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Construction crews are proceeding with the final phase of bridge work for the replacement of the Chelsea Street Bridge over the Chelsea Creek. The bridge was closed to vehicular traffic in June 2011 to allow crews to demolish the existing bridge and install the remaining portions of the new bridge.


In the last three months, the contractor has worked on removing the existing piers and protective fender system and installing the new bridge joints and safety barrier. MassDOT expanded the scope of the work to construct new bulkheads on the sides of the channel to prepare the area for the work the Army Corp of Engineers will complete to widen the channel.


The activities that are taking place within the channel occur within a confined area, greatly increasing the complexity of the work and the time to complete it. The activities require coordination with the use of the channel by the vessels that supply a significant portion of heating oil, gasoline and jet fuel throughout New England.


The current work must be completed while the bridge is closed to vehicular traffic. To minimize impacts, MassDOT and project stakeholders extended the closure of the bridge so that the work could occur on a continuous basis. Crews are working double shifts, seven days a week. The alternative would have required numerous temporary closures during the day and full closures nights and weekends over an extended period.


MassDOT projects the new bridge will be ready to reopen to vehicular traffic in late April. The majority of the remaining work involves underwater operations. If any unforeseen conditions arise that would negatively impact the schedule, MassDOT will issue an update.


The $125.3 million project will improve the efficiency and operation of the bridge for vehicle traffic while significantly improving the ability for critical maritime vessels to safely navigate the channel.


MassDOT appreciates the continued patience that those affected by the closure of the bridge and the construction activities have shown throughout the duration of the project.
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