Cribari Bridge Future Sparks Community Debate

Westport's historic Cribari Bridge remains a major community topic as residents debate its future. The William F. Cribari Memorial Bridge, built in 1884 and the oldest surviving movable bridge in Connecticut, is on the National Register of Historic Places. CTDOT is exploring rehabilitation versus replacement under State Project 158-214. Community members have expressed concerns about traffic, design, neighborhood impact, and historical preservation. The DOT has made no final decision. The environmental review process continues with potential construction beginning spring 2030 if funding is secured. If replaced, the bridge superstructure may become available for relocation and reuse under federal regulations.