Reconstruction under way on Scoville Street

TORRINGTON — Public works crews have begun road reconstruction for the entire length of Scoville Street; the project is expected to continue into October.

This is the second road of the South End Reconstruction Project 2022.

Clarence and and Palmer Bridge streets will be started over the next few weeks, according to the department.

The project includes paving, sidewalks, curbing, drainage repairs, and associated miscellaneous work, which will provide for safer vehicular and pedestrian travel. The project is financed with city funds.

As part of the project, a section of Scoville will be made into a permanent one-way, from Palmer Bridge Street to Park Avenue. The one way direction of traffic will start with the beginning of this phase.

Drivers should expect daily traffic delays with one-way alternating traffic and daily road closures, allowing local traffic only. Drivers are advised to avoid these roads and use alternate routes. Emergency vehicles will be allowed at all times.

Parked vehicles are not permitted within the street right-of-way at any time of the day or night. Vehicles in violation will be ticketed and towed at the owners expense.

For more information, contact the City of Torrington Engineering Department at 860-489-2234, Mark_Austin@torringtonct.org or visit the Engineering Department website link for Construction Projects 2022/2023

Residents are also encouraged to sign up for the Torrington Alerts Community Notification System to keep up to date with project updates. Visit www.torringtonct.org/Alerts for more information.

City of Torrington / Contributed photo Construction began Sept. 6 on Scoville Street in Torrington.