CT 32

Why are there sections of Route 32 4-lane in the middle of nowhere?

CT 32 Expressway, From exit 84 in New London to I-84 in Willington

CT 32 has several small sections of four-lane, seemingly out of nowhere. Here's where it crosses Interstate 95 in New London. Lots of lanes and overpasses for a seemingly dinky back road...

Photos are facing southeast.