Gov. Malloy: State Resurfaced 260 Two-Lane Miles of Roadways in 2017
Press Release
Governor Dannel P. Malloy today announced that the Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) resurfaced a total of 260 two-lane miles of roadways this construction season. Approximately 55 two-lane miles of that amount was completed under CTDOT's Pavement Preservation Program, which includes crack filling, surface patching, drainage repairs, and other rehabilitation work to extend the life of existing roadways.
The department is responsible for the maintenance of more than 4,100 miles of roads and highways throughout Connecticut and typically resurfaces around 250 to 300 miles annually.
"We are committed to continuous improvement of Connecticut's roadways as we work toward a best-in-class highway system for commuters, truckers, and tourists alike," Governor Malloy said. "Investing in our transportation system is critical if we want to drive economic growth, boost development, create jobs, and improve the overall quality of life for our residents. However, the ability to complete even routine maintenance is at risk if we fail to address the looming deficits in the Special Transportation Fund. If we want to compete for the jobs of the future, investing in our transportation system isn't optional. The time for action is now."
In total, CTDOT spent $69 million on road resurfacing this year. As Governor Malloy has previously noted, highway and bridge repairs -- in addition to planned updates to the transportation system -- would be put at risk starting in 2019 without new revenue in the Special Transportation Fund.
Recent history of the CTDOT Road Resurfacing Program:
2017: 260 miles, $69 million
2016: 302 miles, $72.9 million
2015: 330 miles, $74.6 million
2014: 305 miles, $68.9 million
2013: 242 miles, $57 million
2012: 223 miles, $57 million
2011: 271 miles, $50 million
2010: 241 miles, $50 million
2009: 216 miles, $49 million
2008: 265 miles, $54 million
2007: 165 miles, $48 million
2006: 191 miles, $42 million
2005: 253 miles, $49 million
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