I-95 in Connecticut Ranked Among America's Most Congested Roads

Connecticut drivers know all too well the frustration of sitting in traffic, and for those who travel I-95, it can be an everyday headache. Recently, this stretch of highway was ranked as one of America's most congested roads. With thousands of cars packing up lanes every day, it's no surprise commuters face significant delays and stress.

But beyond the stress of traffic jams, there's a more serious issue at play. The chaos caused by traffic congestion often leads to car accidents and serious injuries for those involved.

The issues on I-95 in CT

Although the average distance traveled on I-95 in Connecticut is only 11 miles, according to Commuter Action Group founder James Cameron, the traffic volume is still too much than it was designed to handle. On I-95, some issues drivers face every day include:

1. Too much local traffic

2. Too many exits leading in and out of the highway

3. Dangerous weather conditions

4. Roadwork and construction

How congestion causes car accidents

Congested interstates are more than just an inconvenience; they pose significant safety risks for drivers. When traffic is heavy and moving slowly, the odds of a car accident occurring increase dramatically. Some ways that heavy traffic can lead to collisions on interstates include:

1. Stop-and-go traffic: Frequent braking and starting can increase the likelihood of rear-end collisions.

2. Driver frustration: Long delays and stress can lead to aggressive driving behaviors and mistakes.

3. Lane changing: Constant lane changes in heavy traffic can result in sideswipe accidents.

4. Reduced reaction time: Close following distances in congested traffic reduces drivers' time to react to sudden changes.

5. Distractions: Boredom in slow-moving traffic may lead drivers to become distracted by smartphones, infotainment systems, or passengers.

6. Limited visibility: Congestion can make it harder to see road hazards ahead, increasing the risk of an accident.

7. Emergency response delays: Congested roadways can slow emergency responders, potentially worsening accident outcomes.

Solutions underway

The Connecticut DOT is working on several improvements to make I-95 less congested. According to CT Insider, plans include fixing and improving current roads, including a new two-lane interchange in Stratford, a new exit 27a in Bridgeport, and repaving parts of I-95.

The state is also investing in the Metro-North commuter rail line and adding bus services for better connections. Additionally, they've given grants to local towns for improvement projects and plan to build an extra lane in Stamford between exits 6 and 7 to help reduce traffic.

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