This past week of August 22, 2022, we accomplished the following work:

  • Completed removal of the existing concrete barrier wall
  • Completed concrete placement for Pier 3 pier cap
  • Poured concrete at Abutment 2 footing, pour 2 of 2
  • Completed temporary bents 2 and 3 for future steel erection
  • Continued to form cheek walls at Abutments 1 and 2
  • Continued to sound, chip and replace deteriorated-unsound concrete
  • Continued earthwork at Abutment 1
  • Continued to monitor and control dust and other environmental best management practices (BMPs)

During the week of August 29, 2022, we will:

  • Form and pour the Abutment 2 stem wall
  • Continue Abutment 2 modifications
  • Strip formwork at Pier 2
  • Continue to form Abutment 1 finger joint drainage trough
  • Begin to form Abutment 2 finger joint drainage trough
  • Continue to drill and install dowel reinforcing at Abutment 2
  • Continue take delivery of structural steel members and crossframes
  • Install temporary bolstiers
  • Prepare to install bearings
  • Continue installation of temporary steel bent supports in preparation of steel erection activities in September, presently anticipated to begin September 6th

Channel Update:

The Contractor has constructed a temporary bent for future steel erection in Span 2, which is over the navigation channel. The bent will be in place until late September. It will be well-lit and delineated so boaters can see it well in advance. A 75’ channel will be maintained between the bent and Pier 2.

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