signals. Motorists can expect minor delays through the work zone.
Poultney – A bridge replacement project is ongoing at the intersection of Thrall Road and River Street where the yield-to-alternating traffic pattern remains in place. Construction traffic can be expected at both abutments.
Richmond – Crews will continue working on the replacement of Bridge #29 along U.S. 2 over I-89. Travelers can expect lane closures with traffic control and one lane of alternating travel.
Richmond-Bolton – The rehabilitation of U.S. 2 continues, and motorists can expect delays within work areas due to one-way alternating traffic, Monday through Friday for both daytime and nighttime work operations. Motorists are encouraged to slow down and can expect to be traveling on areas of gravel surfaces between Willis Farm Road and the I-89 interchange.
Royalton – Construction for the VT 14 railroad bridge replacement and roadway realignment is ongoing. Traffic is currently reduced to one lane with temporary traffic signals. Motorists should be aware of the 12’-1” overpass clearance and follow signage. There will be nighttime work Thursday through Saturday, August 24, 25, and 26.
Stowe-Cambridge – An environmental restoration/parking area and stormwater improvement project is underway along Scenic VT 108 “The Notch” between Stowe and Cambridge. Motorists may encounter periods of one-way alternating traffic as work continues at areas between the former Long Trail and Hell Brook North Parking Areas. NOTE: Tractor trailers are prohibited from the “The Notch” road.
Thetford – NHDOT is leading a rehabilitation of the East Thetford-Lyme Bridge along VT 113. While the bridge is closed for construction, there are two signed detour routes in place along I-91 connecting Fairlee, VT and Orford, NH in the north, and Norwich, VT and Hanover, NH in the south.
Westminster – VT 121 will be closed to through-traffic on Thursday, August 24, from 5 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the location of the interstate bridges. The detour route will utilize U.S. 5, the I-91 Access Road, and Back Westminster Road.
Williston – Motorists can expect a long-term lane shift on U.S. 2 between Gregory Drive in South Burlington and Adams Court in Williston. Flaggers will be present to assist construction vehicles in and out of the work area. Minimal impacts to traffic are expected, but motorists should be ready for possible lane shifts within the work area to allow for equipment operations.
Williston Park and Ride – The construction of a new park-and-ride facility along VT 2A continues. One-way alternating traffic will be required on VT 2A between 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and drivers are asked to use caution and to expect delays when traveling through the project area.
Wilmington-Brattleboro – A resurfacing project is underway on VT 9. Motorists can expect minimal traffic delays and alternating one-way traffic as crews conduct punch list work and cleanup activities. Flaggers will be present to assist motorists through the work zone.
