Scope of Work
Cianbro was contracted by Providence & Worcester (P&W) Railroad to demolish and replace a 100-foot long bridge along the active freight line connecting Providence and Worcester. This project was completed in two phases, beginning in December of 2015.
Project Details
- Installed a sheet wall on either side of the existing abutments in order to support the cranes needed to replace the bridge
- Installed soil anchors for the sheet walls
- Demolished and replaced the existing bridge
Lean, Innovative and Unique Project Solutions
During both phases, Cianbro was challenged with completing the work while still keeping the tracks live. The tracks were to remain live at all times during weekdays, which gave Cianbro limited time to shut down the rails. The railroad closed for two consecutive 72-hour weekend periods during the sheet wall installation and one 72-hour period during the complete bridge replacement. The full commitment and participation of the team ensured the project was completed safely, on time, and resulted in both a very satisfied client and a quality product.
