# Dutch Point Viaduct Stage 2 Begins | Hartford News

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Podcast: [Hartford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/hartford-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7569670)
Published: 2026-07-06T09:25:49+00:00
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Drivers on I-91 southbound in Hartford brace for major changes as Stage 2 of the Dutch Point Viaduct project kicks off this week—with lane closures, traffic reroutes, and a massive $70.5M overhaul. The 1,800-foot bridge is getting a full structural upgrade: new deck, joints, lighting, bearings, and reinforced foundations to handle heavier loads like emergency vehicles. The State Street on-ramp will stay closed the entire time, while nighttime closures hit I-91 southbound 7 p.m. to 6 a.m., and daytime closures affect Whitehead Highway ramps 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Weather may delay work, and with Stage 1 already underway since March 2025, crews aim to finish by June 2027. Plan ahead and stay patient—this is a long-term fix for a critical piece of infrastructure. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/55bef1a3c6ffd00c

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