On Wednesday, Jan. 28, at 6:30 p.m., at Lyme Town Hall, the Town of Lyme will host a public information meeting on replacement of the Day Hill Road Bridge over Roaring Brook.
The Connecticut Department of Transportation released the following statement:
Members of the public are invited to
CONNECTICUT DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
IN-PERSON PUBLIC INFORMATION MEETING
State Project No. 0074-0071
Replacement of Bridge No. 05818 Carrying Day Hill Road over Roaring Brook
In Lyme
January 28, 2026 6:30 p.m.
The purpose of this meeting is to provide the community with an opportunity to learn about the proposed project and allow an open discussion of any views and comments concerning the proposed improvements. A Q&A session will immediately follow the presentation.
The purpose of this project is to address the deterioration and improve the safety of the bridge with a replacement structure that meets all current design standards.
Right-of-way impacts are associated with this project will take place on private property and will consist of temporary construction easements for access, grading, and water handling, as well as a slope easement for safety and support of the roadway.
Construction is expected to start in 2028, depending on funding, right-of-way acquisition, and permits. The estimated cost is $3.8 million, with 80% federal funds and 20% state funds.
The public can submit comments and questions during two-week public comment period following meeting. Direct comments and questions by February 11, 2026 to: DOT-FLBP@ct.gov, 860-594-2020, or Hayley N. Martin at Hayley.Martin@ct.gov.
ACCESSIBILITY
The meeting will be held in-person at the Lyme Town Hall, 480 Hamburg Rd, Lyme, CT 06371 and a question and answer (Q&A) session will immediately follow the presentation.