Moses Wheeler Bridge

The Moses Wheeler Bridge is a road bridge spanning the Housatonic River between Stratford and Milford, carrying Interstate 95 traffic. It features multiple lanes in each direction with shoulders and was designed to handle heavy traffic volume.

The original bridge opened in 1958 as part of the Connecticut Turnpike project, marking a major milestone in regional transportation development. A significant reconstruction took place in the early 2000s to modernize the structure.

The bridge honors Moses Wheeler, a colonial shipwright who ran a ferry service across the Housatonic River in the 1600s. His name reflects the area's transportation history before the age of modern highway systems.

The bridge experiences heavy traffic from hundreds of thousands of vehicles daily and is often congested during peak hours. Visitors should check traffic conditions before crossing, especially during commute times.

The bridge underwent a major renovation completed in 2016 without interrupting daily traffic patterns. Engineers managed to modernize the structure while maintaining traffic flow continuity over several years.

Location: Connecticut

Inception: 1958

Official opening: 1958

GPS coordinates: 41.20470,-73.10940

Latest update: December 12, 2025 16:40