Connecticut transportation officials say roadside trash is becoming a major issue, with crews collecting about 3,000 dumpsters worth of debris each year. The Department of Transportation reports that cleanup costs run into the hundreds of thousands of dollars annually, pulling resources away from other road maintenance work. A recent statewide cleanup effort targeted areas where litter has increased, especially after winter months. Officials are urging drivers to properly secure loads and dispose of trash responsibly, while also slowing down near roadside crews.