Project Owner: GPI/PANYNJ
Services: Construction Inspection
This estimated $1.03 billion state-of-good-repair and improvement project will replace the bridge’s 592 suspender ropes, rehabilitate all of the span’s main cables, replace the north and south sidewalks, and provide enhanced pedestrian and bicycle access ramps at the world’s busiest vehicular crossing.
As part of the project, construction crews will install state-of-the-art smart bridge technology on key elements of the span, including the new suspender ropes, to monitor their condition and warn engineers of any changes before they become a problem. The new suspender ropes also will be fitted with modern sockets with a connection point at the top of the beam. This keeps the socket cleaner and makes it easier to maintain, resulting in a longer life cycle.
Additional elements of the project include replacement of roadway lighting on the main span, new sidewalk lighting on the main span, and replacement of necklace lighting with a new energy-efficient programmable LED light system.
Cyclists and pedestrians will see significant improvements to their travels across the span. The current pedestrian sidewalks and access points on both sides of the George Washington Bridge will be completely reconstructed and access ramps will be built to ensure compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
VN’s responsibilities include estimating and construction engineering and inspection services.
