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How do I request a traffic signal plan at a signalized intersection?

To obtain a traffic signal plan, please e-mail request to MATHR001@ci.hartford.ct.us or call 311 to place a request. Please make sure to include the signalized intersection name in the request. If electronic copies of the plan are available, DPW will e-mail the plan back to the respondent. 24”x36” printouts of traffic signal plans can also be requested for a $10.00 fee.

How do I request traffic camera video footage for a particular incident?

DPW does not record any traffic monitoring video footage.

How do I report traffic signal timing problems or issues?

Please call 311 to report the issue. Make sure to include the signal location and a detailed description of the problem or issue.

How do I report a traffic signal is flashing?

Please call 311 to report the issue. Make sure to include the signal location.

How do I report burned out traffic signal bulbs and pedestrian signal bulbs at signalized intersections?

Please call 311 to report the issue. Any bulbs that are burned out at signalized intersections are replaced with LED’s as soon as possible. To report traffic signal bulb burnouts, please provide signal location, which direction the bulb is located at signal (east, west, north, south), bulb color (red, yellow, green), and bulb size (12 inch or 8 inch bulb). To report pedestrian signal bulb burnouts, please provide the signal location and intersection corner where bulb is located (or a landmark).

How do I report pedestrian crossing time at a traffic signal to cross the street is insufficient?

Please call 311 to report the issue. DPW reevaluates and adjust timings as needed. Constituents are advised to cross the street at the beginning of the pedestrian phase, not when the signal is blinking don’t walk.

How do I request a traffic signal installation at an unsignalized intersection?

Please call 311 to place the request. DPW performs a traffic signal warrant analysis, based on Federal standards, to determine if a signal is warranted at the intersection.