“New York continues to heavily invest in the reliability and durability of its roads and bridges,” Gov. Kathy Hochul said. “Upgrading the riding surface of the New England Thruway in Westchester County is another example of our commitment to ensuring we have infrastructure in place to support commuters, communities and commerce.”

New York State Thruway Authority Executive Director Frank G. Hoare added, “Under Governor Hochul’s leadership, we have spent close to $200 million since 2023 to upgrade Interstate 95 from the Bronx to Westchester’s Sound Shore communities, covering a 15-mile stretch. These pavement and bridge improvement projects enhance resiliency for travelers who depend on this critical highway on one of the busiest sections in New York.”

He noted that in 2026, the Thruway Authority has invested approximately $1 billion in capital projects across the entire 570-mile Thruway system.

Highlights of the I-95 project included:

• Removing and replacing the most deteriorated portions of roadway between mileposts 4.0 and 8.8 in both the northbound and southbound directions, covering 30 lane miles.
• Repairing joints and curbs to extend the highway’s service life and reduce the need for temporary repairs.
• Applying a two-course asphalt overlay to provide a smoother ride for motorists.
• Rehabilitating six bridges, including the Centre Avenue bridge in New Rochelle and the Chatsworth Avenue bridge in Larchmont.
• Repaving 12 interchange ramps and six additional bridges.
• Installing more than 800 LED lights in the tunnel serving Metro-North Railroad’s Larchmont station to enhance public safety.

Including the $135 million investment in the final critical one-mile stretch of I-95 from Exit 22 to the Connecticut state line (milepost 14.1 to milepost 15.0), the Thruway Authority has spent more than $350 million to upgrade I-95 since 2018. Known as the “Last Mile,” the project reconstructed six lanes of I-95, realigned ramps, replaced two bridges and rehabilitated four others, added new drainage and noise walls, and included several other improvements. The project was completed in fall 2021.

A $61.8 million pavement improvement project on I-95 from milepost 0.0 to 4.0 in the Bronx and southern Westchester was completed in 2025, while a $39.7 million project that began earlier this year is currently upgrading the pavement on I-95 between Mamaroneck and Rye. That project is scheduled for completion by the end of 2027.

Westchester County Executive Ken Jenkins said, “I-95 is a critical transportation corridor in Westchester County, serving thousands of commuters and connecting our residents, businesses and communities every day. These improvements will provide drivers with a safer and more reliable roadway, while strengthening our infrastructure and supporting our local economy. We thank the New York State Thruway Authority for investing millions in our transportation system that will benefit our neighborhoods today and for years to come.”