Alford Street Bridge



Neighborhood: Charlestown
Description: The Alford Street Bridge is a bascule bridge that carries traffic from Sullivan Square over the Mystic River into Everett. The project consisted of rehabilitation of the structural, mechanical & electrical systems for the moveable span, replacement of the power and communication cables, new bridge signal equipment, pavement markings and signage, approach span structural repairs, approach roadway reconstruction and all incidental work.
The reconstructed bridge provides two travel lanes in both directions, with bike lanes and sidewalks on both sides.
Project Status: Completed
Project Cost: $57,370,000
Project Completion: Fall 2014
Project Team:
- Para Jayasinghe, Project Manager, BPWD
- Hardesty & Hanover, Design Consultants
- SPS New England, Contractor