Frederick Douglass Tunnel Program Update: Initial Demolition …
WEBFeb 27, 2024 — One of the largest transportation infrastructure investments on the East Coast has begun demolition in Baltimore. Amtrak’s $6 billion Frederick Douglass Tunnel Program has entered a new phase, along with major construction activities set …
Amtrak Awards Contract to Build New Frederick Douglass Tunnel …
WEBFeb 6, 2024 — BALTIMORE – Amtrak has achieved a major milestone for the Frederick Douglass Tunnel Program with the selection of a Kiewit/J.F. Shea Joint Venture to build the brand new, state-of-the-art passenger rail tunnel that will serve electrified Amtrak and MARC commuter trains.
Amtrak Awards Two Important Contracts for The Frederick Douglass Tunnel ...
WEBSep 11, 2023 — Amtrak has achieved a significant milestone in the Frederick Douglass Tunnel Program with the selection of the Clark Construction/Stacy and Witbeck Joint Venture as the first of three major construction contractors for this phase of construction to deliver the program.
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WEBThe 1.4-mile tunnel, connecting Baltimore’s Penn Station to Washington D.C. and Virginia, suffers from a variety of age-related issues such as excessive water infiltration, a deteriorating structure, and a sinking floor. The existing tunnel cannot be updated with modern fire and life safety systems and excessive costly maintenance is required.
Amtrak picks contractors for first phase of $6B tunnel
WEBSep 12, 2023 — Amtrak has selected a Clark Construction/Stacy and Witbeck joint venture to build the Southern Approach of the larger $6 billion Frederick Douglass Tunnel project in Baltimore, the railroad...
OIG: Better planning on Frederick Douglass Tunnel program …
WEB3 days ago — October 1, 2024 . WASHINGTON – Amtrak has not completed all necessary planning for the Frederick Douglass Tunnel (FDT) program despite the approach of major construction, increasing the risk of cost overruns and schedule delays, an Amtrak Office of Inspector General report released today found.
Amtrak awards joint contract for $4.7B Frederick Douglass Tunnel …
WEBFeb 6, 2024 — The Frederick Douglass Tunnel will consist of two tubes, allow electric trains to travel 110 mph and primarily serve electrified MARC and Amtrak passenger trains.
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WEBNov 6, 2023 — Frederick Douglass Tunnel (MD) will receive $4.7 billion in a phased funding agreement to replace the 150-year-old Baltimore and Potomac Tunnel, increasing speeds from 30 mph to 110 mph and...
Governor Moore Joins President Biden to Celebrate the Kickoff of …
WEBJan 30, 2023 — Project will transform the 150-year-old B&P Tunnel, now renamed The Frederick Douglass Tunnel. ANNAPOLIS, MD —Today, Governor Wes Moore and Lt. Governor Aruna Miller joined President Biden and US.
Governor Moore Hails ‘Transformative’ $7 Billion Federal …
WEBNov 6, 2023 — Funding awarded to Amtrak includes up to $4.7 billion to replace the 150-year-old B&P Tunnel with the new Frederick Douglass Tunnel. Two new high-capacity tunnel tubes will primarily serve electrified passenger trains, reducing noise and …