Westchester County’s I-95 corridor to see extensive repairs, asphalt overlays, and bridge rehabilitations to boost road safety and extend infrastructure lifespan

Westchester County, New York – In a significant push to enhance road safety and durability, Governor Kathy Hochul has announced the commencement of an $86.7 million project aimed at improving the pavement and rehabilitating bridges along a critical section of Interstate 95 (I-95) in Westchester County. This extensive project will span nearly five miles of the New England Thruway, from Pelham Manor to Mamaroneck, impacting one of the busiest corridors in the region which accommodates around 120,000 vehicles daily.

Governor Hochul emphasized the critical nature of this infrastructure enhancement, stating that the project is designed to ensure the thoroughfare remains safe and reliable for the foreseeable future. The focus on the New England Thruway highlights the state’s commitment to maintaining its infrastructure, which supports millions of travelers each year.

The improvement efforts on I-95 include both pavement repairs and bridge rehabilitation. Specific operations will start with the removal and replacement of the most worn-out sections of the roadway across approximately 30 total lane miles, covering both northbound and southbound directions from milepost 4.0 to 8.8. This initial phase aims to boost the structural integrity of the road, significantly extending its lifespan and minimizing the future need for temporary fixes.

Following the pavement repairs, a dual-layer of asphalt overlay will be applied to ensure a smoother driving experience. This phase will enhance the road surface from just south of exit 15 (New Rochelle – The Pelhams – US Route 1) to exit 18A (Mamaroneck – Fenimore Road), including repairs and repaving of 12 interchange ramps.

Additionally, the project will undertake comprehensive work on 12 bridges that span over or under the specified section of I-95. Six of these bridges will undergo full rehabilitation, including significant structures like the Centre Avenue bridge in New Rochelle and the Chatsworth Avenue bridge in Larchmont, as well as the bridge servicing the Metro-North Railroad’s Larchmont station. The remaining six bridges will receive resurfacing treatments to improve safety and functionality.

To further enhance road safety, the project plans include the installation of new guiderails and lighting systems, the addition of reflective line striping, fresh pavement markings, and curb replacements. To mitigate disruption to daily traffic, the majority of the construction work is scheduled during nighttime hours, though motorists may still experience occasional lane closures, traffic shifts, and brief stoppages.

The entire project is anticipated to wrap up by the end of 2026, with DeFoe Corp., a local contractor based in Mount Vernon, NY, leading the construction efforts.

This initiative is part of a broader effort by the New York State Thruway Authority to invest in its aging infrastructure. Following the current project, a subsequent $61.8 million pavement improvement project in the Bronx and southern Westchester is expected to conclude by this summer. This highlights the Authority’s ongoing commitment to enhancing road safety and service across one of the nation’s oldest toll roads.