NEWINGTON, CT–The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) has announced that automated speed cameras will begin operating in three highway work zones starting Monday, June 1, 2026, to deter speeding and improve safety for roadway workers and motorists.

The Know the Zone: Automated Work Zone Speed Control Program uses speed cameras to enforce speed limits in designated highway work zones. The program has been in a testing phase since October 2025 ahead of operations beginning June 1.

Data from March through May 2026 shows widespread speeding in highway work zones. During testing across multiple work zones, speed cameras detected more than 8.4 million vehicles, with approximately 1.36 million vehicles driving above the posted work zone speed limit. Additionally, more than 4,000 drivers were detected traveling over 85 mph, including more than 150 traveling over 100 mph.

Beginning June 1, 2026, initial deployments will be located at three active projects:

• I-95 Interchange 43 in West Haven
• I-95 Interchange 74 in East Lyme
• Route 2 in Colchester

“Work zone speed cameras are a proven tool to slow drivers down and discourage dangerous behavior,” said Connecticut Department of Transportation Commissioner Garrett Eucalitto. “Lower speeds in work zones mean safer conditions for roadway crews, fewer crashes, and safer travel for everyone moving through active work zones. I hope no one receives a citation because that would mean everyone is doing their part to keep work zones safe.”

Advance signage will be posted in active work zones to notify motorists when automated speed camera enforcement is in use. The system uses radar to detect vehicles traveling 10 mph or more above the posted speed limit and captures images to document potential violations. All cases are reviewed by the Division of State Police within the Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection prior to issuance of a Notice of Liability. Facial features are masked in images where vehicle occupants are visible.

For more information on Know the Zone: Automated Work Zone Speed Control Program, visit portal.ct.gov/KnowTheZone.