Work Continues on Columbus Avenue Bus Lanes and Bus Boarding Platforms
Updated on January 11, 2021
Work is continuing on the new Columbus Avenue center-running bus lanes and eight new bus boarding platforms.
Learn more about the Columbus Avenue project
Completed Work
Over the last two weeks, crews have:
- Completed the construction of walls and installation of curbs at six new platforms
- Prepared for the construction of concrete slabs for the new raised platforms at eight stops (full list below)
- Continued installation of new traffic signal equipment
- Continued pedestrian improvement work, including installation of new sidewalks, curb “bump-outs” at crosswalks for shorter crossing distances, and curb ramps
Upcoming Work
Over the next two weeks, crews will continue working to construct the bus lanes and new platforms at all eight stops:
- Columbus Avenue @ Walnut Avenue (outbound)
- Columbus Avenue @ Walnut Avenue (inbound)
- Columbus Avenue @ Dixwell Street (outbound)
- Columbus Avenue @ Dixwell Street (inbound)
- Columbus Avenue @ Bray Street (outbound)
- Columbus Avenue @ Bray Street (inbound)
- Columbus Avenue @ Dimock Street (outbound)
- Columbus Avenue @ Dimock Street (inbound)
Crews will also continue constructing new sidewalks, curbs, pedestrian ramps, and installation of traffic signal improvements.
The work will occur Mondays through Saturdays, from approximately 6 AM – 5 PM each day.
Service and Travel Impacts
For safety reasons, there may be occasional lane reductions, parking space removals, and minor detours for pedestrians around work zones.
Due to the installation of bus only lanes on Columbus Ave, stops may be temporarily relocated/closed through early 2021. Please follow the posted signs for temporary stop locations and nearest connection points.
Entrances to abutting properties may be temporarily adjusted around the work zones. However, our goal is to maintain access for businesses and private properties at all times.
The schedule for this major infrastructure project is weather-dependent and subject to change without notice.
More Information
Send any questions or comments to betterbusproject@mbta.com.
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