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July 22, 2008 LMA ROADWAY ADVISORY: DCR SIDEWALK CONSTRUCTION ON FENWAY
July 17, 2008 LMA ROADWAY ADVISORY: BOWKER RAMP H REPAIR PROJECT
July 17, 2008 LMA ROADWAY ADVISORY: STORROW DRIVE TUNNEL INTERIM REPAIR PROJECT
July 17, 2008 LMA ROADWAY ADVISORY: CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITY ON BINNEY
July 14, 2008 LMA ROADWAY ADVISORY: DCR TO BEGIN INTERIM REPAIRS ON STORROW DRIVE TUNNEL
June 13, 2008 LMA ROADWAY ADVISORY: BWH CONSTRUCTION WORK ON FRANCIS STREET
June 2, 2008 LMA ROADWAY ADVISORY: BOSTON WATER AND SEWER COMMISSION INFLOW/INFILTRATION STUDY IN THE LMA - DYE TESTING

 

LMA ROADWAY ADVISORY: DCR SIDEWALK CONSTRUCTION ON FENWAY

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Sidewalk reconstruction work on The Fenway in front of the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum and Simmons College is being undertaken by the Division of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) from July 22 through next week (end date to be determined). 

This week, DCR is stripping, forming, grading and adjusting utility structures in anticipation of pouring new concrete walks.  They will work with abutting institutions regarding main door access, which should be maintained at all times.  Pouring and cement finishing will occur next week, weather permitting.  The contractor will give up to 48 hours advance notice to abutters. 

SCHEDULE

July 22 – August 1, 2008

MITIGATION / TRAFFIC COORDINATION

Curb-side parking will be closed in front of Simmons College beginning July 23 through July 25 for construction truck access.  During the concrete pour, parking will also be closed. 

CONTACT

If you have questions or concerns please call: 

DCR Resident Engineer – Steve Colometo:  617-719-6784

Sarah Hamilton, Construction Coordination, MASCO (617) 632-2776, shamilton@masco.harvard.edu

 

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LMA ROADWAY ADVISORY: BOWKER RAMP H REPAIR PROJECT

1.      What is the scope of this project?

 

The project will address necessary repairs to Ramp H of the Bowker Overpass, which carries traffic and Storrow Drive westbound from the Fenway.  It will replace the cement concrete deck and roadway; replace the street lighting on the roadway and the pedestrian lighting under the structure; repair the cement support structure; repair and realign the bearings repair and paint the steel superstructure; and, rebuild the east abutment.

 

2.      Who is the construction contractor for the project?  What is the cost of the contract?

 

The construction contractor is SPS New England of Salisbury.  The contract award was for $5.69 million. 

 

3.      Where will the staging area for the project be located?

 

There will be a shared staging area for the Storrow Drive Tunnel Interim Repair and the Bowker Ramp H Repair Projects next to the Charlesgate Lock House, which is located adjacent to the Beacon Street on-ramp of the Bowker Overpass. 

 

4.      When will the construction phase begin? Finish?  What days of the week will construction take place, and during what hours?

 

Construction is expected to start at the end of July, and to be completed in October of 2009. 

It will generally take place from Monday-Friday, during the hours of 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. It is anticipated that certain activities will require full shutdown over the course of a few weekends.  

 

5.  How will DCR accommodate pedestrian traffic during the repairs?

 

Because the existing Charles River walkway winds under the Bowker Overpass, pedestrians will be temporarily detoured while the repair work is taking place.  To accommodate foot traffic, the contractor is constructing a 10-foot-wide floating walkway in the Charles River around the work site.  Work on the overpass will not begin until the walkway is complete. 

 

6.  What will the construction impacts be on traffic and how will they be managed?

 

The construction will be done in phases, with half of the bridge being closed during each phase.  One phase will detour traffic from Beacon Street through City of Boston streets, and another phase will detour traffic from Boylston Street to Charlesgate East.  Full closure will be required a few weekends, during which time traffic will detour to the Berkeley Street on-ram of Storrow Drive.  In the case of all lane closures, DCR will issue traffic advisories as far in advance as possible.  Traffic advisories will also be sent to those who subscribe to “DCR Updates.” (See below.)

 

7.      How will noise impacts of the project be managed? 

 

All of the heavy construction will be restricted to daytime hours.  Only movement of materials and equipment will be done at night.

 

8.      How will the community be kept updated on project progress and any changes in plans, as well as traffic impacts?

 

DCR provides informational updates and traffic advisories related to projects being undertaken in the Charles River Basin via emails to members of an agency-sponsored listserve.  To receive these updates, visit http://www.mass.gov/dcr/subscribe.htm

Information regarding this project will also be made available on the DCR website, www.mass.gov/dcr .       

 

9.      Who should the public contact for additional information or regarding concerns relative to this project?

 

For additional information or to register concerns, email dcr.updates@state.ma.us or call 617-626-4974.

 

If you have questions or concerns please call: 

Jack Noonan, Construction Coordinator, MASCO (617) 632-2771, jnoonan@masco.harvard.edu

 

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LMA ROADWAY ADVISORY: STORROW DRIVE TUNNEL INTERIM REPAIR PROJECT

Q&A

1.      What is the scope of work of this project? 

 

The interim repairs to the Storrow Drive Tunnel will include replacing deteriorated concrete in the roof and wall sections of the approaches and tunnel; installing waterproofing membranes in roof joints to prevent water seepage; removing the tile wall and painting the concrete walls in the Tunnel; replacing, cleaning, and painting of some of the structural steel; and, replacement of the lighting system.  Also, the stormwater collection system in the tunnel will be connected to a groundwater recharge system along Back Street. 

 

2.      Why did DCR decide on a project of interim repairs?  

 

These repairs will extend the service life of the tunnel for an additional five years while the design phase of a long-term rehabilitation project, including a public process, occurs.  Additionally, DCR commissioned a peer review of the Storrow Drive Tunnel Project.  This review, conducted by LMI Government Consulting, a nonprofit strategic consulting firm headquartered near Washington, DC, concurred that interim repairs should move forward to ensure the structural integrity of the tunnel. 

 

3.      Is DCR committed to a long-term Storrow Drive rehabilitation project?  

 

Yes.  During the five years of service life that the interim repair project will provide for the tunnel, DCR will develop a plan for the long-term rehabilitation of the structure. 

 

4.      Why not proceed immediately with long-term rehabilitation instead of interim repairs to the Storrow Drive Tunnel?

 

There are immediate needs and long-term needs of the tunnel.  These repairs will address immediate needs.  The long-term plan for rehabilitation of the tunnel will be partially informed by the results of the road and bridge sequencing study currently being undertaken by DCR, the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs, the Executive Office of Transportation, and the Massachusetts Highway Department. 

 

5.   Will there be a public process associated with the long-term rehabilitation of the Storrow Drive Tunnel?

 

Yes.  DCR looks forward to hearing from all stakeholders, including neighborhood residents, commuters, public officials, businesses, and institutions. 

 

5.      Who is the construction contractor for the interim repair project?  What is the cost of the construction contract?  How will DCR exercise oversight?

 

The construction contractor is SPS New England of Salisbury.  The contract award was for $11.5 million.  DCR will have a resident engineer on site at the project at all times.

 

6.      Why was the project delayed from the originally-announced date?

 

The project had been expected to begin in mid-April, but the bidding and award process took longer than expected.  DCR has worked with the contractor to postpone major construction until after the July 4th activities.

 

7.      Where will the staging area for the project be located? 

 

There will be a shared staging area for the Storrow Drive Tunnel Interim Repair and the Bowker Ramp H Repair Projects next to the Charlesgate Lock House, which is located adjacent to the Beacon Street on-ramp of the Bowker Overpass. 

 

8.      Will there be any impact on the Esplanade by this project?

 

There will be no impact on the Esplanade during any phase of this project.

 

9.      When will the construction phase begin?  Finish?  What days of the week will construction take place, and during what hours? 

 

Construction is expected to start in mid-July and continue until the end of November, then begin again in the spring of 2009.  The project is expected to be completed by the end of June, 2009.  In terms of days-of-the-week, the schedule will be variable.  Most of the work will be done between Sunday and Friday, during overnight hours, 9 p.m. to 5 a.m.  DCR is very mindful of the impacts to local residents and has sequenced the heaviest (loudest) construction to daytime hours, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 

 

10.   What impacts will the construction activities have on traffic and how will they be     managed?

 

The full daytime traffic capacity will be maintained, except periodically when work is being done on surface roads.  During this activity, scheduled to take place between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., Storrow Drive westbound will be reduced to a single lane of traffic.  Overnight work, to be done in stages, will generally require single-lane closures.  Full closures, during the hours of 11 p.m to 5 a.m., will be required at times.  In the case of all lane closures, DCR will issue traffic advisories as far in advance as possible.  Traffic advisories will also be sent to those who subscribe to “DCR Updates.”  (See below.)

 

11.  How will the noise impacts of construction be addressed?   

 

There will be noise impacts, but DCR is working diligently to minimize them.  DCR has instituted a robust sound management program, including active sound monitoring and the installation of noise barriers during construction. 

 

12.  How will the community be kept updated on project progress and any changes in plans, as well as traffic impacts? 

                 

DCR provides informational updates and traffic advisories related to projects being undertaken in the Charles River Basin via emails to members of an agency-sponsored listserve.  To receive these updates, visit http://www.mass.gov/dcr/subscribe.htm

Information regarding this project will also be made available on the DCR website, www.mass.gov/dcr .       

 

13.  How should the public connect with DCR to share their concerns or suggestions relative to this project?        

 

 By emailing dcr.updates@state.ma.us or by calling 617-626-4974.

 

If you have questions or concerns please call: 

Jack Noonan, Construction Coordinator, MASCO (617) 632-2771, jnoonan@masco.harvard.edu

 

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LMA ROADWAY ADVISORY: CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITY ON BINNEY

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Construction work at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute (DFCI) will impact Binney Street in the Longwood Medical and Academic Area (LMA) on Saturday, July 19, 2008 and Sunday, July 20, 2008

DFCI will set-up a concrete pump truck on Binney Street in front of the Dana Building.  Traffic will be impacted, but will be maintained in both directions at all times.  The construction work should not impact any entrances, exits, or loading docks on Binney Street.

Police Details will be on-site to assist traffic flow.

SCHEDULE

DFCI has scheduled the construction work on Binney Street for:

  • Saturday, July 19, 2008 – 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM

  • Sunday, July 20, 2008 – 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM

MITIGATION / TRAFFIC COORDINATION

Police details will be present to route traffic around the work zone.  Please anticipate possible delays during the work period.  Please seek alternative routes when available.

CONTACT

If you have questions or concerns please call: 

DFCI Facilities, Kristen Dynia, (617) 632-3187

Jack Noonan, Construction Coordinator, MASCO (617) 632-2771, jnoonan@masco.harvard.edu

 

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LMA ROADWAY ADVISORY: DCR TO BEGIN INTERIM REPAIRS ON STORROW DRIVE TUNNEL

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The Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) will begin making interim repairs to the Storrow Drive Tunnel.

During this first week of the work, which will primarily involve installing temporary fencing and noise barriers outside the tunnel, one lane of Storrow Drive eastbound (inbound) will be restricted.

The work is not expected to be noisy.

Last May, DCR awarded an $11.5 million contract to SPS New England of Salisbury to make the interim repairs to the tunnel, which carries eastbound traffic through Boston’s Back Bay neighborhood.  The repairs will include replacing deteriorated concrete in the roof and wall sections of the tunnel and installing waterproofing membranes in roof joints to prevent water seepage.  Also, the stormwater collection system in the tunnel will be connected to a groundwater recharge system along Back Street.

The work is expected to continue through November, and begin again in spring. Changes in times and traffic patterns will be announced. Work will be suspended when it conflicts with a Red Sox home game.           

SCHEDULE

DCR scheduled the work for:

Sunday night, July 13, 2008 – Friday morning, July 18,2008

9:00 PM to 5:00 AM

MITIGATION / TRAFFIC COORDINATION

Police details will be present to route traffic around the work zone.  Please anticipate minor delays.  Please seek alternate routes when available.

CONTACT

If you have questions or concerns please call: 

Jack Noonan, Construction Coordinator, MASCO (617) 632-2771, jnoonan@masco.harvard.edu

DCR, (617) 626-1250, http://www.mass.gov/dcr/news/traffic.htm  

 

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LMA ROADWAY ADVISORY: BWH CONSTRUCTION WORK ON FRANCIS STREET

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Construction work at Brigham and Women’s Hospital in the Longwood Medical and Academic Area will impact a section of Francis Street.  The work will begin on Saturday, June 14, 2008, and will continue for approximately three (3) months.

BWH will be installing a new left-turn lane into 45 Francis Street.  Vehicular and pedestrian entry points at 45 Francis will also be reconstructed as part of this work.

Beginning on Saturday June 14, residential parking on Francis Street between Vining Street and St. Albans Road will be temporarily relocated.  Sections of the sidewalk along BWH will be temporarily relocated into the street (the sidewalk will be protected by concrete jersey barrier).  Two lanes of traffic will be maintained at all times on Francis Street during the construction.

SCHEDULE

BWH has scheduled the work to start on:

Saturday, June 14, 2008

MITIGATION / TRAFFIC COORDINATION

Police Details will be present to route traffic around the work zone.  Please anticipate possible delays during the work period.  Please seek alternate routes when available.

CONTACT

If you have questions or concerns please call: 

Jack Noonan, Construction Coordinator, MASCO (617) 632-2771, jnoonan@masco.harvard.edu

Joseph O'Farrell, BWH (617) 730-3694

 

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LMA ROADWAY ADVISORY: BOSTON WATER AND SEWER COMMISSION INFLOW / INFILTRATION STUDY IN THE LMA - DYE TESTING

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The Boston Water and Sewer Commission (BWSC) is conducting an investigation to identify building and site storm water connections that discharge into its sanitary sewers in the LMA.  The investigation is part of the overall BWSC LMA Infiltration/Inflow Study.  Dyed water will be put into downspouts, roof leaders, and yard drains.  Storm drains and sewers will then be opened and inspected for dye.  The dye is non-toxic and water soluble and poses no risk to individuals or pets.

The dye testing will be conducted by the Commission’s engineering consultant, Dewberry-Goodkind, Inc. and their subconsultants the Savin Group and Flow Assessment.  Representatives of these firms carry BWSC photo identification and their vehicles will be clearly labeled with the company name and phone number.  

MASCO met with BWSC last week to discuss the dye testing investigation.  BWSC will contact each LMA institution as needed.

No action by you is required while testing is performed.  Please call Peter Garvey of Dewberry at (617) 695-3400 to report any questions or problems regarding the dye testing.

SCHEDULE

BWSC is scheduled to begin work in the LMA on:

June 2, 2008

MITIGATION / TRAFFIC COORDINATION

Traffic will be impacted, but will be maintained in both directions at all times.  Police details will be present to direct traffic.  Please anticipate possible delays during the work period.  Please seek alternate routes.

CONTACT

If you have questions or concerns please call: 

Construction Coordination, MASCO (617) 632-2771

BWSC, Danusha S. Chandy, (617)-989-7435

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