The following is an update to the Atlantic Avenue crane mobilization schedule, previously shared in the January 15 construction update advisory The next project construction advisory will be shared on Friday, January 29, as scheduled.
Crane assembly work within the Atlantic Avenue construction zone, originally planned to be completed from Friday, January 22, through Sunday, January 24, is being rescheduled by one week. The assembly will now begin on Friday, January 29. An updated schedule is outlined below. This schedule is weather dependent and subject to change.
During construction, crews will continue to work as efficiently as possible to minimize impacts to the traveling public. We appreciate your patience and engagement during this time.
UPCOMING ACTIVITY IN ATLANTIC AVENUE AREA: UPDATE TO CRANE MOBILIZATION SCHEDULE
The contractor, working extended days (12-14 hours/day), will assemble the crane’s boom from Friday, January 29, through Sunday, January 31. The crane is expected to be operational on Monday, February 1. The assembly of the crane’s 370’ long boom will require temporary closure of two of the three travel lanes along Atlantic Avenue, as well as temporary closure of the Atlantic Avenue sidewalk adjacent to the construction zone. Access for emergency vehicles will be maintained.
During this same weekend operation, parking along the east side of Atlantic Avenue will be closed between Kneeland Street and Essex Street except for a drop-off zone just south of the Bus Terminal.
Accessible pedestrian access to the Bus Terminal will be maintained throughout the assembly of the crane.