I-84 Concept 1

Lane Continuity - Mainline

Introduction

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Concept 1 Overview

  • Create lane continuity to provide at least three lanes of travel in each direction
  • Eliminate left-hand exit ramps at Interchange 3 and Interchange 7
  • Improve horizontal curvature and vertical geometry, where possible
  • Maintain current alignment and right-of-way of I-84 to the greatest extent possible

Interchange 1 & Interchange 2 Area

  • Widening of the mainline to provide a consistent three travel lanes in each direction 
  • No interchange improvements are proposed

Interchange 3 Area

  • Lane continuity between Interchanges 3 and 4 in the eastbound direction
  • Left-hand ramps replaced by right-hand ramps at Interchange 3
  • Sharp curve on mainline reduced, allowing design speeds to meet design standards
  • Addition of a fourth travel lane in each direction east of Interchange 3 

Interchange 3 Slider Map

The map below allows you to compare improvements proposed under Concept 1 to existing conditions for the area near Interchange 3. Put your cursor on the slider symbol and press and hold your mouse button. Slide your mouse to the left and right.

Interchange 4 Area

  • I-84 westbound on-ramp relocated
  • Weaving of traffic on I-84 eastbound is not corrected.

Interchange 5 & Interchange 6 Area

  • Mainline widened to five travel lanes in each direction between Interchange 6 and Interchange 7
  • No interchange improvements are proposed
  • Does not provide access to Danbury Hospital

Interchange 7 Area

  • Left-hand ramps replaced by right-hand ramps at Interchange 7
  • Provision of three through lanes in each direction on I-84 for lane continuity
  • Provision of two lanes on Route 7 southbound at the merge with I-84

Interchange 7 Slider Map

The map below allows you to compare improvements proposed under Concept 1 to existing conditions for the area near Interchange 7. Put your cursor on the slider symbol and press and hold your mouse button. Slide your mouse to the left and right.

Interchange 8 Area

  • Provision of three through lanes in each direction on I-84 for lane continuity
  • Route 7 merges with I-84 eastbound on the right but weave is not corrected 
  • No interchange improvements are proposed

More concepts will be presented as they are developed. Please check www.I84Danbury.com for future updates.

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