Weeks of August 17 and August 24

Turnpike

  • Single-lane closures on the Turnpike in both directions are expected to commence on 8/22 and will be in place for approximately one year.

  • Turnpike Eastbound (inbound), the left lane will be closed from the Allston Viaduct (the Exit 19 & 20 interchange), to just past Mass Ave.

  • Turnpike Westbound (outbound), the left lane will be closed from the Prudential Tunnel to just past Mass Ave.

On Site

  • Grading of the work site to allow equipment and material access

  • Initial foundation preparations, including soil excavation on site

  • Initial utility work within the site on both Newbury and Boylston Streets

Work Hours

Typical work hours will be Monday - Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Night and weekend work is anticipated on the highway to prepare for traffic shifts, in coordination with MassDOT.

Much of the work is weather-dependent, particularly related to traffic shifts, and may need to be adjusted according to the weather. Check back here every two weeks for the latest information.

Completed Work

Over the last two weeks, we have continued to focus on initial construction activities to prepare the site for construction, including initial soil testing and excavation, installation of barrier and lighting, and preparation to set up workzones in the highway.