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Friday, June 28, 2024 Amtrak is set to commence the construction of a new, state-of-the-art Connecticut River Bridge, replacing the current structure, following the awarding of a construction contract to the O&G/Tutor Perini Joint Venture. This development follows recent permit approvals from the U.S.

Army Corps of Engineers and the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection. The new Connecticut River Bridge aims to enhance reliability and reduce delays for Amtrak’s intercity services, Connecticut Shore Line East commuter service, and freight operators along the Northeast Corridor (NEC), which is the busiest rail corridor in the United States. This project is one among several rail improvement initiatives in Connecticut, including the Connecticut Department of Transportation’s Devon Bridge and Walk Bridge replacement projects.



Amtrak CEO Stephen Gardner “Today’s milestone brings us one step closer to putting shovels in the ground and kicking off construction for this major project. We appreciate the Biden-Harris Administration and FRA for the historic funding that has enabled this project and others along the NEC to advance from planning to construction, as well as Senator Blumenthal, Senator Murphy, Governor Lamont and the Connecticut Department of Transportation for their continued support and partnership.” FRA Administrator Amit Bose “Under the Biden-Harris Administration, FRA is investing billions in the Northeast Corridor and Connecticut wi.

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