i have spent the last hours researching and then writing something for my company's website. so that is what you will get as my post. and tomorrow i will start a lot earlier cuz i actually have a lot of things in my head.
J.F. White Contracting Company was awarded the Chelsea Street Bridge renovation project.
The scope of this project will utilize diverse divisions and talents of J.F. White Contracting Company including the heavy/civil, electrical, mechanical and forms divisions.
This project will spearhead the Massachusetts Accelerated Bridge Program. The program has slated 3 billion dollars to be applied over the next 8 to 10 years in the repair and renovation of 250 to 300 bridges.
The first Chelsea Street Bridge was built in 1834. The existing bridge is a bascule bridge that has been standing since 1936. The United States Coast Guard has issued an Order to Alter citing this bridge as unreasonably obstructive to navigation.
The USCG Order makes it necessary to not only repair the bridge but completely demolish it and construct a newly designed bridge in its stead. The existing substructure will be taken to 42 feet below sea level. The new bridge will be a vertical lift bridge with expanded clearances as well as a more aesthetic design.
Citizens and commuters in the area, as well as those navigating the Chelsea River, will benefit from the many years of expertise and excellence that J.F. White Contracting brings to aspect of this project.
“The Chelsea Street drawbridge is essential for the energy security and economic viability of the entire area, and this new bridge will ensure the smooth and safe flow of traffic [and]protect our environment” said Senator Ted Kennedy
The new bridge is slated for completion in April of 2012 and is anticipated to be a crowning achievement for J.F.W. in terms of its craftsmanship and the value it will offer to the greater metro area. As well as being a great forward step in achieving Massachusetts’ goals of improving the infrastructure and economy of the state
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very well written and informative.
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