Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Pedestrians and cyclists please beware of construction vehicles coming and going.
Wadsworth Street – Roadway Conditions into April
- Wadsworth Street pedestrian access has reopened the western sidewalk between Main and Amherst Streets on the 238 Main building and Muckley building side of the street. (W1)
- The Sloan vehicular and pedestrian entrance to the garage, loading dock and buildings, continues to be from Main Street and closed at Wadsworth Street. (W2)
- Pedestrian access is maintained to the E53/E52 ramp while Site 2 work is underway.
Main Street
- The two new MBTA headhouses are open to passengers at the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station (M1). The interim headhouse is permanently closed, has been fenced, and is an active construction site. Concrete placements will take place.
- MBTA project deliveries will intermittently take place off Main Street near the MBTA station.
- The inner sidewalk is closed to pedestrians from Wadsworth to Main Street. The Main Street access to the Sloan Garage will remain open throughout construction. A Sloan drop off/pick-up space will be maintained.
- An access driveway to Sloan Garage allows independent access to E62 (Sloan) and the garage/loading dock without mixing with construction access for E55 demolition. Directional signage is posted and police details are on site to help direct traffic. (M2)
- The Main Street entrance to Hayward Street is open to vehicles entering the underground loading dock at the grad tower at Site 4 (E37), 238 Main Street and 314 Main Street. MBTA delivery trucks will use the loading dock at 314 Main Street.
- A Site 2 (200 Main Street) construction gate (Gate 1) near Wadsworth is the entrance for Site 2 construction trucks and equipment. The gate (Gate 2) near the Sloan Drive is the exit for construction vehicles. Police details direct pedestrian, cycling and vehicular traffic in this area. Police details are on duty.
- Oversized trailers carrying equipment will pull into Gate 1 at Site 2 and shut engines off at 4 AM on Saturday, April 1 and Monday, April 3. Truck unloading will occur starting at 7AM each day.
Hayward Street
- Only construction vehicles and those going to the E40 loading dock are allowed to enter Hayward Street from Amherst Street.
Amherst Street
- The medical lot is open to MIT medical patients with pedestrian access along Amherst Street and to Carleton Street near the HP spaces.
Carleton Street
- Trucks and construction equipment will access the MBTA headhouse site. Concrete placements continue.
- The walkways to Dock and Main Streets and the MBTA Red Line station are open. Directional signage is in place.
- Through access to Dock Street via Charlotte’s Way is open.
General Construction Update
Site 1: 165 Main Street
- Move-ins are complete.
- Triangle Park construction is complete.
Site 2:
- A hydro mill will be trenching slurry walls as the foundation operation begins on site. This activity will generate some noise and vibrations.
- A slurry plant has been assembled on site.
- Utility relocation will take place in the southeast corner of the site near the Hermann Building.
Site 3: 238 Main Street
- CVS Pharmacy has opened a new store to customers on the first floor of 238 Main Street.
- Fit-outs are underway inside the tower and 238 Main Street.
- Most material deliveries continue to the underground loading dock in and out of Main Street at Hayward Street.
Site 4: Grad Tower, 45 Hayward Street, and 292 Main Street
- All material deliveries to the underground loading dock will continue to come in and out from Main Street.
Site 5: 314 Main Street
- The MIT Museum and MIT Press Bookstore are open.
- Most deliveries take place at the underground loading dock at Hayward Street.
- Interior fit out continues.
Open Space
- Occasional landscaping punch-list work will take place in the open space area near E23, E25, E38 and E40.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Pedestrians and cyclists please beware of construction vehicles coming and going.
Wadsworth Street – Roadway Conditions into March
- Wadsworth Street pedestrian access has reopened the western sidewalk between Main and Amherst Streets on the 238 Main building and Muckley building side of the street. (W1)
- The Sloan vehicular and pedestrian entrance to the garage, loading dock and buildings continues to be from Main Street and closed at Wadsworth Street. (W2)
- Pedestrian access is maintained to the E53/E52 ramp while Site 2 work is underway.
Main Street
- The two new MBTA headhouses are open to passengers at the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station (M1). The interim headhouse is permanently closed, has been fenced, and is an active construction site. Concrete chipping with a jackhammer will take place in preparation for concrete placements.
- MBTA project deliveries will intermittently take place off Main Street near the MBTA station.
- The inner sidewalk is closed to pedestrians from Wadsworth to Main Street. The Main Street access to the Sloan Garage will remain open throughout construction. A Sloan drop off/pick-up space will be maintained.
- An access driveway to Sloan Garage allows independent access to E62 (Sloan) and the garage/loading dock without mixing with construction access for E55 demolition. Directional signage is posted and police details are on site to help direct traffic. (M2)
- The Main Street entrance to Hayward Street is open to vehicles entering the underground loading dock at the grad tower at Site 4 (E37), 238 Main Street and 314 Main Street. MBTA concrete trucks will use the loading dock at 314 Main Street.
- A Site 2 (200 Main Street) construction gate (Gate 1) near Wadsworth is the entrance for Site 2 construction trucks and equipment. The gate (Gate 2) near the Sloan Drive is the exit for construction vehicles. Police details direct pedestrian, cycling and vehicular traffic in this area. Police details are on duty.
- Oversized trailers carrying equipment will pull into Gate 1 at Site 2 and shut engines off at 4 AM on Tuesday, March 21 or Wednesday, March 22 and on Friday, March 24. Truck unloading will occur starting at 7AM each day.
Hayward Street
- Only construction vehicles and those going to the E40 loading dock are allowed to enter Hayward Street from Amherst Street.
Amherst Street
- The medical lot is open to MIT medical patients with pedestrian access along Amherst Street and to Carleton Street near the HP spaces.
Carleton Street
- Trucks and construction equipment will access the MBTA headhouse site. Concrete placements continue.
- The walkways to Dock and Main Streets and the MBTA Red Line station are open. Directional signage is in place.
- Through access to Dock Street via Charlotte’s Way is open.
General Construction Update
Site 1: 165 Main Street
- Move-ins complete.
- Triangle Park construction is complete.
Site 2:
- A caisson rig is on site to extract existing underground piles. This activity will create noise and some intermittent vibrations.
- Site preparation, pre-trenching and guide wall installation for slurry wall foundation operation underway.
- A slurry plant will be assembled on site.
- Underground investigations and utility relocation preparation will take place in the southeast corner of the site near the Hermann Building. Excavation will be done by a vacuum truck, which will generate noise.
Site 3: 238 Main Street
- CVS Pharmacy has opened a new store to customers on the first floor of 238 Main Street.
- Fit-outs are underway inside the tower and 238 Main Street.
- Most material deliveries continue to the underground loading dock in and out of Main Street at Hayward Street
Site 4: Grad Tower, 45 Hayward Street, and 292 Main Street
- All material deliveries to the underground loading dock will continue to come in and out from Main Street.
Site 5: 314 Main Street
- The MIT Museum and MIT Press Bookstore are open.
- Most deliveries take place at the underground loading dock at Hayward Street.
- Interior fit out continues.
Open Space
- Occasional landscaping punch-list work will take place.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Pedestrians and cyclists please beware of construction vehicles coming and going.
Wadsworth Street – Roadway Conditions into March
- Wadsworth Street pedestrian access has reopened the western sidewalk between Main and Amherst Streets on the 238 Main building and Muckley building side of the street. (W1)
- The Sloan vehicular and pedestrian entrance to the garage, loading dock and buildings continues to be from Main Street and closed at Wadsworth Street. (W2)
- Pedestrian access is maintained to the E53/E52 ramp while Site 2 work is underway.
Main Street
- Two MBTA new headhouses are open to passengers at the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station (M1). The interim headhouse is permanently closed, has been fenced and is an active construction site. Demolition using two automatic Brokk jackhammers will take place.
- MBTA project deliveries will intermittently take place off Main Street near the MBTA station.
- The inner sidewalk is closed to pedestrians from Wadsworth to Main Street. The Main Street access to the Sloan Garage will remain open throughout construction. A Sloan drop off/pick-up space will be maintained.
- An access driveway to Sloan Garage allows independent access to E62 (Sloan) and the garage/loading dock without mixing with construction access for E55 demolition. Directional signage is posted and police details are on site to help direct traffic. (M2)
- The Main Street entrance to Hayward Street is open to vehicles entering the underground loading dock at the grad tower at Site 4 (E37), 238 Main Street and 314 Main Street.
- A Site 2 (200 Main Street) construction gate (Gate 1) near Wadsworth is the entrance for Site 2 construction trucks and equipment. The gate (Gate 2) near the Sloan Drive is the exit for construction vehicles. Police details direct pedestrian, cycling and vehicular traffic in this area. Police details are on duty.
- Sidewalk work will take place in front of Gate 2 near the Sloan drive on Tuesday and Wednesday, March 7 and 8, if weather allows.
Hayward Street
- Only construction vehicles and those going to the E40 loading dock are allowed to enter Hayward Street from Amherst Street.
Amherst Street
- The medical lot is open to MIT medical patients with pedestrian access along Amherst Street and to Carleton Street near the HP spaces.
Carleton Street
- Trucks and construction equipment will access the MBTA headhouse site. Concrete placements and demolition continues and cranes are on site.
- The walkways to Dock and Main Streets and the MBTA Red Line station are open. Directional signage is in place.
- Through access to Dock Street via Charlotte’s Way is open.
General Construction Update
Site 1: 165 Main Street
- Move-ins complete.
- Triangle Park construction is complete.
Site 2:
- A caisson rig is on site to extract existing underground piles. This activity will create noise and some intermittent vibrations.
- Site preparation, pre-trenching and guide wall installation for slurry wall foundation operation underway.
- A slurry plant will be assembled on site.
- Underground investigations will take place in the southeast corner of the site near the Hermann Building. Excavation will be done by a vacuum truck, which will generate noise.
Site 3: 238 Main Street
- CVS Pharmacy has opened a new store to customers on the first floor of 238 Main Street.
- Fit-outs are underway inside the tower and 238 Main Street.
- Most material deliveries continue to the underground loading dock in and out of Main Street at Hayward Street
Site 4: Grad Tower, 45 Hayward Street, and 292 Main Street
- All material deliveries to the underground loading dock will continue to come in and out from Main Street.
Site 5: 314 Main Street
- The MIT Museum and MIT Press Bookstore are open.
- Most deliveries take place at the underground loading dock.
- Interior fit out continues.
Open Space
- Occasional landscaping punch-list work will take place.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Pedestrians and cyclists please beware of construction vehicles coming and going.
Wadsworth Street – Roadway Conditions into March
- Wadsworth Street pedestrian access has reopened the western sidewalk between Main and Amherst Streets on the 238 Main building and Muckley building side of the street. (W1)
- The Sloan vehicular and pedestrian entrance to the garage, loading dock and buildings continues to be from Main Street and closed at Wadsworth Street. (W2)
- Pedestrian access is maintained to the E53/E52 ramp while Site 2 work is underway.
Main Street
- Two MBTA new headhouses are open to passengers at the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station (M1). The interim headhouse is permanently closed, has been fenced and is an active construction site. Demolition using two automatic Brokk jackhammers will take place into March.
- MBTA project deliveries will intermittently take place off Main Street near the MBTA station.
- The inner sidewalk is closed to pedestrians from Wadsworth to Main Street. The Main Street access to the Sloan Garage will remain open throughout construction. A Sloan drop off/pick-up space will be maintained.
- An access driveway to Sloan Garage allows independent access to E62 (Sloan) and the garage/loading dock without mixing with construction access for E55 demolition. Directional signage is posted and police details are on site to help direct traffic. (M2)
- The Main Street entrance to Hayward Street is open to vehicles entering the underground loading dock at the grad tower at Site 4 (E37), 238 Main Street and 314 Main Street.
- A Site 2 (200 Main Street) construction gate (Gate 1) near Wadsworth is the entrance for Site 2 construction trucks and equipment. The gate (Gate 2) near the Sloan Drive is the exit for construction vehicles. Police details direct pedestrian, cycling and vehicular traffic in this area. Police details are on duty.
- On Saturday, February 18, early morning at 5 am, a trailer will be removing a large excavator from Site 2.
- Sidewalk work will take place in front of Gate 2 near the Sloan drive.
Hayward Street
- Only construction vehicles and those going to the E40 loading dock are allowed to enter Hayward Street from Amherst Street.
Amherst Street
- The medical lot is open to MIT medical patients with pedestrian access along Amherst Street and to Carleton Street near the HP spaces.
Carleton Street
- Trucks and construction equipment will access the MBTA headhouse site. Concrete placements and demolition continues and cranes are on site.
- The walkways to Dock and Main Streets and the MBTA Red Line station are open. Directional signage is in place.
- Through access to Dock Street via Charlotte’s Way is open.
General Construction Update
Site 1: 165 Main Street
- Move-ins complete.
- Triangle Park construction is complete.
Site 2:
- A caisson rig is on site to extract existing underground piles. This activity will create noise and some intermittent vibrations.
- Site preparation and pre-trenching for slurry wall foundation operation underway.
- Underground investigations will take place in the southeast corner of the site near the Hermann Building. Excavation will be done by a vacuum truck, which will generate noise.
- Some activity will take place on site on Saturday, February 18. No activity will take place on Monday, February 20.
Site 3: 238 Main Street
- CVS Pharmacy has opened a new store to customers on the first floor of 238 Main Street.
- Fit-outs are underway inside the tower and 238 Main Street.
- Most material deliveries continue to the underground loading dock in and out of Main Street at Hayward Street
Site 4: Grad Tower, 45 Hayward Street, and 292 Main Street
- All material deliveries to the underground loading dock will continue to come in and out from Main Street.
Site 5: 314 Main Street
- The MIT Museum and MIT Press Bookstore are open.
- Most deliveries take place at the underground loading dock.
- Interior fit out continues.
Open Space
- Occasional landscaping punch-list work will take place.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Pedestrians and cyclists please beware of construction vehicles coming and going.
Wadsworth Street – Roadway Conditions into January
- Wadsworth Street pedestrian access has reopened the western sidewalk between Main and Amherst Streets on the 238 Main building and Muckley building side of the street. (W1)
- Pedestrian access is closed across the Eastgate/Sloan parking lot. Pedestrian access to/from the Sloan building and garage will be from Main Street. The Sloan and Eastgate lot vehicular entrance continues to be from Main Street and closed at Wadsworth Street. (W2)
- Pedestrian access is maintained to the E53/E52 ramp while Site 2 work is underway.
Main Street
- MBTA passengers are anticipated to be directed to the new headhouse leading to the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station (M1). At that time the interim headhouse will be permanently closed. Watch for signage and fencing changes.
- MBTA project deliveries will intermittently take place at a gate off Main Street near the MBTA station.
- The inner sidewalk is closed to pedestrians from Wadsworth to Main Street. The Main Street access to the Sloan Garage will remain open throughout construction. A Sloan drop off/pick-up space will be maintained.
- An access driveway to Sloan Garage allows independent access to E62 (Sloan) and the garage without mixing with construction access for E55 demolition. Directional signage is posted and police details are on site to help direct traffic. (M2)
- The Main Street entrance to Hayward Street is open to vehicles entering the underground loading dock at the grad tower at Site 4 (E37), 238 Main Street and 314 Main Street.
- A Site 2 (200 Main Street) construction gate (Gate 1) near Wadsworth is the entrance for Site 2 construction trucks and equipment. The gate (Gate 2) near the Sloan Drive is the exit for construction vehicles. Police details direct pedestrian, cycling and vehicular traffic in this area. Police details are on duty.
- On Sunday, February 5 after 9 am manhole investigatory work will take place in the Sloan drive. The Sloan Garage will remain open and access will be maintained.
- Sidewalk work will take place in front of Gate 2 near the Sloan drive.
Hayward Street
- Only construction vehicles and those going to the E40 loading dock are allowed to enter Hayward Street from Amherst Street.
Amherst Street
- A manhole investigation will take place at the corner of Wadsworth and Amherst streets in front of E40.
- The medical lot is open to MIT medical patients with pedestrian access along Amherst Street and to Carleton Street near the HP spaces.
Carleton Street
- Trucks and construction equipment will access the MBTA headhouse site. Concrete placements and demolition continues and cranes are on site.
- The walkways to Dock and Main Streets and the MBTA Red Line station are open. Directional signage is in place.
- Through access to Dock Street via Charlotte’s Way is open.
General Construction Update
Site 1: 165 Main Street
- Move-ins complete.
- Triangle Park construction is complete.
Site 2:
- Early Monday, February 6 morning between 1:30 and 3 am, an oversized trailer will pick up a crane on site and remove it.
- A caisson rig is on site to extract existing underground piles. This activity will create noise and some intermittent vibrations.
- Site preparation and pre-trenching for slurry wall foundation operation underway.
- Underground investigations will take place in the southeast corner of the site near the Hermann Building. Excavation will be done by a vacuum truck, which will generate noise.
Site 3: 238 Main Street
- Fit-outs are underway inside the tower and 238 Main Street.
- Most material deliveries continue to the underground loading dock in and out of Main Street at Hayward Street
Site 4: Grad Tower, 45 Hayward Street, and 292 Main Street
- All material deliveries to the underground loading dock will continue to come in and out from Main Street.
Site 5: 314 Main Street
- Most deliveries take place at the underground loading dock.
- Interior fit out is underway.
Open Space
- Landscaping punchlist is ongoing.
- Paver installation within and around the MBTA headhouse site will continue into early 2023.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Pedestrians and cyclists please beware of construction vehicles coming and going.
Wadsworth Street – Roadway Conditions into January
- Wadsworth Street pedestrian access has reopened the western sidewalk between Main and Amherst Streets on the 238 Main building and Muckley building side of the street. (W1)
- Pedestrian access is closed across the Eastgate/Sloan parking lot. Pedestrian access to/from the Sloan building and garage will be from Main Street. The Sloan and Eastgate lot vehicular entrance continues to be from Main Street and closed at Wadsworth Street. (W2)
- Pedestrian access is maintained to the E53/E52 ramp while Site 2 work is underway.
Main Street
- MBTA passengers are anticipated to be directed to the new headhouse leading to the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station (M1) after January 28. Watch for signage and fencing changes.
- MBTA project deliveries will intermittently take place at a gate off Main Street near the MBTA station.
- The inner sidewalk is closed to pedestrians from Wadsworth to Main Street. The Main Street access to the Sloan Garage will remain open throughout construction. A Sloan drop off/pick-up space will be maintained.
- An access driveway to Sloan Garage allows independent access to E62 (Sloan) and the garage without mixing with construction access for E55 demolition. Directional signage is posted and police details are on site to help direct traffic. (M2)
- The Main Street entrance to Hayward Street is open to vehicles entering the underground loading dock at the grad tower at Site 4 (E37), 238 Main Street and 314 Main Street.
- A Site 2 (200 Main Street) construction gate (Gate 1) near Wadsworth is the entrance for Site 2 construction trucks and equipment. The gate (Gate 2) near the Sloan Drive is the exit for construction vehicles. Police details direct pedestrian, cycling and vehicular traffic in this area. Police details are on duty.
- Sidewalk work may take place in front of Gate 2 near the Sloan Drive.
Hayward Street
- Only construction vehicles and those going to the E40 loading dock are allowed to enter Hayward Street from Amherst Street.
Amherst Street
- The medical lot is open to MIT medical patients with pedestrian access along Amherst Street and to Carleton Street near the HP spaces.
Carleton Street
- Trucks and construction equipment will access the MBTA headhouse site. Concrete placements and demolition continues and cranes are on site.
- The walkways to Dock and Main Streets and the MBTA Red Line station are open. Directional signage is in place.
- Through access to Dock Street via Charlotte’s Way is open.
General Construction Update
Site 1: 165 Main Street
- Move-ins complete.
- Triangle Park construction is complete with punch list work continuing.
Site 2:
- A crane is on site to extract existing underground piles. This activity will create noise and some intermittent vibrations.
- Site preparation for slurry wall foundation operation underway.
Site 3: 238 Main Street
- Fit-outs are underway inside the tower and 238 Main Street.
- Most material deliveries continue to the underground loading dock in and out of Main Street at Hayward Street
Site 4: Grad Tower, 45 Hayward Street, and 292 Main Street
- All material deliveries to the underground loading dock will continue to come in and out from Main Street.
Site 5: 314 Main Street
- Most deliveries take place at the underground loading dock.
- Interior fit out is underway.
Open Space
- Landscaping punchlist is ongoing.
- Paver installation within and around the MBTA headhouse site will continue into early 2023.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Pedestrians and cyclists please beware of construction vehicles coming and going.
Wadsworth Street – Roadway Conditions into January
- Wadsworth Street pedestrian access has reopened the western sidewalk between Main and Amherst Streets on the 238 Main building and Muckley building side of the street. (W1)
- Pedestrian access is closed across the Eastgate/Sloan parking lot. Pedestrian access to/from the Sloan building and garage will be from Main Street. The Sloan and Eastgate lot vehicular entrance continues to be from Main Street and closed at Wadsworth Street. (W2)
- Pedestrian access is maintained to the E53/E52 ramp while Site 2 work is underway.
Main Street
- MBTA passengers continue to use the interim headhouse and entrance/exit while crews finish renovation and modernization of the new headhouse leading to the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station. (M1)
- MBTA site fences will be shifting in preparation for opening the new headhouse in early 2023.
- MBTA project deliveries will intermittently take place at a gate off Main Street near the MBTA station.
- Early the week of January 9, crews will be installing an underground dewatering line at Gate 1, near Wadsworth Street. Pedestrians will shift to the bike lane and cyclists will share the road near this work.
- The walkway between the inbound MBTA station and 292 Main Street (E37 and E38, the tower at Site 4) is restored and reopened.
- The inner sidewalk is closed to pedestrians from Wadsworth to Main Street. The Main Street access to the Sloan Garage will remain open throughout construction. A Sloan drop off/pick-up space will be maintained.
- An access driveway to Sloan Garage allows independent access to E62 (Sloan) and the garage without mixing with construction access for E55 demolition. Directional signage is posted and police details are on site to help direct traffic. (M2)
- The Main Street entrance to Hayward Street is open to vehicles entering the underground loading dock at the grad tower at Site 4 (E37), 238 Main Street and 314 Main Street.
- A construction gate (Gate 1) near Wadsworth is the entrance for Site 2 construction trucks and equipment. The gate (Gate 2) near the Sloan Drive is the exit for construction vehicles. Police details direct pedestrian, cycling and vehicular traffic in this area. Police details are on duty.
Hayward Street
- Only construction vehicles and those going to the E40 loading dock are allowed to enter Hayward Street from Amherst Street.
Amherst Street
- The medical lot is open to MIT medical patients with pedestrian access along Amherst Street and to Carleton Street near the HP spaces.
Carleton Street
- Trucks and construction equipment will access the MBTA headhouse site. Concrete placements and demolition continues and cranes are on site.
- The walkways to Dock and Main Streets and the MBTA Red Line station are open. Directional signage is in place.
- Through access to Dock Street via Charlotte’s Way is open.
General Construction Update
Site 1: 165 Main Street
- Move-ins complete.
- Triangle Park construction is complete with punch list work continuing.
Site 2:
- A crane is on site to extract existing underground piles. This activity will create noise and some intermittent vibrations.
- Site preparation for slurry wall foundation operation underway.
Site 3: 238 Main Street
- Fit-outs are underway inside the tower and 238 Main Street.
- Most material deliveries continue to the underground loading dock in and out of Main Street at Hayward Street
Site 4: Grad Tower, 45 Hayward Street, and 292 Main Street
- All material deliveries to the underground loading dock will continue to come in and out from Main Street.
Site 5: 314 Main Street
- Most deliveries take place at the underground loading dock.
- Interior fit out is underway.
Open Space
- Landscaping punchlist is ongoing.
- Paver installation within and around the MBTA headhouse site will continue into early 2023.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Pedestrians and cyclists please beware of construction vehicles coming and going.
Wadsworth Street – Roadway Conditions into January
- Wadsworth Street pedestrian access has reopened the western sidewalk between Main and Amherst Streets on the 238 Main building and Muckley building side of the street. (W1)
- Pedestrian access is closed across the Eastgate/Sloan parking lot. Pedestrian access to/from the Sloan building and garage will be from Main Street. The Sloan and Eastgate lot vehicular entrance continues to be from Main Street and closed at Wadsworth Street. (W2)
- Pedestrian access is maintained to the E53/E52 ramp while Site 2 work is underway.
Main Street
- MBTA passengers continue to use the interim headhouse and entrance/exit while crews finish renovation and modernization of the new headhouse leading to the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station. (M1)
- MBTA site fences will be shifting in preparation for opening the new headhouse in early 2023.
- MBTA project deliveries will intermittently take place at a gate off Main Street near the MBTA station.
- The walkway between the inbound MBTA station and 292 Main Street (E37 and E38, the tower at Site 4) is restored and reopened.
- The inner sidewalk is closed to pedestrians from Wadsworth to Main Street. The Main Street access to the Sloan Garage will remain open throughout construction. A Sloan drop off/pick-up space will be maintained.
- An access driveway to Sloan Garage allows independent access to E62 (Sloan) and the garage without mixing with construction access for E55 demolition. Directional signage is posted and police details are on site to help direct traffic. (M2)
- The Main Street entrance to Hayward Street is open to vehicles entering the underground loading dock at the grad tower at Site 4 (E37), 238 Main Street and 314 Main Street.
- A construction gate (Gate 1) near Wadsworth is the entrance for Site 2 construction trucks and equipment. The gate (Gate 2) near the Sloan Drive is the exit for construction vehicles. Police details direct pedestrian, cycling and vehicular traffic in this area.
Hayward Street
- Only construction vehicles and those going to the E40 loading dock are allowed to enter Hayward Street from Amherst Street.
Amherst Street
- The medical lot is open to MIT medical patients with pedestrian access along Amherst Street and to Carleton Street near the HP spaces.
Carleton Street
- Trucks and construction equipment will access the MBTA headhouse site. Concrete placements and demolition continues and cranes are on site.
- The walkways to Dock and Main Streets and the MBTA Red Line station are open. Directional signage is in place.
- Through access to Dock Street via Charlotte’s Way is open.
General Construction Update
Site 1: 165 Main Street
- Move-ins complete.
- Triangle Park construction is complete with punch list work continuing.
Site 2:
- Removal of pile caps and extraction of existing piles underway.
- Site preparation for slurry wall foundation operation underway.
- A crane is on site to install underground soldier piles.
Site 3: 238 Main Street
- Fit-outs are underway inside the tower and 238 Main Street.
- Most material deliveries continue to the underground loading dock in and out of Main Street at Hayward Street
Site 4: Grad Tower, 45 Hayward Street, and 292 Main Street
- All material deliveries to the underground loading dock will continue to come in and out from Main Street.
Site 5: 314 Main Street
- Most deliveries take place at the underground loading dock.
- Interior fit out is underway.
Open Space
- Landscaping punchlist is ongoing.
- Paver installation within and around the MBTA headhouse site will continue into early 2023.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Pedestrians and cyclists please beware of construction vehicles coming and going.
Wadsworth Street – Roadway Conditions into December
- Wadsworth Street pedestrian access has reopened the western sidewalk between Main and Amherst Streets on the 238 Main building and Muckley building side of the street. (W1)
- Pedestrian access is closed across the Eastgate/Sloan parking lot. Pedestrian access to/from the Sloan building and garage will be from Main Street. The Sloan and Eastgate lot vehicular entrance continues to be from Main Street and closed at Wadsworth Street. (W2)
- Pedestrian access is maintained to the E53/E52 ramp while Site 2 work is underway.
- Demolition of a wall inside the construction site at 200 Main Street is on-going and includes a fence shift to the curb along Wadsworth Street.
Main Street
- MBTA passengers continue to use the interim headhouse and entrance/exit while crews finish renovation and modernization of the new headhouse leading to the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station. (M1)
- MBTA site fences will be shifting in preparation for opening the new headhouse in early 2023.
- MBTA project deliveries will intermittently take place at a gate off Main Street near the MBTA station.
- The walkway between the inbound MBTA station and 292 Main Street (E37 and E38, the tower at Site 4) is restored and reopened. Overhead protection is being removed on Saturday, December 10 near E38.
- The inner sidewalk is closed to pedestrians from Wadsworth to Main Street. The Main Street access to the Sloan Garage will remain open throughout construction. A Sloan drop off/pick-up space will be maintained.
- An access driveway to Sloan Garage allows independent access to E62 (Sloan) and the garage without mixing with construction access for E55 demolition. Directional signage is posted and police details are on site to help direct traffic. (M2)
- The Main Street entrance to Hayward Street is open to vehicles entering the underground loading dock at the grad tower at Site 4 (E37), 238 Main Street and 314 Main Street.
- A construction gate (Gate 1) near Wadsworth is the entrance for Site 2 construction trucks and equipment. The gate (Gate 2) near the Sloan Drive is the exit for construction vehicles. Police details direct pedestrian, cycling and vehicular traffic in this area.
Hayward Street
- Only construction vehicles and those going to the E40 loading dock are allowed to enter Hayward Street from Amherst Street.
Amherst Street
- The medical lot is open to MIT medical patients with pedestrian access along Amherst Street and to Carleton Street near the HP spaces.
Carleton Street
- Trucks and construction equipment will access the MBTA headhouse site. Concrete placements and demolition continues and cranes are on site.
- The walkways to Dock and Main Streets and the MBTA Red Line station are open. Directional signage is in place.
- Through access to Dock Street via Charlotte’s Way is open.
General Construction Update
Site 1: 165 Main Street
- Move-ins complete.
- Triangle Park construction is complete with punch list work continuing.
Site 2:
- Removal of pile caps and extraction of existing piles underway.
- Site preparation for slurry wall foundation operation underway.
Site 3: 238 Main Street
- Fit-outs are underway inside the tower and 238 Main Street.
- Most material deliveries continue to the underground loading dock in and out of Main Street at Hayward Street
Site 4: Grad Tower, 45 Hayward Street, and 292 Main Street
- All material deliveries to the underground loading dock will continue to come in and out from Main Street.
Site 5: 314 Main Street
- Most deliveries take place at the underground loading dock.
- Interior fit out is underway.
Open Space
- Landscaping punchlist is ongoing.
- Paver installation within and around the MBTA headhouse site will continue through December 2022.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Pedestrians and cyclists please beware of construction vehicles coming and going.
Wadsworth Street – Roadway Conditions into December
- Wadsworth Street pedestrian access has reopened the western sidewalk between Main and Amherst Streets on the 238 Main building and Muckley building side of the street. (W1)
- Pedestrian access is closed across the Eastgate/Sloan parking lot. Pedestrian access to/from the Sloan building and garage will be from Main Street. The Sloan and Eastgate lot vehicular entrance continues to be from Main Street and closed at Wadsworth Street. (W2)
- Pedestrian access is maintained to the E53/E52 ramp while Site 2 work is underway.
- Demolition of a wall inside the construction site at 200 Main Street will take place and include a fence shift to the curb along Wadsworth Street.
Main Street
- MBTA passengers now use the interim headhouse and entrance/exit so that crews can continue renovation and modernization of the existing headhouse leading to the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station. (M1)
- MBTA project deliveries will intermittently take place at a gate off Main Street near the MBTA station.
- The walkway between the inbound MBTA station and 292 Main Street (E37 and E38, the tower at Site 4) is restored and reopened. Overhead protection is in place along the walkway accessing the MIT Welcome Center at 314 Main Street. (M2)
- The Site 2 project is underway in the parking area south of Eastgate (E55) closing the Hermann Garage.
- The inner sidewalk is closed to pedestrians from Wadsworth to Main Street. The Main Street access to the Sloan Garage will remain open throughout construction. A Sloan drop off/pick-up space will be maintained.
- An access driveway to Sloan Garage allows independent access to E62 (Sloan) and the garage without mixing with construction access for E55 demolition. Directional signage is posted and police details are on site to help direct traffic. (M2)
- The Main Street entrance to Hayward Street is open to vehicles entering the underground loading dock at the grad tower at Site 4 (E37), 238 Main Street and 314 Main Street.
- A construction gate (Gate 1) near Wadsworth is the entrance for Site 2 construction trucks and equipment. The gate (Gate 2) near the Sloan Drive is the exit for construction vehicles. Police details direct pedestrian, cycling and vehicular traffic in this area.
Hayward Street
- Only construction vehicles and those going to the E40 loading dock are allowed to enter Hayward Street from Amherst Street.
Amherst Street
- The medical lot is open to MIT medical patients with pedestrian access along Amherst Street and to Carleton Street near the HP spaces.
Carleton Street
- Trucks and construction equipment will access the MBTA headhouse site. Concrete placements and demolition continues and cranes are on site.
- The walkways to Dock and Main Streets and the MBTA Red Line station are open. Directional signage is in place.
- Through access to Dock Street via Charlotte’s Way is open.
General Construction Update
Site 1: 165 Main Street
- Move-ins are underway.
- Triangle Park construction is substantially complete with punch list work continuing.
Site 2:
- Clean up and abatement of structural demolition regulated and non-regulated Eastgate materials will be ongoing and include live loading trucks to remove debris.
- Structural demolition of Eastgate is finishing.
Site 3: 238 Main Street
- Fit-outs are underway inside the tower and 238 Main Street.
- Most material deliveries continue to the underground loading dock in and out of Main Street at Hayward Street
Site 4: Grad Tower, 45 Hayward Street, and 292 Main Street
- All material deliveries to the underground loading dock will continue to come in and out from Main Street.
Site 5: 314 Main Street
- Most deliveries take place at the underground loading dock.
- Interior fit out is underway.
Open Space
- Landscaping punchlist is ongoing.
- Paver installation within and around the MBTA headhouse site will continue through December 2022.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Pedestrians and cyclists please beware of construction vehicles coming and going.
Wadsworth Street – Roadway Conditions into November
- Wadsworth Street pedestrian access has reopened the western sidewalk between Main and Amherst Streets on the 238 Main building and Muckley building side of the street. (W1)
- Pedestrian access is closed across the Eastgate/Sloan parking lot. Pedestrian access to/from the Sloan building and garage will be from Main Street. The Sloan and Eastgate lot vehicular entrance continues to be from Main Street and closed at Wadsworth Street. (W2)
- Pedestrian access is maintained to the E53/E52 ramp while Site 2 work is underway.
- Structural demolition of Eastgate using excavators munching building materials will take place from ground level and will create noise from 7 am to 6 pm.
Main Street
- MBTA passengers now use the interim headhouse and entrance/exit so that crews can continue renovation and modernization of the existing headhouse leading to the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station. (M1)
- MBTA project deliveries will intermittently take place at a gate off Main Street near the MBTA station.
- The walkway between the inbound MBTA station and 292 Main Street (E37 and E38, the tower at Site 4) is restored and reopened. Fences are shifting and overhead protection is in place along the walkway accessing the MIT Welcome Center at 314 Main Street. (M2)
- The Site 2 project is underway in the parking area south of Eastgate (E55) closing the Hermann Garage.
- The inner sidewalk is closed to pedestrians from Wadsworth to Main Street. The Main Street access to the Sloan Garage will remain open throughout construction. A Sloan drop off/pick-up space will be maintained.
- An access driveway to Sloan Garage allows independent access to E62 (Sloan) and the garage without mixing with construction access for E55 demolition. Directional signage is posted and police details are on site to help direct traffic. (M2)
- The Main Street entrance to Hayward Street is open to vehicles entering the underground loading dock at the grad tower at Site 4 (E37), 238 Main Street and 314 Main Street.
- A construction gate near Wadsworth will be the entrance for Site 2 construction trucks and equipment. The existing gate will be the exit for construction vehicles. Police details will direct pedestrian, cycling and vehicular traffic in this area.
Hayward Street
- Only construction vehicles and those going to the E40 loading dock are allowed to enter Hayward Street from Amherst Street.
Amherst Street
- The medical lot is open to MIT medical patients with pedestrian access along Amherst Street and to Carleton Street near the HP spaces.
Carleton Street
- Trucks and construction equipment will access the MBTA headhouse site. Concrete placements and demolition continues and cranes are on site.
- The walkways to Dock and Main Streets and the MBTA Red Line station are open. Directional signage is in place.
- Through access to Dock Street via Charlotte’s Way is open.
General Construction Update
Site 1: 165 Main Street
- Move-ins are underway.
- Triangle Park construction is substantially complete with punch list work continuing.
Site 2:
- The hoist and platform have been removed.
- Scaffolding is being removed from the building.
- Structural demolition of Eastgate is on Level 2-3.
Site 3: 238 Main Street
- Fit-outs are underway inside the tower and 238 Main Street.
- Most material deliveries continue to the underground loading dock in and out of Main Street at Hayward Street
Site 4: Grad Tower, 45 Hayward Street, and 292 Main Street
- All material deliveries to the underground loading dock will continue to come in and out from Main Street.
Site 5: 314 Main Street
- Most deliveries take place at the underground loading dock.
- Interior fit out is underway.
Open Space
- Landscaping punchlist is ongoing.
- Paver installation within and around the MBTA headhouse site will continue through November 2022.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Pedestrians and cyclists please beware of construction vehicles coming and going.
Wadsworth Street – Roadway Conditions into November
- Wadsworth Street pedestrian access has reopened the western sidewalk between Main and Amherst Streets on the 238 Main building and Muckley building side of the street. (W1)
- Pedestrian access is closed across the Eastgate/Sloan parking lot. Pedestrian access to/from the Sloan building and garage will be from Main Street. The Sloan and Eastgate lot vehicular entrance continues to be from Main Street and closed at Wadsworth Street. (W2)
- Pedestrian access is maintained to the E53/E52 ramp while Site 2 work is underway.
- Structural demolition of Eastgate using excavators munching building materials will take place from ground level and will create noise from 7 am to 6 pm.
Main Street
- MBTA passengers now use the interim headhouse and entrance/exit so that crews can continue renovation and modernization of the existing headhouse leading to the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station. (M1)
- MBTA project deliveries will intermittently take place at a gate off Main Street near the MBTA station.
- The walkway between the inbound MBTA station and 292 Main Street (E37 and E38, the tower at Site 4) is restored and reopened. Fences are shifting and overhead protection is in place along the walkway accessing the MIT Welcome Center at 314 Main Street. (M2)
- The Site 2 project is underway in the parking area south of Eastgate (E55) closing the Hermann Garage.
- The inner sidewalk is closed to pedestrians from Wadsworth to Main Street. The Main Street access to the Sloan Garage will remain open throughout construction. A Sloan drop off/pick-up space will be maintained.
- An access driveway to Sloan Garage allows independent access to E62 (Sloan) and the garage without mixing with construction access for E55 demolition. Directional signage is posted and police details are on site to help direct traffic. (M2)
- The Main Street entrance to Hayward Street is open to vehicles entering the underground loading dock at the grad tower at Site 4 (E37), 238 Main Street and 314 Main Street.
- A construction gate near Wadsworth will be the entrance for Site 2 construction trucks and equipment. The existing gate will be the exit for construction vehicles. Police details will direct pedestrian, cycling and vehicular traffic in this area.
Hayward Street
- Only construction vehicles and those going to the E40 loading dock are allowed to enter Hayward Street from Amherst Street.
Amherst Street
- The medical lot is open to MIT medical patients with pedestrian access along Amherst Street and to Carleton Street near the HP spaces.
Carleton Street
- Trucks and construction equipment will access the MBTA headhouse site. Concrete placements and demolition continues and cranes are on site.
- The walkways to Dock and Main Streets and the MBTA Red Line station are open. Directional signage is in place.
- Through access to Dock Street via Charlotte’s Way is open.
General Construction Update
Site 1: 165 Main Street
- Move-ins are underway.
- Triangle Park construction is substantially complete with punch list work continuing.
Site 2:
- The hoist and platform have been removed.
- Scaffolding is being removed from the building.
- Structural demolition of Eastgate is on Level 4-3.
Site 3: 238 Main Street
- Fit-outs are underway inside the tower and 238 Main Street.
- Most material deliveries continue to the underground loading dock in and out of Main Street at Hayward Street
Site 4: Grad Tower, 45 Hayward Street, and 292 Main Street
- All material deliveries to the underground loading dock will continue to come in and out from Main Street.
Site 5: 314 Main Street
- Most deliveries take place at the underground loading dock.
- Interior fit out is underway.
Open Space
- Landscaping punchlist is ongoing.
- Paver installation within and around the MBTA headhouse site will continue through November 2022.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Pedestrians and cyclists please beware of construction vehicles coming and going.
Wadsworth Street – Roadway Conditions into October
- Wadsworth Street pedestrian access has reopened the western sidewalk between Main and Amherst Streets on the 238 Main building and Muckley building side of the street. (W1)
- Pedestrian access is closed across the Eastgate/Sloan parking lot. Pedestrian access to/from the Sloan building and garage will be from Main Street. The Sloan and Eastgate lot vehicular entrance continues to be from Main Street and closed at Wadsworth Street. (W2)
- Pedestrian access is maintained to the E53/E52 ramp while Site 2 work is underway.
- Structural demolition of Eastgate using automatic jackhammers, which will create noise, is underway from 7 am to 6 pm.
Main Street
- MBTA passengers now use the interim headhouse and entrance/exit so that crews can continue renovation and modernization of the existing headhouse leading to the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station. (M1)
- MBTA project deliveries will intermittently take place at a gate off Main Street near the MBTA station.
- The walkway between the inbound MBTA station and 292 Main Street (E37 and E38, the tower at Site 4) is restored and reopened. Fences are shifting and overhead protection is in place along the walkway accessing the MIT Welcome Center at 314 Main Street. (M2)
- The Site 2 project is underway in the parking area south of Eastgate (E55) closing the Hermann Garage.
- The inner sidewalk is closed to pedestrians from Wadsworth to Main Street. The Main Street access to the Sloan Garage will remain open throughout construction. A Sloan drop off/pick-up space will be maintained.
- An access driveway to Sloan Garage allows independent access to E62 (Sloan) and the garage without mixing with construction access for E55 demolition. Directional signage is posted and police details are on site to help direct traffic. (M2)
- The Main Street entrance to Hayward Street is open to vehicles entering the underground loading dock at the grad tower at Site 4 (E37), 238 Main Street and 314 Main Street.
- A construction gate near Wadsworth will be the entrance for Site 2 construction trucks and equipment. The existing gate will be the exit for construction vehicles. Police details will direct pedestrian, cycling and vehicular traffic in this area.
Hayward Street
- Only construction vehicles and those going to the E40 loading dock are allowed to enter Hayward Street from Amherst Street.
Amherst Street
- The medical lot is open to MIT medical patients with pedestrian access along Amherst Street and to Carleton Street near the HP spaces.
Carleton Street
- Trucks and construction equipment will access the MBTA headhouse site. Concrete placements and demolition continues and cranes are on site.
- The walkways to Dock and Main Streets and the MBTA Red Line station are open. Directional signage is in place.
- Through access to Dock Street via Charlotte’s Way is open.
General Construction Update
Site 1: 165 Main Street
- Move-ins are underway.
- Triangle Park construction is substantially complete with punch list work continuing.
Site 2:
- A hoist for E55 demolition has been installed on the south facade and may be operational from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm. It is lowered accordingly with the building height.
- Structural demolition of Eastgate is on Level 7-5.
Site 3: 238 Main Street
- Fit-outs are underway inside the tower and 238 Main Street.
- Most material deliveries continue to the underground loading dock in and out of Main Street at Hayward Street
Site 4: Grad Tower, 45 Hayward Street, and 292 Main Street
- All material deliveries to the underground loading dock will continue to come in and out from Main Street.
Site 5: 314 Main Street
- Most deliveries take place at the underground loading dock.
- Interior fit out is underway.
Open Space
- Landscaping punchlist is ongoing.
- Paver installation within and around the MBTA headhouse site will continue through November 2022.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Pedestrians and cyclists please beware of construction vehicles coming and going.
Wadsworth Street – Roadway Conditions into October
- Wadsworth Street pedestrian access has reopened the western sidewalk between Main and Amherst Streets on the 238 Main building and Muckley building side of the street. (W1)
- Pedestrian access is closed across the Eastgate/Sloan parking lot. Pedestrian access to/from the Sloan building and garage will be from Main Street. The Sloan and Eastgate lot vehicular entrance continues to be from Main Street and closed at Wadsworth Street. (W2)
- Pedestrian access is maintained to the E53/E52 ramp while Site 2 work is underway.
- Structural demolition of Eastgate using automatic jackhammers, which will create noise, is underway from 7 am to 6 pm.
Main Street
- MBTA passengers now use the interim headhouse and entrance/exit so that crews can continue renovation and modernization of the existing headhouse leading to the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station. (M1)
- MBTA project deliveries will intermittently take place at a gate off Main Street near the MBTA station.
- The walkway between the inbound MBTA station and 292 Main Street (E37 and E38, the tower at Site 4) is restored and reopened. Fences are shifting and overhead protection is in place along the walkway accessing the MIT Welcome Center at 314 Main Street. (M2)
- The Site 2 project is underway in the parking area south of Eastgate (E55) closing the Hermann Garage.
- The inner sidewalk is closed to pedestrians from Wadsworth to Main Street. The Main Street access to the Sloan Garage will remain open throughout construction. A Sloan drop off/pick-up space will be maintained.
- An access driveway to Sloan Garage allows independent access to E62 (Sloan) and the garage without mixing with construction access for E55 demolition. Directional signage is posted and police details are on site to help direct traffic. (M2)
- The Main Street entrance to Hayward Street is open to vehicles entering the underground loading dock at the grad tower at Site 4 (E37), 238 Main Street and 314 Main Street.
- A construction gate near Wadsworth will be the entrance for Site 2 construction trucks and equipment. The existing gate will be the exit for construction vehicles. Police details will direct pedestrian, cycling and vehicular traffic in this area.
Hayward Street
- Only construction vehicles and those going to the E40 loading dock are allowed to enter Hayward Street from Amherst Street.
Amherst Street
- The medical lot is open to MIT medical patients with pedestrian access along Amherst Street and to Carleton Street near the HP spaces.
Carleton Street
- Trucks and construction equipment will access the MBTA headhouse site. Concrete placements and demolition continues and cranes are on site.
- The walkways to Dock and Main Streets and the MBTA Red Line station are open. Directional signage is in place.
- Through access to Dock Street via Charlotte’s Way is open.
General Construction Update
Site 1: 165 Main Street
- Move-ins are underway.
- Triangle Park construction is substantially complete with some punch list work continuing.
Site 2:
- A hoist for E55 demolition has been installed on the south facade and may be operational from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm. It is lowered accordingly with the building height.
- Structural demolition of Eastgate is on Level 10-7.
Site 3: 238 Main Street
- Fit-outs are underway inside the tower and 238 Main Street.
- Most material deliveries continue to the underground loading dock in and out of Main Street at Hayward Street
Site 4: Grad Tower, 45 Hayward Street, and 292 Main Street
- All material deliveries to the underground loading dock will continue to come in and out from Main Street.
Site 5: 314 Main Street
- Most deliveries take place at the underground loading dock.
- Interior fit out is underway.
Open Space
- Landscaping punchlist is ongoing.
- Paver installation within and around the MBTA headhouse site will continue through November 2022.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Pedestrians and cyclists please beware of construction vehicles coming and going.
Wadsworth Street – Roadway Conditions into September
- Wadsworth Street pedestrian access has reopened the western sidewalk between Main and Amherst Streets on the 238 Main building and Muckley building side of the street. (W1)
- Vehicular access between Amherst and Main Streets is open. (W1)
- Pedestrian access is closed across the Eastgate/Sloan parking lot. Pedestrian access to/from the Sloan building and garage will be from Main Street. The Sloan and Eastgate lot vehicular entrance continues to be from Main Street and closed at Wadsworth Street. (W2)
- Pedestrian access is maintained to the E53/E52 ramp while Site 2 work is underway.
- Structural demolition of Eastgate using automatic jackhammers, which will create noise, is underway from 7 am to 6 pm.
- Overnight, Friday and Saturday, September 23 and 24, Wadsworth Street between Main Street and Memorial Drive will close temporarily to allow the transport of the oversized loads.
Main Street
- The MBTA will divert Red Line riders on Saturday and Sunday, September 24-25, from the inbound Kendall Square station to accommodate weekend work hours. Inbound Red Line T riders will be instructed to get off at the following stop (Charles/MGH) and transfer to the outbound track to travel back to Kendall Square. Pedestrians will be directed to the northern sidewalk of Main Street during these activities. The outbound MBTA station will remain open and accessible.
- MBTA passengers will now be switched to the interim headhouse and entrance/exit so that crews can continue renovation and modernization of the existing headhouse leading to the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station. (M1)
- MBTA project deliveries will intermittently take place at a gate off Main Street near the MBTA station.
- The walkway between the inbound MBTA station and 292 Main Street (E37 and E38, the tower at Site 4) is restored and reopened. Fences are shifting and overhead protection is in place along the walkway accessing the MIT Welcome Center at 314 Main Street. (M2)
- The Site 2 project is underway in the parking area south of Eastgate (E55) closing the Hermann Garage.
- The inner sidewalk is closed to pedestrians from Wadsworth to Main Street. The Main Street access to the Sloan Garage will remain open throughout construction. A Sloan drop off/pick-up space will be maintained.
- An access driveway to Sloan Garage allows independent access to E62 (Sloan) and the garage without mixing with construction access for E55 demolition. Directional signage is posted and police details are on site to help direct traffic. (M2)
- The Main Street entrance to Hayward Street (Gate 1) is open to vehicles entering the underground loading dock at the grad tower at Site 4 (E37), 238 Main Street and 314 Main Street.
- A construction gate near Wadsworth will be the entrance for Site 2 construction trucks and equipment. The existing gate will be the exit for construction vehicles. Police details will direct pedestrian, cycling and vehicular traffic in this area.
Memorial Drive
- Overnight closure and work on Memorial Drive: September 23 – September 24. On Friday evening, September 23, a crane is scheduled to be assembled on Memorial Drive. From 10 pm Friday, September 23, through 7 am Saturday, September 24, Memorial Drive will be closed from Massachusetts Avenue to the Longfellow Bridge in Cambridge as the crane removes two large sections of material from a barge on the Charles River to two trucks with trailers on Memorial Drive. Some noise is anticipated.
Ames Street
- Overnight, Friday and Saturday, September 23 and 24, Ames Street between Main Street and Memorial Drive will close temporarily to allow the transport of the oversized loads.
Hayward Street
- Only construction vehicles and those going to the E40 loading dock are allowed to enter Hayward Street from Amherst Street.
Amherst Street
- The medical lot is open to MIT medical patients with pedestrian access along Amherst Street and to Carleton Street near the HP spaces.
- Overnight, Friday and Saturday, September 23 and 24, Amherst Street between Main Street and Memorial Drive will close temporarily to allow the transport of the oversized loads. Overnight parking will not be allowed. The street will reopen by 7 am Saturday morning.
Carleton Street
- Weekend closure of Carleton Street: September 22 – September 26. Beginning Thursday morning, September 22, a large crane is scheduled to be delivered and assembled on Carleton Street in East Campus to construct the two-part canopy of the new MBTA headhouse in Kendall Square. During this work, Carleton Street will be closed to vehicular traffic, except for ambulance services and medical drop-off. Charlotte’s Way and Dock Street will be closed to through traffic. Disassembly and removal of the crane is anticipated to be complete by 5 pm on Monday, September 26.
- Twenty-four columns will continue to be installed in preparation for the installation of a steel canopy over the MBTA’s new headhouses the weekend of September 24 and 25. (C1)
- Trucks and construction equipment will access the MBTA headhouse site. Concrete placements and demolition continues and cranes are on site.
- The walkways to Dock and Main Streets and the MBTA Red Line station are open. Directional signage is in place.
- Through access to Dock Street via Charlotte’s Way is open.
General Construction Update
Site 1: 165 Main Street
- Move-ins are underway.
- Triangle Park construction continues and is scheduled to be complete at the end of the summer.
- Line striping is complete on Broad Canal Way between Third and Main Streets.
Site 2:
- A hoist for E55 demolition has been installed on the south facade and may be operational from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm. It is lowered accordingly with the building height.
- Structural demolition of Eastgate is on Level 12-10.
Site 3: 238 Main Street
- Fit-outs are underway inside the tower and 238 Main Street.
- Most material deliveries continue to the underground loading dock in and out of Main Street at Hayward Street
Site 4: Grad Tower, 45 Hayward Street, and 292 Main Street
- All material deliveries to the underground loading dock will continue to come in and out from Main Street.
Site 5: 314 Main Street
- Most deliveries take place at the underground loading dock.
- Interior fit out is underway.
Open Space
- Landscaping punchlist is ongoing.
- Paver installation within and around the MBTA headhouse site will continue through November 2022.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Pedestrians and cyclists please beware of construction vehicles coming and going.
Wadsworth Street – Roadway Conditions into September
- Wadsworth Street pedestrian access has reopened the western sidewalk between Main and Amherst Streets on the 238 Main building and Muckley building side of the street. (W1)
- Vehicular access between Amherst and Main streets is open. (W1)
- Pedestrian access is closed across the Eastgate/Sloan parking lot. Pedestrian access to/from the Sloan building and garage will be from Main Street. The Sloan and Eastgate lot vehicular entrance continues to be from Main Street and closed at Wadsworth Street. (W2)
- Pedestrian access is maintained to the E53/E52 ramp while Site 2 work is underway.
- Structural demolition of Eastgate using automatic jackhammers, which will create noise, is underway from 7 am to 6 pm.
Main Street
- MBTA passengers switched to the new interim headhouse and entrance/exit so that crews can continue renovation and modernization of the existing headhouse leading to the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station. (M1)
- MBTA project deliveries will intermittently take place at a gate off Main Street near the MBTA station.
- The walkway between the inbound MBTA station and 292 Main Street (E37 and E38, the tower at Site 4) is restored and reopened. Fences are shifting and overhead protection is in place along the walkway accessing the MIT Welcome Center at 314 Main Street. M2)
- The Site 2 project is underway in the parking area south of Eastgate (E55) closing the Hermann Garage.
- The inner sidewalk is closed to pedestrians from Wadsworth to Main Street. The Main Street access to the Sloan Garage will remain open throughout construction. A Sloan drop off/pick-up space will be maintained.
- An access driveway to Sloan Garage allows independent access to E62 (Sloan) and the garage without mixing with construction access for E55 demolition. Directional signage is posted and police details are on site to help direct traffic. (M2)
- The Main Street entrance to Hayward Street (Gate 1) is open to vehicles entering the underground loading dock at the grad tower at Site 4 (E37), 238 Main Street and 314 Main Street.
- A construction gate near Wadsworth will be the entrance for Site 2 construction trucks and equipment. The existing gate will be the exit for construction vehicles. Police details will direct pedestrian, cycling and vehicular traffic in this area.
Hayward Street
- Only construction vehicles and those going to the E40 loading dock are allowed to enter Hayward Street from Amherst Street.
Amherst Street
- The medical lot is open to MIT medical patients with pedestrian access along Amherst Street and to Carleton Street near the HP spaces.
Carleton Street
- Twenty-four columns will be installed in early September in preparation for the installation of a steel canopy over the MBTA’s new headhouses the weekend of September 24 and 25.
- Trucks and construction equipment will access the MBTA headhouse site. Concrete placements and demolition continues and cranes are on site.
- The walkways to Dock and Main Streets and the MBTA Red Line station are open. Directional signage is in place.
- Through access to Dock Street via Charlotte’s Way is open.
General Construction Update
Site 1: 165 Main Street
- Move-ins are underway.
- Triangle Park construction continues and is scheduled to be complete at the end of the summer.
- Line striping is complete on Broad Canal Way between Third and Main Streets.
Site 2:
- A hoist for E55 demolition has been installed on the south facade and may be operational from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm. It is lowered accordingly with the building height.
- Structural demolition of Eastgate is on Level 13-14.
Site 3: 238 Main Street
- Fit-outs are underway inside the tower and 238 Main Street.
- Most material deliveries continue to the underground loading dock in and out of Main Street at Hayward Street
Site 4: Grad Tower, 45 Hayward Street, and 292 Main Street
- All material deliveries to the underground loading dock will continue to come in and out from Main Street.
Site 5: 314 Main Street
- Most deliveries take place at the underground loading dock.
- Interior fit out is underway.
Open Space
- Landscaping punchlist is ongoing.
- Paver installation within and around the MBTA headhouse site will continue through November 2022.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Pedestrians and cyclists please beware of construction vehicles coming and going.
Wadsworth Street – Roadway Conditions into August
- Wadsworth Street pedestrian access has reopened the western sidewalk between Main and Amherst Streets on the 238 Main building and Muckley building side of the street. (W1)
- Vehicular access between Amherst and Main streets is open. (W1)
- Pedestrian access is closed across the Eastgate/Sloan parking lot. Pedestrian access to/from the Sloan building and garage will be from Main Street. The Sloan and Eastgate lot vehicular entrance continues to be from Main Street and closed at Wadsworth Street. (W2)
- Pedestrian access is maintained to the E53/E52 ramp while Site 2 work is underway.
- An exit personnel gate has been installed from Site 2.
- Structural demolition of Eastgate using automatic jackhammers, which will create noise, is underway from 7 am to 6 pm.
Main Street
- MBTA passengers switched to the new interim headhouse and entrance/exit so that crews can continue renovation and modernization of the existing headhouse leading to the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station. (M1)
- MBTA project deliveries will intermittently take place at a gate off Main Street near the MBTA station.
- The walkway between the inbound MBTA station and 292 Main Street (E37 and E38, the tower at Site 4) will be closed for utility work and sidewalk restoration. Access to the MIT Welcome Center will be maintained along 314 Main Street. A portion of sidewalk on Main Street will be closed to pedestrians with temporary access maintained. (M2)
- The Site 2 project is underway in the parking area south of Eastgate (E55) closing the Hermann Garage.
- The inner sidewalk is closed to pedestrians from Wadsworth to Main Street. The Main Street access to the Sloan Garage will remain open throughout construction. A Sloan drop off/pick-up space will be maintained.
- An access driveway to Sloan Garage allows independent access to E62 (Sloan) and the garage without mixing with construction access for E55 demolition. Directional signage is posted and police details are on site to help direct traffic. (M2)
- The Main Street entrance to Hayward Street (Gate 1) is open to vehicles entering the underground loading dock at the grad tower at Site 4 (E37), 238 Main Street and 314 Main Street.
- A construction gate near Wadsworth will be the entrance for Site 2 construction trucks and equipment. The existing gate will be the exit for construction vehicles. Police details will direct pedestrian, cycling and vehicular traffic in this area.
Hayward Street
- Only construction vehicles and those going to the E40 loading dock are allowed to enter Hayward Street from Amherst Street.
Amherst Street
- The medical lot is open to MIT medical patients with pedestrian access along Amherst Street and to Carleton Street near the HP spaces.
Carleton Street
- Twenty-four columns will be installed the week of August 27th in preparation for the installation of a steel canopy over the MBTA’s new headhouses.
- Trucks and construction equipment will access the MBTA headhouse site. Concrete placements and demolition continues and cranes are on site.
- The walkways to Dock and Main Streets and the MBTA Red Line station are open. Directional signage is in place.
- Through access to Dock Street via Charlotte’s Way is open.
General Construction Update
Site 1: 165 Main Street
- Move-ins are underway.
- Triangle Park construction continues and is scheduled to be complete at the end of the summer.
- Line striping is complete on Broad Canal Way between Third and Main Streets.
Site 2:
- A hoist for E55 demolition has been installed on the south facade and may be operational from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm. It is lowered accordingly with the building height.
- Structural demolition of Eastgate is on Level 16-17.
Site 3: 238 Main Street
- Fit-outs are underway inside the tower and 238 Main Street.
- Most material deliveries continue to the underground loading dock in and out of Main Street at Hayward Street
Site 4: Grad Tower, 45 Hayward Street, and 292 Main Street
- All material deliveries to the underground loading dock will continue to come in and out from Main Street.
Site 5: 314 Main Street
- Most deliveries take place at the underground loading dock.
- Interior fit out is underway.
Open Space
- Landscaping punchlist is ongoing.
- Paver installation within and around the MBTA headhouse site will continue through November 2022.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Pedestrians and cyclists please beware of construction vehicles coming and going.
Wadsworth Street – Roadway Conditions into August
- Wadsworth Street pedestrian access has reopened the western sidewalk between Main and Amherst Streets on the 238 Main building and Muckley building side of the street. (W1)
- Vehicular access between Amherst and Main streets is open. (W1)
- Pedestrian access is closed across the Eastgate/Sloan parking lot. Pedestrian access to/from the Sloan building and garage will be from Main Street. The Sloan and Eastgate lot vehicular entrance continues to be from Main Street and closed at Wadsworth Street. (W2)
- Pedestrian access is maintained to the E53/E52 ramp while Site 2 work is underway.
- An exit personnel gate has been installed from Site 2.
- Structural demolition of Eastgate using automatic jackhammers, which will create noise, is underway from 7 am to 6 pm.
Main Street
- MBTA passengers switched to the new interim headhouse and entrance/exit so that crews can continue renovation and modernization of the existing headhouse leading to the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station. (M1)
- MBTA project deliveries will intermittently take place at a gate off Main Street near the MBTA station.
- The walkway between the inbound MBTA station and 292 Main Street (E37 and E38, the tower at Site 4) will be closed for utility work and sidewalk restoration. Access to the MIT Welcome Center will be maintained along 314 Main Street. A portion of sidewalk on Main Street will be closed to pedestrians with temporary access maintained. (M2)
- The Site 2 project is underway in the parking area south of Eastgate (E55) closing the Hermann Garage.
- The inner sidewalk is closed to pedestrians from Wadsworth to Main Street. The Main Street access to the Sloan Garage will remain open throughout construction. A Sloan drop off/pick-up space will be maintained.
- An access driveway to Sloan Garage allows independent access to E62 (Sloan) and the garage without mixing with construction access for E55 demolition. Directional signage is posted and police details are on site to help direct traffic. (M2)
- The Main Street entrance to Hayward Street (Gate 1) is open to vehicles entering the underground loading dock at the grad tower at Site 4 (E37), 238 Main Street and 314 Main Street.
- A construction gate near Wadsworth will be the entrance for Site 2 construction trucks and equipment. The existing gate will be the exit for construction vehicles. Police details will direct pedestrian, cycling and vehicular traffic in this area.
Hayward Street
- Only construction vehicles and those going to the E40 loading dock are allowed to enter Hayward Street from Amherst Street.
Amherst Street
- The medical lot is open to MIT medical patients with pedestrian access along Amherst Street and to Carleton Street near the HP spaces.
Carleton Street
- Trucks and construction equipment will access the MBTA headhouse site. Concrete placements and demolition continues and cranes are on site.
- The walkways to Dock and Main Streets and the MBTA Red Line station are open. Directional signage is in place.
- Through access to Dock Street via Charlotte’s Way is open.
General Construction Update
Site 1: 165 Main Street
- Move-ins are underway.
- Triangle Park construction continues and is scheduled to be complete at the end of the summer.
- Line striping will be take place on Broad Canal Way between Third and Main Streets.
Site 2:
- A hoist for E55 demolition has been installed on the south facade and may be operational from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm.
- Structural demolition of Eastgate is on Level 18-19.
Site 3: 238 Main Street
- Fit-outs are underway inside the tower and 238 Main Street.
- Most material deliveries continue to the underground loading dock in and out of Main Street at Hayward Street
Site 4: Grad Tower, 45 Hayward Street, and 292 Main Street
- All material deliveries to the underground loading dock will continue to come in and out from Main Street.
Site 5: 314 Main Street
- Most deliveries take place at the underground loading dock.
- Interior fit out is underway.
Open Space
- Landscaping punchlist is ongoing.
- Paver installation within and around the MBTA headhouse site will continue through November 2022.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Pedestrians and cyclists please beware of construction vehicles coming and going.
Wadsworth Street – Roadway Conditions into August
- Wadsworth Street pedestrian access has reopened the western sidewalk between Main and Amherst Streets on the 238 Main building and Muckley building side of the street. (W1)
- Vehicular access between Amherst and Main streets is open. (W1)
- Pedestrian access is closed across the Eastgate/Sloan parking lot. Pedestrian access to/from the Sloan building and garage will be from Main Street. The Sloan and Eastgate lot vehicular entrance continues to be from Main Street and closed at Wadsworth Street. (W2)
- Pedestrian access is maintained to the E53/E52 ramp while Site 2 work is underway.
- An exit personnel gate has been installed from Site 2.
- Structural demolition of Eastgate using automatic jackhammers, which will create noise, is underway from 7 am to 6 pm.
Main Street
- MBTA passengers switched to the new interim headhouse and entrance/exit so that crews can continue renovation and modernization of the existing headhouse leading to the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station. (M1)
- MBTA project deliveries will intermittently take place at a gate off Main Street near the MBTA station.
- The walkway between the inbound MBTA station and 292 Main Street (E37 and E38, the tower at Site 4) will be closed for utility work and sidewalk restoration. Access to the MIT Welcome Center will be maintained along 314 Main Street. A portion of sidewalk on Main Street will be closed to pedestrians with temporary access maintained. (M2)
- The Site 2 project is underway in the parking area south of Eastgate (E55) closing the Hermann Garage.
- Pedestrians who use the walkway between Sloan drive behind E53 and the E52/53 plaza will need to walk along Main Street as this walkway is closed for irrigation repair work.
- The inner sidewalk is closed to pedestrians from Wadsworth to Main Street. The Main Street access to the Sloan Garage will remain open throughout construction. A Sloan drop off/pick-up space will be maintained.
- An access driveway to Sloan Garage allows independent access to E62 (Sloan) and the garage without mixing with construction access for E55 demolition. Directional signage is posted and police details are on site to help direct traffic. (M2)
- The Main Street entrance to Hayward Street (Gate 1) is open to vehicles entering the underground loading dock at the grad tower at Site 4 (E37), 238 Main Street and 314 Main Street.
- A construction gate near Wadsworth will be the entrance for Site 2 construction trucks and equipment. The existing gate will be the exit for construction vehicles. Police details will direct pedestrian, cycling and vehicular traffic in this area.
Hayward Street
- Only construction vehicles and those going to the E40 loading dock are allowed to enter Hayward Street from Amherst Street.
Amherst Street
- The medical lot is open to MIT medical patients with pedestrian access along Amherst Street and to Carleton Street near the HP spaces.
Carleton Street
- Trucks and construction equipment will access the MBTA headhouse site. Concrete placements and demolition continues and cranes are on site.
- The walkways to Dock and Main Streets and the MBTA Red Line station are open. Directional signage is in place.
- Through access to Dock Street via Charlotte’s Way is open.
General Construction Update
Site 1: 165 Main Street
- Move-ins are underway.
- Triangle Park construction continues and is scheduled to be complete at the end of the summer.
- Line striping will be take place on Broad Canal Way between Third and Main Streets.
Site 2:
- A hoist for E55 demolition has been installed on the south facade and may be operational from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm.
- An irrigation repair will be underway through early August, closing the walkway between Sloan Drive behind E53 and the E52/53 plaza.
- Structural demolition of Eastgate is on Level 21/20.
Site 3: 238 Main Street
- Fit-outs are underway inside the tower and 238 Main Street.
- Most material deliveries continue to the underground loading dock in and out of Main Street at Hayward Street
Site 4: Grad Tower, 45 Hayward Street, and 292 Main Street
- All material deliveries to the underground loading dock will continue to come in and out from Main Street.
Site 5: 314 Main Street
- Most deliveries take place at the underground loading dock.
- Interior fit out is underway.
Open Space
- Landscaping punchlist is ongoing.
- Paver installation within and around the MBTA headhouse site began in June and continue through November 2022.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Pedestrians and cyclists please beware of construction vehicles coming and going.
Wadsworth Street – Roadway Conditions into July
- Wadsworth Street pedestrian access has reopened the western sidewalk between Main and Amherst Streets on the 238 Main building and Muckley building side of the street. (W1)
- Vehicular access between Amherst and Main streets is open. (W1)
- Pedestrian access is closed across the Eastgate/Sloan parking lot. Pedestrian access to/from the Sloan building and garage will be from Main Street. The Sloan and Eastgate lot vehicular entrance continues to be from Main Street and closed at Wadsworth Street. (W2)
- Pedestrian access is maintained to the E53/E52 ramp while Site 2 work is underway.
- An exit personnel gate has been installed from Site 2.
- Structural demolition of Eastgate using automatic jackhammers, which will create noise, is underway from 7 am to 6 pm.
Main Street
- MBTA passengers switched to the new interim headhouse and entrance/exit so that crews can continue renovation and modernization of the existing headhouse leading to the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station. (M1)
- MBTA project deliveries will intermittently take place at a gate off Main Street near the MBTA station.
- The walkway between the inbound MBTA station and 292 Main Street (E37 and E38, the tower at Site 4) will be closed for utility work and sidewalk restoration. Access to the MIT Welcome Center will be maintained along 314 Main Street. A portion of sidewalk on Main Street will be closed to pedestrians with temporary access maintained. (M2)
- The Site 2 project is underway in the parking area south of Eastgate (E55) closing the Hermann Garage.
- The inner sidewalk is closed to pedestrians from Wadsworth to Main Street. The Main Street access to the Sloan Garage will remain open throughout construction. A Sloan drop off/pick-up space will be maintained.
- An access driveway to Sloan Garage allows independent access to E62 (Sloan) and the garage without mixing with construction access for E55 demolition. Directional signage is posted and police details are on site to help direct traffic. (M2)
- The Main Street entrance to Hayward Street (Gate 1) is open to vehicles entering the underground loading dock at the grad tower at Site 4 (E37), 238 Main Street and 314 Main Street.
- A construction gate near Wadsworth will be the entrance for Site 2 construction trucks and equipment. The existing gate will be the exit for construction vehicles. Police details will direct pedestrian, cycling and vehicular traffic in this area.
Hayward Street
- Only construction vehicles and those going to the E40 loading dock are allowed to enter Hayward Street from Amherst Street.
Amherst Street
- The medical lot is open to MIT medical patients with pedestrian access along Amherst Street and to Carleton Street near the HP spaces.
Carleton Street
- Trucks and construction equipment will access the MBTA headhouse site. Concrete placements and demolition continues and cranes are on site.
- The walkways to Dock and Main Streets and the MBTA Red Line station are open. Directional signage is in place.
- Through access to Dock Street via Charlotte’s Way is open.
General Construction Update
Site 1: 165 Main Street
- Move-ins are underway.
- Triangle Park construction continues and is scheduled to be complete at the end of the summer.
- Broad Canal Way between Third and Main Streets will be closed Thursday night, July 21st into Friday morning, July 22nd from 9 pm to 5am for paving. To prepare for paving, the road will be milled during the day on Monday, July 18th with one lane of traffic closed, and castings will be raised on Tuesday and Wednesday, July 19th and 20th.
Site 2:
- A hoist for E55 demolition has been installed on the south facade and may be operational from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm.
- Structural demolition of Eastgate is on Level 22.
Site 3: 238 Main Street
- Fit-outs are underway inside the tower and 238 Main Street.
- Most material deliveries continue to the underground loading dock in and out of Main Street at Hayward Street
Site 4: Grad Tower, 45 Hayward Street, and 292 Main Street
- All material deliveries to the underground loading dock will continue to come in and out from Main Street.
Site 5: 314 Main Street
- Most deliveries take place at the underground loading dock.
- Interior fit out is underway.
Open Space
- Landscaping punchlist is ongoing.
- Paver installation within and around the MBTA headhouse site began in June and continue through November 2022.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Pedestrians and cyclists please beware of construction vehicles coming and going.
Wadsworth Street – Roadway Conditions into July
- Wadsworth Street pedestrian access has reopened the western sidewalk between Main and Amherst Streets on the 238 Main building and Muckley building side of the street. (W1)
- Vehicular access between Amherst and Main streets is open. (W1)
- Pedestrian access is closed across the Eastgate/Sloan parking lot. Pedestrian access to/from the Sloan building and garage will be from Main Street. The Sloan and Eastgate lot vehicular entrance continues to be from Main Street and closed at Wadsworth Street. (W2)
- Pedestrian access is maintained to the E53/E52 ramp while Site 2 work is underway.
- An exit personnel gate has been installed from Site 2.
- Structural demolition of Eastgate using automatic jackhammers, which will create noise, is underway from 7 am to 6 pm.
Main Street
- MBTA passengers switched to the new interim headhouse and entrance/exit so that crews can continue renovation and modernization of the existing headhouse leading to the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station. (M1)
- MBTA project deliveries will intermittently take place at a gate off Main Street near the MBTA station.
- The walkway between the inbound MBTA station and 292 Main Street (E37 and E38, the tower at Site 4) will be closed for utility work and sidewalk restoration. Access to the MIT Welcome Center will be maintained along 314 Main Street. A portion of sidewalk on Main Street will be closed to pedestrians with temporary access maintained. (M2)
- The Site 2 project is underway in the parking area south of Eastgate (E55) closing the Hermann Garage.
- The inner sidewalk is closed to pedestrians from Wadsworth to Main Street. The Main Street access to the Sloan Garage will remain open throughout construction. A Sloan drop off/pick-up space will be maintained.
- An access driveway to Sloan Garage allows independent access to E62 (Sloan) and the garage without mixing with construction access for E55 demolition. Directional signage is posted and police details are on site to help direct traffic. (M2)
- The Main Street entrance to Hayward Street (Gate 1) is open to vehicles entering the underground loading dock at the grad tower at Site 4 (E37), 238 Main Street and 314 Main Street.
- A construction gate near Wadsworth will be the entrance for Site 2 construction trucks and equipment. The existing gate will be the exit for construction vehicles. Police details will direct pedestrian, cycling and vehicular traffic in this area.
Hayward Street
- Only construction vehicles and those going to the E40 loading dock are allowed to enter Hayward Street from Amherst Street.
Amherst Street
- The medical lot is open to MIT medical patients with pedestrian access along Amherst Street and to Carleton Street near the HP spaces.
Carleton Street
- Trucks and construction equipment will access the MBTA headhouse site. Concrete placements and demolition continues and cranes are on site.
- The walkways to Dock and Main Streets and the MBTA Red Line station are open. Directional signage is in place.
- Through access to Dock Street via Charlotte’s Way is open.
General Construction Update
Site 1: 165 Main Street
- Sidewalk protection has been removed. Construction of the sidewalk is complete at the 165 Main entrance area. Pedestrian traffic is back on the sidewalks. Main Street re-paving and bike lane reconstruction are complete.
- Move-ins have begun.
- Installation of the podium unitized is complete.
- New curbing on Broad Canal Way is complete.
- Triangle Park construction has begun and is scheduled to be complete at the end of the summer.
Site 2:
- A hoist for E55 demolition has been installed on the south facade and may be operational from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm.
- Structural demolition of Eastgate is on Level 25.
Site 3: 238 Main Street
- Fit-outs are underway inside the tower and 238 Main Street.
- Most material deliveries continue to the underground loading dock in and out of Main Street at Hayward Street
Site 4: Grad Tower, 45 Hayward Street, and 292 Main Street
- All material deliveries to the underground loading dock will continue to come in and out from Main Street.
Site 5: 314 Main Street
- Most deliveries take place at the underground loading dock.
- Interior fit out is underway.
Open Space
- Landscaping punchlist is ongoing.
- Paver installation within and around the MBTA headhouse site began in June and continue through November 2022.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Pedestrians and cyclists please beware of construction vehicles coming and going.
Wadsworth Street – Roadway Conditions into June
- Wadsworth Street pedestrian access has reopened the western sidewalk between Main and Amherst Streets on the 238 Main building and Muckley building side of the street. (W1)
- Vehicular access between Amherst and Main streets is open. (W1)
- Pedestrian access is closed across the Eastgate/Sloan parking lot. Pedestrian access to/from the Sloan building and garage will be from Main Street. The Sloan and Eastgate lot vehicular entrance continues to be from Main Street and closed at Wadsworth Street. (W2)
- Pedestrian access is maintained to the E53/E52 ramp while Site 2 work is underway.
- An exit personnel gate has been installed from Site 2.
- Structural demolition of Eastgate using automatic jackhammers, which will create noise, is underway from 7 am to 6 pm.
Main Street
- MBTA passengers switched to the new interim headhouse and entrance/exit so that crews can continue renovation and modernization of the existing headhouse leading to the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station. (M1)
- MBTA project deliveries will intermittently take place at a gate off Main Street near the MBTA station.
- The walkway between the inbound MBTA station and 292 Main Street (E37 and E38, the tower at Site 4) will be closed for utility work and sidewalk restoration. Access to the MIT Welcome Center will be maintained along 314 Main Street. A portion of sidewalk on Main Street will be closed to pedestrians with temporary access maintained. (M2)
- The Site 2 project is underway in the parking area south of Eastgate (E55) closing the Hermann Garage.
- The inner sidewalk is closed to pedestrians from Wadsworth to Main Street. The Main Street access to the Sloan Garage will remain open throughout construction. A Sloan drop off/pick-up space will be maintained.
- An access driveway to Sloan Garage allows independent access to E62 (Sloan) and the garage without mixing with construction access for E55 demolition. Directional signage is posted and police details are on site to help direct traffic. (M2)
- The Main Street entrance to Hayward Street (Gate 1) is open to vehicles entering the underground loading dock at the grad tower at Site 4 (E37), 238 Main Street and 314 Main Street.
- A construction gate near Wadsworth will be the entrance for Site 2 construction trucks and equipment. The existing gate will be the exit for construction vehicles. Police details will direct pedestrian, cycling and vehicular traffic in this area.
Hayward Street
- Only construction vehicles and those going to the E40 loading dock are allowed to enter Hayward Street from Amherst Street.
Amherst Street
- The medical lot is open to MIT medical patients with pedestrian access along Amherst Street and to Carleton Street near the HP spaces.
Carleton Street
- Trucks and construction equipment will access the MBTA headhouse site. Concrete placements and demolition continues and cranes are on site.
- The walkways to Dock and Main Streets and the MBTA Red Line station are open. Directional signage is in place.
- Through access to Dock Street via Charlotte’s Way is open.
General Construction Update
Site 1: 165 Main Street
- Sidewalk protection has been removed. Construction of the sidewalk is complete at the 165 Main entrance area. Pedestrian traffic is back on the sidewalks. Main Street re-paving and bike lane reconstruction are complete.
- Move-ins have begun.
- Installation of the podium unitized is complete.
- New curbing on Broad Canal Way is being installed.
- Triangle Park construction has begun and is scheduled to be complete at the end of the summer.
Site 2:
- A hoist for E55 demolition has been installed on the south facade and may be operational from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm.
- Electrical work underway on June 16, 17 and 21. Access needed from 6 am to 2 pm at the Sloan loading dock turnaround with delivery truck access maintained.
- Structural demolition of Eastgate is on Level 2
.
Site 3: 238 Main Street
- Fit-outs are underway inside the tower and 238 Main Street.
- Most material deliveries continue to the underground loading dock in and out of Main Street at Hayward Street
Site 4: Grad Tower, 45 Hayward Street, and 292 Main Street
- All material deliveries to the underground loading dock will continue to come in and out from Main Street.
Site 5: 314 Main Street
- Most deliveries take place at the underground loading dock.
- Interior fit out is underway.
Open Space
- Landscaping punchlist is ongoing.
- Paver installation within and around the MBTA headhouse site will begin in June and continue through November 2022.
*Please note, no activities will take place on Memorial Day weekend.*
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Pedestrians and cyclists please beware of construction vehicles coming and going.
Wadsworth Street – Roadway Conditions into June
- Wadsworth Street pedestrian access has reopened the western sidewalk between Main and Amherst Streets on the 238 Main building and Muckley building side of the street. (W1)
- Vehicular access between Amherst and Main streets is open. (W1)
- Pedestrian access is closed across the Eastgate/Sloan parking lot. Pedestrian access to/from the Sloan building and garage will be from Main Street. The Sloan and Eastgate lot vehicular entrance continues to be from Main Street and closed at Wadsworth Street. (W2)
- Pedestrian access is maintained to the E53/E52 ramp while Site 2 work is underway.
- An exit personnel gate has been installed from Site 2.
- Structural demolition of Eastgate using automatic jackhammers, which will create noise, is underway from 7 am to 6 pm.
Main Street
- MBTA passengers switched to the new interim headhouse and entrance/exit so that crews can continue renovation and modernization of the existing headhouse leading to the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station. (M1)
- MBTA project deliveries will intermittently take place at a gate off Main Street near the MBTA station.
- The Site 2 project is underway in the parking area south of Eastgate (E55) closing the Hermann Garage.
- The inner sidewalk is closed to pedestrians from Wadsworth to Main Street. The Main Street access to the Sloan Garage will remain open throughout construction. A Sloan drop off/pick-up space will be maintained.
- An access driveway to Sloan Garage allows independent access to E62 (Sloan) and the garage without mixing with construction access for E55 demolition. Directional signage is posted and police details are on site to help direct traffic. (M2)
- The Main Street entrance to Hayward Street (Gate 1) is open to vehicles entering the underground loading dock at the grad tower at Site 4 (E37), 238 Main Street and 314 Main Street.
- A construction gate near Wadsworth will be the entrance for Site 2 construction trucks and equipment. The existing gate will be the exit for construction vehicles. Police details will direct pedestrian, cycling and vehicular traffic in this area.
Hayward Street
- Only construction vehicles and those going to the E40 loading dock are allowed to enter Hayward Street from Amherst Street.
Amherst Street
- The medical lot is open to MIT medical patients with pedestrian access along Amherst Street and to Carleton Street near the HP spaces.
Carleton Street
- Trucks and construction equipment will access the MBTA headhouse site. Concrete placements and demolition continues and cranes are on site.
- The walkways to Dock and Main Streets and the MBTA Red Line station are open. Directional signage is in place.
- Through access to Dock Street via Charlotte’s Way is open.
General Construction Update
Site 1: 165 Main Street
- Sidewalk protection has been removed. Construction of the sidewalk is complete at the 165 Main entrance area. Pedestrian traffic is back on the sidewalks. Main Street re-paving and bike lane reconstruction are complete.
- Move-ins have begun.
- Installation of the podium unitized is complete.
- New curbing on Broad Canal Way is being installed.
- Triangle Park construction has begun and is scheduled to be complete at the end of the summer.
Site 2:
- A hoist for E55 demolition has been installed on the south facade and may be operational from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm.
- Installation of an Eversource a temporary power yard is underway.
- Abatement of Eastgate is complete.
- Structural demolition of Eastgate is on Level 28.
Site 3: 238 Main Street
- Fit-outs are underway inside the tower and 238 Main Street.
- An art installation is underway under the cantilevered section of the tower and restricting open space access between Hayward and Wadsworth streets.
- Most material deliveries continue to the underground loading dock in and out of Main Street at Hayward Street
Site 4: Grad Tower, 45 Hayward Street, and 292 Main Street
- All material deliveries to the underground loading dock will continue to come in and out from Main Street.
Site 5: 314 Main Street
- Most deliveries take place at the underground loading dock.
- Interior fit out is underway.
Open Space
- Landscaping punchlist is ongoing.
- Paver installation within and around the MBTA headhouse site will begin in June and continue through November 2022.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Pedestrians and cyclists please beware of construction vehicles coming and going.
Wadsworth Street – Roadway Conditions into May
- Wadsworth Street pedestrian access has reopened the western sidewalk between Main and Amherst Streets on the 238 Main building and Muckley building side of the street. (W1)
- Vehicular access between Amherst and Main streets is open. (W1)
- Pedestrian access is closed across the Eastgate/Sloan parking lot. Pedestrian access to/from the Sloan building and garage will be from Main Street. The Sloan and Eastgate lot vehicular entrance continues to be from Main Street and closed at Wadsworth Street. (W2)
- Pedestrian access is maintained to the E53/E52 ramp while Site 2 work is underway.
- An exit personnel gate has been installed from Site 2.
- Structural demolition of Eastgate using automatic jackhammers, which will create noise, is underway.
Main Street
- MBTA passengers switched to the new interim headhouse and entrance/exit so that crews can continue renovation and modernization of the existing headhouse leading to the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station. (M1)
- MBTA project deliveries will intermittently take place at a gate off Main Street near the MBTA station.
- The Site 2 project is underway in the parking area south of Eastgate (E55) closing the Hermann Garage.
- The inner sidewalk is closed to pedestrians from Wadsworth to Main Street. The Main Street access to the Sloan Garage will remain open throughout construction. A Sloan drop off/pick-up space will be maintained.
- An access driveway to Sloan Garage allows independent access to E62 (Sloan) and the garage without mixing with construction access for E55 demolition. Directional signage is posted and police details are on site to help direct traffic. (M2)
- The Main Street entrance to Hayward Street (Gate 1) is open to vehicles entering the underground loading dock at the grad tower at Site 4 (E37), 238 Main Street and 314 Main Street.
- A construction gate near Wadsworth will be the entrance for Site 2 construction trucks and equipment. The existing gate will be the exit for construction vehicles. Police details will direct pedestrian, cycling and vehicular traffic in this area.
Hayward Street
- Only construction vehicles and those going to the E40 loading dock are allowed to enter Hayward Street from Amherst Street.
Amherst Street
- The medical lot is open to MIT medical patients with pedestrian access along Amherst Street and to Carleton Street near the HP spaces.
Carleton Street
- Trucks and construction equipment will access the MBTA headhouse site. Concrete placements and demolition continues and cranes are on site.
- The walkways to Dock and Main Streets and the MBTA Red Line station are open. Directional signage is in place.
- Through access to Dock Street via Charlotte’s Way is open.
General Construction Update
Site 1: 165 Main Street
- Sidewalk protection has been removed. Construction of the sidewalk is complete at the 165 Main entrance area. Pedestrian traffic is back on the sidewalks. Main Street re-paving and bike lane reconstruction are complete.
- Move-ins are scheduled to start the week of May 23rd.
- Installation of the podium unitized is complete.
- New curbing on Broad Canal Way is being installed.
- Triangle Park construction has begun and is scheduled to be complete at the end of the summer.
Site 2:
- A hoist for E55 demolition has been installed on the south facade and may be operational from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm.
- Installation of an Eversource a temporary power yard is underway.
- Abatement of Eastgate is complete.
- Structural demolition of Eastgate is on Level 28.
Site 3: 238 Main Street
- Fit-outs are underway inside the tower and 238 Main Street.
- An art installation is underway under the cantilevered section of the tower and restricting open space access between Hayward and Wadsworth streets.
- Most material deliveries continue to the underground loading dock in and out of Main Street at Hayward Street
Site 4: Grad Tower, 45 Hayward Street, and 292 Main Street
- All material deliveries to the underground loading dock will continue to come in and out from Main Street.
Site 5: 314 Main Street
- Most deliveries take place at the underground loading dock.
- Interior fit out is underway.
Open Space
- Landscaping punchlist is ongoing.
- Paver installation within and around the MBTA headhouse site will start in May and continue through November 2022.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Pedestrians and cyclists please beware of construction vehicles coming and going.
Wadsworth Street – Roadway Conditions into May
- Wadsworth Street pedestrian access has reopened the western sidewalk between Main and Amherst Streets on the 238 Main building and Muckley building side of the street. (W1)
- Vehicular access between Amherst and Main streets is open. (W1)
- Pedestrian access is closed across the Eastgate/Sloan parking lot. Pedestrian access to/from the Sloan building and garage will be from Main Street. The Sloan and Eastgate lot vehicular entrance continues to be from Main Street and closed at Wadsworth Street. (W2)
- Pedestrian access is maintained to the E53/E52 ramp while Site 2 work is underway.
- An exit personnel gate has been installed from Site 2.
- Structural demolition of Eastgate using automatic jackhammers, which will create noise, is underway.
Main Street
- MBTA passengers switched to the new interim headhouse and entrance/exit so that crews can continue renovation and modernization of the existing headhouse leading to the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station. (M1)
- MBTA project deliveries will intermittently take place at a gate off Main Street near the MBTA station.
- The Site 2 project is underway in the parking area south of Eastgate (E55) closing the Hermann Garage.
- The inner sidewalk is closed to pedestrians from Wadsworth to Main Street. The Main Street access to the Sloan Garage will remain open throughout construction. A Sloan drop off/pick-up space will be maintained.
- An access driveway to Sloan Garage allows independent access to E62 (Sloan) and the garage without mixing with construction access for E55 demolition. Directional signage is posted and police details are on site to help direct traffic. (M2)
- The Main Street entrance to Hayward Street (Gate 1) is open to vehicles entering the underground loading dock at the grad tower at Site 4 (E37), 238 Main Street and 314 Main Street.
- A construction gate near Wadsworth will be the entrance for all Site 2 construction trucks and equipment. The existing gate will be the exit for construction vehicles. Police details will direct pedestrian, cycling and vehicular traffic in this area.
Hayward Street
- Only construction vehicles and those going to the E40 loading dock are allowed to enter Hayward Street from Amherst Street.
Amherst Street
- The medical lot is open to MIT medical patients with pedestrian access along Amherst Street and to Carleton Street near the HP spaces.
Carleton Street
- Trucks and construction equipment will access the MBTA headhouse site. Concrete placements continue and cranes are on site.
- The walkways to Dock and Main Streets and the MBTA Red Line station are open. Directional signage is in place.
- Through access to Dock Street via Charlotte’s Way is open.
General Construction Update
Site 1: 165 Main Street
- Sidewalk protection has been removed. Construction of the sidewalk is complete at the 165 Main entrance area. Pedestrian traffic is back on the sidewalks. Main Street re-paving and bike lane reconstruction are complete.
- Penthouse equipment is complete. Commissioning is ongoing.
- Interior finishes will continue to take place.
- Lobby and Level 4 Leasing Offices are complete.
- Installation of the podium unitized is complete.
- Sitework and landscaping from Main Street to Broad Canal Way will continue through April 2022. New curbing on Broad Canal Way installed. New sidewalks on the south side are underway.
Site 2:
- A hoist for E55 demolition has been installed on the south facade and may be operational from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm.
- Installation of an Eversource a temporary power yard is underway.
- Abatement of Eastgate is complete.
- Structural demolition of Eastgate is underway from the top down.
Site 3: 238 Main Street
- Fit-outs are underway inside the tower and 238 Main Street.
- An art installation is underway on the open space side of the building.
- Most material deliveries continue to the underground loading dock in and out of Main Street at Hayward Street
Site 4: Grad Tower, 45 Hayward Street, and 292 Main Street
- All material deliveries to the underground loading dock will continue to come in and out from Main Street.
Site 5: 314 Main Street
- Most deliveries take place at the underground loading dock.
- Interior fit out is underway.
Open Space
- Landscaping punchlist is ongoing.
- Paver installation within and around the MBTA headhouse site will commence in May and continue through November 2022.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Pedestrians and cyclists please beware of construction vehicles coming and going.
Wadsworth Street – Roadway Conditions into April
- Wadsworth Street pedestrian access has reopened the western sidewalk between Main and Amherst Streets on the 238 Main building and Muckley building side of the street. (W1)
- Vehicular access between Amherst and Main streets is open. (W1)
- Pedestrian access is closed across the Eastgate/Sloan parking lot. Pedestrian access to/from the Sloan building and garage will be from Main Street. The Sloan and Eastgate lot vehicular entrance continues to be from Main Street and closed at Wadsworth Street. (W2)
- Pedestrian access is maintained to the E53/E52 ramp while Site 2 work is underway.
- An exit personnel gate has been installed from Site 2.
- Structural demolition of Eastgate using automatic jackhammers, which will create noise, began and is ramping up.
Main Street
- MBTA passengers switched to the new interim headhouse and entrance/exit so that crews can continue renovation and modernization of the existing headhouse leading to the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station. (M1)
- MBTA project deliveries will intermittently take place at a gate off Main Street near the MBTA station.
- The Site 2 project is underway in the parking area south of Eastgate (E55) closing the Hermann Garage.
- The inner sidewalk is closed to pedestrians from Wadsworth to Main Street. The Main Street access to the Sloan Garage will remain open throughout construction. A Sloan drop off/pick-up space will be maintained.
- An access driveway to Sloan Garage allows independent access to E62 (Sloan) and the garage without mixing with construction access for E55 demolition. Directional signage is posted and police details are on site to help direct traffic. (M2)
- The Main Street entrance to Hayward Street (Gate 1) is open to vehicles entering the underground loading dock at the grad tower at Site 4 (E37), 238 Main Street and 314 Main Street.
- A construction gate near Wadsworth will be the entrance for all Site 2 construction trucks and equipment. The existing gate will be the exit for construction vehicles. Police details will direct pedestrian, cycling and vehicular traffic in this area.
- Curb and light pole removal work near Wadsworth Street will be under way for approximately two days. Pedestrians will be directed to the sidewalk on the opposite side of Main Street.
Hayward Street
- Only construction vehicles and those going to the E40 loading dock are allowed to enter Hayward Street from Amherst Street.
Amherst Street
- The medical lot is open to MIT medical patients with pedestrian access along Amherst Street and to Carleton Street near the HP spaces.
Carleton Street
- Trucks and construction equipment will access the MBTA headhouse site. Concrete placements and demolition continues and cranes are on site.
- The walkways to Dock and Main Streets and the MBTA Red Line station are open. Directional signage is in place.
- Through access to Dock Street via Charlotte’s Way is open.
General Construction Update
Site 1: 165 Main Street
- Sidewalk protection has been removed. Construction of the sidewalk is complete at the 165 Main entrance area. Pedestrian traffic is back on the sidewalks. Main Street re-paving and bike lane reconstruction are complete.
- Penthouse equipment is complete. Commissioning is ongoing.
- Interior finishes will continue to take place.
- Lobby and Level 4 Leasing Offices are complete.
- Installation of the podium unitized is complete.
- Sitework and landscaping from Main Street to Broad Canal Way will continue through April 2022. New curbing on Broad Canal Way installed. New sidewalks on the south side are underway.
Site 2:
- A hoist for E55 demolition has been installed on the south facade and may be operational from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm.
- Installation of an Eversource a temporary power yard is underway.
- Abatement of Eastgate is complete.
- Structural demolition of Eastgate has begun.
Site 3: 238 Main Street
- Fit-outs are underway inside the tower and 238 Main Street.
- Most material deliveries continue to the underground loading dock in and out of Main Street at Hayward Street
Site 4: Grad Tower, 45 Hayward Street, and 292 Main Street
- All material deliveries to the underground loading dock will continue to come in and out from Main Street.
Site 5: 314 Main Street
- Most deliveries take place at the underground loading dock.
- Interior fit out is underway.
Open Space
- Landscaping punchlist is ongoing.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Pedestrians and cyclists please beware of construction vehicles coming and going.
Wadsworth Street – Roadway Conditions into March
- Wadsworth Street pedestrian access has reopened the western sidewalk between Main and Amherst Streets on the 238 Main building and Muckley building side of the street. (W1)
- Vehicular access between Amherst and Main streets is open. (W1)
- Pedestrian access is closed across the Eastgate/Sloan parking lot. Pedestrian access to/from the Sloan building and garage will be from Main Street. The Sloan and Eastgate lot vehicular entrance continues to be from Main Street and closed at Wadsworth Street. (W2)
- Pedestrian access is maintained to the E53/E52 ramp while Site 2 work is underway.
- An exit personnel gate has been installed from Site 2.
- Structural demolition of Eastgate using automatic jackhammers, which will create noise, began and is ramping up.
Main Street
- MBTA passengers switched to the new interim headhouse and entrance/exit so that crews can continue demolition as part of renovation and modernization of the existing headhouse leading to the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station. (M1)
- MBTA project deliveries will intermittently take place at a gate off Main Street near the MBTA station.
- The Site 2 project is underway in the parking area south of Eastgate (E55) closing the Hermann Garage.
- The inner sidewalk is closed to pedestrians from Wadsworth to Main Street. The Main Street access to the Sloan Garage will remain open throughout construction. A Sloan drop off/pick-up space will be maintained.
- An access driveway to Sloan Garage allows independent access to E62 (Sloan) and the garage without mixing with construction access for E55 demolition. Directional signage is posted and police details are on site to help direct traffic. (M2)
- The Main Street entrance to Hayward Street (Gate 1) is open to vehicles entering the underground loading dock at the grad tower at Site 4 (E37), 238 Main Street and 314 Main Street.
- A construction gate near Wadsworth will be the entrance for all Site 2 construction trucks and equipment. The existing gate will be the exit only for construction vehicles. Police details will direct pedestrian, cycling and vehicular traffic in this area.
Hayward Street
- Only construction vehicles and those going to the E40 loading dock are allowed to enter Hayward Street from Amherst Street.
Amherst Street
- The medical lot is open to MIT medical patients with pedestrian access along Amherst Street and to Carleton Street near the HP spaces.
Carleton Street
- Trucks and construction equipment will access the MBTA headhouse site. Concrete placements and demolition continues and cranes are on site.
- The walkways to Dock and Main Streets and the MBTA Red Line station are open. Directional signage is in place.
- Through access to Dock Street via Charlotte’s Way is open.
General Construction Update
Site 1: 165 Main Street
- Sidewalk protection has been removed. Construction of the sidewalk is complete at the 165 Main entrance area. Pedestrian traffic is back on the sidewalks. Main Street re-paving and bike lane reconstruction are complete.
- Penthouse equipment is complete. Commissioning is ongoing.
- Interior finishes will continue to take place.
- Lobby and Level 4 Leasing Offices are complete.
- Installation of the podium unitized is complete.
- Sitework and landscaping from Main Street to Broad Canal Way will continue through April 2022. New curbing on Broad Canal Way installed. New sidewalks on the south side are underway.
Site 2:
- A hoist for E55 demolition has been installed on the south facade and may be operational from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm.
- Installation of an Eversource a temporary power yard is underway.
- Abatement of Eastgate is complete.
- Structural demolition of Eastgate has begun.
Site 3: 238 Main Street
- Fit-outs are underway inside the tower and 238 Main Street.
- Most material deliveries continue to the underground loading dock in and out of Main Street at Hayward Street
Site 4: Grad Tower, 45 Hayward Street, and 292 Main Street
- All material deliveries to the underground loading dock will continue to come in and out from Main Street.
Site 5: 314 Main Street
- Most deliveries take place at the underground loading dock.
- Interior fit out is underway.
Open Space
- Landscaping punchlist is ongoing.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Pedestrians and cyclists please beware of construction vehicles coming and going.
Wadsworth Street – Roadway Conditions into March
- Wadsworth Street pedestrian access has reopened the western sidewalk between Main and Amherst Streets on the 238 Main building and Muckley building side of the street. (W1)
- Vehicular access between Amherst and Main streets is open. (W1)
- Pedestrian access is closed across the Eastgate/Sloan parking lot. Pedestrian access to/from the Sloan building and garage will be from Main Street. The Sloan and Eastgate lot vehicular entrance continues to be from Main Street and closed at Wadsworth Street. (W2)
- Pedestrian access is maintained to the E53/E52 ramp while Site 2 work is underway.
- An exit gate personnel gate has been installed from Site 2.
Main Street
- MBTA passengers switched to the new interim headhouse and entrance/exit so that crews can continue demolition as part of renovation and modernization of the existing headhouse leading to the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station. (M1)
- MBTA project deliveries will intermittently take place at a gate off Main Street near the MBTA station.
- The Site 2 project is underway in the parking area south of Eastgate (E55) closing the Hermann Garage.
- The inner sidewalk is closed to pedestrians from Wadsworth to Main Street. The Main Street access to the Sloan Garage will remain open throughout construction. A Sloan drop off/pick-up space will be maintained.
- An access driveway to Sloan Garage allows independent access to E62 (Sloan) and the garage without mixing with construction access for E55 demolition. Directional signage is posted and police details are on site to help direct traffic. (M2)
- The Main Street entrance to Hayward Street (Gate 1) is open to vehicles entering the underground loading dock at the grad tower at Site 4 (E37), 238 Main Street and 314 Main Street.
- A construction gate near Wadsworth will be the entrance for all Site 2 construction trucks and equipment. The existing gate will be the exit only for construction vehicles.
Hayward Street
- Only construction vehicles and those going to the E40 loading dock are allowed to enter Hayward Street from Amherst Street.
Amherst Street
- The medical lot is open to MIT medical patients with pedestrian access along Amherst Street and to Carleton Street near the HP spaces.
Carleton Street
- Trucks and construction equipment will access the MBTA headhouse site. Concrete placements and demolition continues and cranes are on site.
- The walkways to Dock and Main Streets and the MBTA Red Line station are open. Directional signage is in place.
- Through access to Dock Street via Charlotte’s Way is open.
General Construction Update
Site 1: 165 Main Street
- Sidewalk protection has been removed. Construction of the sidewalk is complete at the 165 Main entrance area. Pedestrian traffic is back on the sidewalks. Main Street re-paving and bike lane reconstruction are complete.
- Penthouse equipment is complete. Commissioning is ongoing.
- Interior finishes will continue to take place.
- Lobby and Level 4 Leasing Offices are complete.
- Installation of the podium unitized is complete.
- Sitework and landscaping from Main Street to Broad Canal Way will continue through April 2022. New curbing on Broad Canal Way installed. New sidewalks on the south side are underway.
Site 2:
- A hoist for E55 demolition has been installed on the south facade and may be operational from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm.
- Installation of an Eversource a temporary power yard is underway.
- Abatement of Eastgate is complete.
- Structural demolition of Eastgate using automatic jackhammers, which will create noise, is scheduled to begin on March 28th.
Site 3: 238 Main Street
- Fit-outs are underway inside the tower and 238 Main Street.
- Most material deliveries continue to the underground loading dock in and out of Main Street at Hayward Street
Site 4: Grad Tower, 45 Hayward Street, and 292 Main Street
- All material deliveries to the underground loading dock will continue to come in and out from Main Street.
Site 5: 314 Main Street
- Most deliveries take place at the underground loading dock.
- Interior fit out is underway.
Open Space
- Landscaping punchlist is ongoing.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Pedestrians and cyclists please beware of construction vehicles coming and going.
Wadsworth Street – Roadway Conditions into March
- Wadsworth Street pedestrian access has reopened the western sidewalk between Main and Amherst Streets on the 238 Main building and Muckley building side of the street. (W1)
- Vehicular access between Amherst and Main streets is open. (W1)
- Pedestrian access is closed across the Eastgate/Sloan parking lot. Pedestrian access to/from the Sloan building and garage will be from Main Street. The Sloan and Eastgate lot vehicular entrance continues to be from Main Street and closed at Wadsworth Street. (W2)
- Pedestrian access is maintained to the E53/E52 ramp while Site 2 work is underway.
Main Street
- MBTA passengers switched to the new interim headhouse and entrance/exit so that crews can begin demolition as part of renovation and modernization of the existing headhouse leading to the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station. (M1)
- MBTA project deliveries will intermittently take place at a gate off Main Street near the MBTA station.
- The Site 2 project is underway in the parking area south of Eastgate (E55) closing the Hermann Garage.
- The inner sidewalk is closed to pedestrians from Wadsworth to Main Street. The Main Street access to the Sloan Garage will remain open throughout construction. A Sloan drop off/pick-up space will be maintained.
- An access driveway to Sloan Garage allows independent access to E62 (Sloan) and the garage without mixing with construction access for E55 demolition. Directional signage is posted and police details are on site to help direct traffic. (M2)
- The Main Street entrance to Hayward Street (Gate 1) is open to vehicles entering the underground loading dock at the grad tower at Site 4 (E37), 238 Main Street and 314 Main Street.
Hayward Street
- Only construction vehicles and those going to the E40 loading dock are allowed to enter Hayward Street from Amherst Street.
Amherst Street
- The medical lot is open to MIT medical patients with pedestrian access along Amherst Street and to Carleton Street near the HP spaces.
Carleton Street
- Trucks and construction equipment will access the MBTA headhouse site. Concrete placements and demolition continues and cranes are on site.
- The walkways to Dock and Main Streets and the MBTA Red Line station are open. Directional signage is in place.
- Through access to Dock Street via Charlotte’s Way is open.
General Construction Update
Site 1: 165 Main Street
- Sidewalk protection has been removed. Construction of the sidewalk is complete at the 165 Main entrance area. Pedestrian traffic is back on the sidewalks. Main Street re-paving and bike lane reconstruction are complete.
- Penthouse equipment is complete. Commissioning is ongoing.
- Interior finishes will continue to take place.
- Lobby and Level 4 Leasing Offices are substantially complete.
- Installation of the podium unitized is complete.
- Sitework and landscaping from Main Street to Broad Canal Way will begin on Monday, March 7th.
Site 2:
- A hoist for E55 demolition has been installed on the south facade and may be operational from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm.
- Installation of an Eversource a temporary power yard underway.
- Abatement is ongoing.
Site 3: 238 Main Street
- Fit-outs are underway inside the tower and 238 Main Street.
- Most material deliveries continue to the underground loading dock in and out of Main Street at Hayward Street
Site 4: Grad Tower, 45 Hayward Street, and 292 Main Street
- All material deliveries to the underground loading dock will continue to come in and out from Main Street.
Site 5: 314 Main Street
- Most deliveries take place at the underground loading dock.
- Interior fit out is underway.
Open Space
- Landscaping punchlist is ongoing.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Pedestrians and cyclists please beware of construction vehicles coming and going.
Wadsworth Street – Roadway Conditions into February
- Wadsworth Street pedestrian access has reopened the western sidewalk between Main and Amherst Streets on the 238 Main building and Muckley building side of the street. (W1)
- Vehicular access between Amherst and Main streets is open. (W1)
- Pedestrian access is closed across the Eastgate/Sloan parking lot. Pedestrian access to/from the Sloan building and garage will be from Main Street. The Sloan and Eastgate lot vehicular entrance continues to be from Main Street and closed at Wadsworth Street. (W2)
- Pedestrian access is maintained to the E53/E52 ramp while Site 2 work is underway.
Main Street
- MBTA passengers switched to the new interim headhouse and entrance/exit so that crews can begin demolition as part of renovation and modernization of the existing headhouse leading to the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station. (M1)
- MBTA project deliveries will intermittently take place at a gate off Main Street near the MBTA station.
- The Site 2 project is underway in the parking area south of Eastgate (E55) closing the Hermann Garage.
- The inner sidewalk is closed to pedestrians from Wadsworth to Main Street. The Main Street access to the Sloan Garage will remain open throughout construction. A Sloan drop off/pick-up space will be maintained.
- An access driveway to Sloan Garage allows independent access to E62 (Sloan) and the garage without mixing with construction access for E55 demolition. Directional signage is posted and police details are on site to help direct traffic. (M2)
- The Main Street entrance to Hayward Street (Gate 1) is open to vehicles entering the underground loading dock at the grad tower at Site 4 (E37), 238 Main Street and 314 Main Street.
Hayward Street
- Only construction vehicles and those going to the E40 loading dock are allowed to enter Hayward Street from Amherst Street.
Amherst Street
- The medical lot is open to MIT medical patients with pedestrian access along Amherst Street and to Carleton Street near the HP spaces.
Carleton Street
- Trucks and construction equipment will access the MBTA headhouse site. Concrete placements and demolition continues and cranes are on site.
- The walkways to Dock and Main Streets and the MBTA Red Line station are open. Directional signage is in place.
- Through access to Dock Street via Charlotte’s Way is open.
General Construction Update
Site 1: 165 Main Street
- Sidewalk protection has been removed. Construction of the sidewalk is complete at the 165 Main entrance area. Pedestrian traffic is back on the sidewalks. Main Street re-paving and bike lane reconstruction are complete.
- Penthouse equipment will continue to be tied-in.
- Drywall is complete on residential floors. Painting is ongoing.
- Installation of the podium unitized system is ongoing.
Site 2:
- A hoist for E55 demolition has been installed on the south facade and may be operational from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm.
- Installation of an Eversource a temp power yard underway.
Site 3: 238 Main Street
- Fit-outs are underway inside the tower and 238 Main Street.
- Most material deliveries continue to the underground loading dock in and out of Main Street at Hayward Street
Site 4: Grad Tower, 45 Hayward Street, and 292 Main Street
- All material deliveries to the underground loading dock will continue to come in and out from Main Street.
Site 5: 314 Main Street
- Most deliveries take place at the underground loading dock.
- Interior fit out is underway.
Open Space
- Landscaping punchlist is ongoing.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Pedestrians and cyclists please beware of construction vehicles coming and going.
Wadsworth Street – Roadway Conditions into February
- Wadsworth Street pedestrian access has reopened the western sidewalk between Main and Amherst Streets on the 238 Main building and Muckley building side of the street. (W1)
- Vehicular access between Amherst and Main streets is open. (W1)
- Pedestrian access is closed across the Eastgate/Sloan parking lot. Pedestrian access to/from the Sloan building and garage will be from Main Street. The Sloan and Eastgate lot vehicular entrance continues to be from Main Street and closed at Wadsworth Street. (W2)
- Pedestrian access is maintained to the E53/E52 ramp while Site 2 work is underway.
Main Street
- MBTA passengers switched to the new interim headhouse and entrance/exit so that crews can begin renovation and modernization of the existing headhouse leading to the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station. (M1)
- MBTA project deliveries will intermittently take place at a gate off Main Street near the MBTA station.
- The Site 2 project is underway in the parking area south of Eastgate (E55) closing the Hermann Garage.
- The inner sidewalk is closed to pedestrians from Wadsworth to Main Street. The Main Street access to the Sloan Garage will remain open throughout construction. A Sloan drop off/pick-up space will be maintained.
- An access driveway to Sloan Garage allows independent access to E62 (Sloan) and the garage without mixing with construction access for E55 demolition. Directional signage is posted and police details are on site to help direct traffic. (M2)
- The Main Street entrance to Hayward Street (Gate 1) is open to vehicles entering the underground loading dock at the grad tower at Site 4 (E37), 238 Main Street and 314 Main Street.
Hayward Street
- Only construction vehicles and those going to the E40 loading dock are allowed to enter Hayward Street from Amherst Street.
Amherst Street
- The medical lot is open to MIT medical patients with pedestrian access along Amherst Street and to Carleton Street near the HP spaces.
- Crews will be doing site punch-list drainage work between Carleton Street and the MIT Media Lab off Amherst St.
Carleton Street
- Trucks and construction equipment will access the MBTA headhouse site. Concrete placements continues and cranes are on site.
- The walkways to Dock and Main Streets and the MBTA Red Line station are open. Directional signage is in place.
- Through access to Dock Street via Charlotte’s Way is open.
General Construction Update
Site 1: 165 Main Street
- Sidewalk protection has been removed. Construction of the sidewalk is complete at the 165 Main entrance area. Pedestrian traffic is back on the sidewalks. Main Street re-paving and bike lane reconstruction are complete.
- Penthouse equipment will continue to be tied-in.
- Drywall is complete on residential floors. Painting is ongoing.
- Installation of the podium unitized system is ongoing.
Site 2:
- A hoist for E55 demolition has been installed on the south facade and may be operational from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm.
- Installation of an Eversource a temp power yard underway.
Site 3: 238 Main Street
- Fit-outs are underway inside the tower and 238 Main Street.
- Most material deliveries continue to the underground loading dock in and out of Main Street at Hayward Street
Site 4: Grad Tower, 45 Hayward Street, and 292 Main Street
- All material deliveries to the underground loading dock will continue to come in and out from Main Street.
Site 5: 314 Main Street
- Most deliveries take place at the underground loading dock.
- Interior fit out is underway.
Open Space
- Landscaping punchlist is ongoing.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Pedestrians and cyclists please beware of construction vehicles coming and going.
Wadsworth Street – Roadway Conditions into February
- Wadsworth Street pedestrian access has reopened the western sidewalk between Main and Amherst Streets on the 238 Main building and Muckley building side of the street. (W1)
- Vehicular access between Amherst and Main streets is open. (W1)
- Pedestrian access is closed across the Eastgate/Sloan parking lot. Pedestrian access to/from the Sloan building and garage will be from Main Street. The Sloan and Eastgate lot vehicular entrance continues to be from Main Street and closed at Wadsworth Street. (W2)
- Pedestrian access is maintained to the E53/E52 ramp while Site 2 work is underway.
Main Street
- MBTA passengers will switch to the new interim headhouse on Saturday, January 22nd so that crews can begin renovation and modernization of the existing headhouse leading to the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station. Passengers will be directed to the new entrance/exit. (M1)
- MBTA project deliveries will intermittently take place at a gate off Main Street near the MBTA station.
- The Site 2 project is underway in the parking area south of Eastgate (E55) closing the Hermann Garage.
- The inner sidewalk is closed to pedestrians from Wadsworth to Main Street. The Main Street access to the Sloan Garage will remain open throughout construction. A Sloan drop off/pick-up space will be maintained.
- An access driveway to Sloan Garage allows independent access to E62 (Sloan) and the garage without mixing with construction access for E55 demolition. Directional signage is posted and police details are on site to help direct traffic. (M2)
- The Main Street entrance to Hayward Street (Gate 1) is open to vehicles entering the underground loading dock at the grad tower at Site 4 (E37), 238 Main Street and 314 Main Street.
Hayward Street
- Only construction vehicles and those going to the E40 loading dock are allowed to enter Hayward Street from Amherst Street.
Amherst Street
- The medical lot is open to MIT medical patients with pedestrian access along Amherst Street and to Carleton Street near the HP spaces.
- Crews will be doing site punch-list drainage work between Carleton Street and the MIT Media Lab off Amherst St.
Carleton Street
- Trucks and construction equipment will access the MBTA headhouse site. Concrete placements continues and cranes are on site.
- The walkways to Dock and Main Streets and the MBTA Red Line station are open. Directional signage is in place.
- Through access to Dock Street via Charlotte’s Way is open.
General Construction Update
Site 1: 165 Main Street
- Sidewalk protection has been removed. Construction of the sidewalk is complete at the 165 Main entrance area. Pedestrian traffic is back on the sidewalks. Main Street re-paving and bike lane reconstruction are complete.
- Penthouse equipment will continue to be tied-in.
- Drywall is complete on residential floors. Painting is ongoing.
- Installation of the podium unitized system is ongoing.
Site 2:
- A hoist for E55 demolition has been installed on the south facade and may be operational from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm.
- Installation of an Eversource a temp power yard underway.
Site 3: 238 Main Street
- Fit-outs are underway inside the tower and 238 Main Street.
- Most material deliveries continue to the underground loading dock in and out of Main Street at Hayward Street
Site 4: Grad Tower, 45 Hayward Street, and 292 Main Street
- All material deliveries to the underground loading dock will continue to come in and out from Main Street.
Site 5: 314 Main Street
- Most deliveries take place at the underground loading dock.
- Interior fit out is underway.
Open Space
- Landscaping punchlist is ongoing.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Pedestrians and cyclists please beware of construction vehicles coming and going.
Wadsworth Street – Roadway Conditions into January
- Wadsworth Street pedestrian access has reopened the western sidewalk between Main and Amherst Streets on the 238 Main building and Muckley building side of the street. (W1)
- Vehicular access between Amherst and Main streets is expected to open. (W1)
- Pedestrian access is closed across the Eastgate/Sloan parking lot. Pedestrian access to/from the Sloan building and garage will be from Main Street. The Sloan and Eastgate lot vehicular entrance continues to be from Main Street and closed at Wadsworth Street. (W2)
- Pedestrians are being directed to the crosswalk between Wadsworth and Amherst Streets adjacent to E52 and E51.
- Pedestrian access is maintained to the E53/E52 ramp while Site 2 work is underway.
Main Street
- MBTA passengers will switch to the new interim headhouse so that crews can begin renovation and modernization of the existing headhouse leading to the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station. (M1)
- MBTA project deliveries will intermittently take place at a gate off Main Street near the MBTA station. The Site 2 project is underway in the parking area south of Eastgate (E55) closing the Hermann Garage.
- The inner sidewalk is closed to pedestrians from Wadsworth to Main Street. The Main Street access to the Sloan Garage will remain open throughout construction. A Sloan drop off/pick-up space will be maintained.
- An access driveway to Sloan Garage allows independent access to E62 (Sloan) and the garage without mixing with construction access for E55 demolition. Directional signage is posted and police details are on site to help direct traffic. (M2)
- The Main Street entrance to Hayward Street (Gate 1) is open to vehicles entering the underground loading dock at the grad tower at Site 4 (E37), 238 Main Street and 314 Main Street.
Hayward Street
- Only construction vehicles and those going to the E40 loading dock are allowed to enter Hayward Street from Amherst Street.
Amherst Street
- The medical lot is open to MIT medical patients with pedestrian access along Amherst Street and to Carleton Street near the HP spaces.
- Crews will be doing site punch-list drainage work between Carleton Street and the MIT Media Lab off Amherst St.
Carleton Street
- Trucks and construction equipment will access the MBTA headhouse site. Concrete placements continues and cranes are on site.
- The walkways to Dock and Main Streets and the MBTA Red Line station are open. Directional signage is in place.
- Through access to Dock Street via Charlotte’s Way is open.
General Construction Update
Work activities are expected to take place on Monday, January 17th, Martin Luther King Day, starting at 9 am.
Site 1: 165 Main Street
- Sidewalk protection has been removed. Construction of the sidewalk is complete at the 165 Main entrance area. Pedestrian traffic is back on the sidewalks. Main Street re-paving and bike lane reconstruction are complete.
- Penthouse equipment will continue to be tied-in.
- Drywall is complete on residential floors. Painting is ongoing.
- Installation of the podium unitized system is ongoing.
Site 2:
- A hoist for E55 demolition has been installed on the south facade and may be operational from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm.
- Site work including building a temp construction driveway and installing an Eversource temp power yard is underway.
Site 3: 238 Main Street
- Fit-outs are underway inside the tower and 238 Main Street.
- Most material deliveries continue to the underground loading dock in and out of Main Street at Hayward Street
Site 4: Grad Tower, 45 Hayward Street, and 292 Main Street
- All material deliveries to the underground loading dock will continue to come in and out from Main Street.
Site 5: 314 Main Street
- Most deliveries take place at the underground loading dock.
- Interior fit out is underway.
Open Space
- Landscaping punchlist and signage installation takes place on Wadsworth Street.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Pedestrians and cyclists please beware of construction vehicles coming and going.
Wadsworth Street – Roadway Conditions into January
- The pedestrian walkway will be closed into January while crews work on final landscape. Pedestrians and cyclists will be directed to the Hayward Street sidewalk. Please follow the detour signage at the north end of Wadsworth Street to the far sidewalk and do not walk along the bike path.
- Pedestrian access is closed across the Eastgate/Sloan parking lot. Pedestrian access to/from the Sloan building and garage will be from Main Street. The Sloan and Eastgate lot vehicular entrance continues to be from Main Street and closed at Wadsworth Street. (W2)
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic (W1)
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- Pedestrians are being directed to the crosswalk between Wadsworth and Amherst Streets adjacent to E52 and E51.
- Emergency access from E40 is being maintained.
- Pedestrian access is maintained to the E53/E52 ramp while finish and temporary hardscaping is underway.
Main Street
- The Site 2 project is underway in the parking area south of Eastgate (E55) closing the Hermann Garage. The inner sidewalk is closed to pedestrians from Wadsworth to Main Street. The Main Street access to the Sloan Garage will remain open throughout construction. A Sloan drop off/pick-up space will be maintained.
- A new access driveway to Sloan Garage is open. This allows independent access to E62 (Sloan) and the garage without mixing with construction access for E55 demolition. Directional signage is posted and police details are on site to help direct traffic. (M2)
- The Main Street entrance to Hayward Street (Gate 1) is open to vehicles entering the underground loading dock at the grad tower at Site 4 (E37) and Site 5, 314 Main Street.
- Pedestrian access to E37 continues from Main Street to Hayward Street.
- Gate 2 has been shifted south on Wadsworth Street and will continue to be used.
- Preparation is underway to switch MBTA passengers to the new interim headhouse in January, so that crews can begin renovation and modernization of the existing headhouse leading to the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station. (M1)
- MBTA project deliveries will intermittently take place at a gate off Main Street near the MBTA station.
Hayward Street
- Only construction vehicles and those going to the E40 loading dock are allowed to enter Hayward Street from Amherst Street.
- Pedestrians and cyclists as an alternate to Wadsworth Street will use the walkway alongside the new plaza between Amherst and Main Streets. (H1)
Amherst Street
- The medical lot is open to MIT medical patients with pedestrian access along Amherst Street and to Carleton Street near the HP spaces.
- Crews will be doing site punch-list drainage work between Carleton Street and the MIT Media Lab off Amherst St.
Carleton Street
- Trucks and construction equipment will access the MBTA headhouse site. Concrete placements continues and cranes are on site.
- The new walkways to Dock and Main Streets and the MBTA Red Line station are open. Directional signage is in place.
- Through access to Dock Street via Charlotte’s Way is open.
General Construction Update
Site 1: 165 Main Street
- Sidewalk protection has been removed. Construction of the sidewalk is complete at the 165 Main entrance area. Pedestrian traffic is back on the sidewalks. Main Street re-paving and bike lane reconstruction are complete.
- Penthouse equipment will continue to be tied-in.
- Drywall is complete on residential floors. Painting is ongoing.
- Installation of the podium unitized system is ongoing.
Site 2:
- A hoist for E55 demolition has been installed on the south facade and may be operational from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm.
- Site work including building a temp construction driveway and installing an Eversource temp power yard is underway.
Site 3:
- Fit-outs are underway inside the tower and 238 Main Street.
- Most material deliveries continue to the underground loading dock in and out of Main Street at Hayward Street with occasional deliveries through Gates 2 and 3.
Site 4:
- All material deliveries to the underground loading dock will continue to come in and out from Main Street.
Site 5: 314 Main Street
- Most deliveries take place at the underground loading dock.
- Interior fit out is underway.
Open Space
- Final landscaping continues on Wadsworth Street.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Pedestrians and cyclists please beware of construction vehicles coming and going.
Wadsworth Street – Roadway Conditions into December
- The pedestrian walkway will be closed into December while crews work on a utility crossing. Pedestrians and cyclists will be directed to the Hayward Street sidewalk. Please follow the detour signage at the north end of Wadsworth Street to the far sidewalk and do not walk along the bike path. A vacuum truck creating noise will be used intermittently for this work.
- Pedestrian access is closed across the Eastgate/Sloan parking lot. Pedestrian access to/from the Sloan building and garage will be from Main Street. The Sloan and Eastgate lot vehicular entrance continues to be from Main Street and closed at Wadsworth Street. (W2)
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic (W1)
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- Pedestrians are being directed to the crosswalk between Wadsworth and Amherst Streets adjacent to E52 and E51.
- Emergency access from E40 is being maintained
Main Street
- The Site 2 project is underway in the parking area south of Eastgate (E55) closing the Hermann Garage. The inner sidewalk is closed to pedestrians from Wadsworth to Main Street. The Main Street access to the Sloan Garage will remain open throughout construction. A Sloan drop off/pick-up space will be maintained.
- A new access driveway to Sloan Garage is open. This allows independent access to E62 (Sloan) and the garage without mixing with construction access for E55 demolition. Directional signage is posted and police details are on site to help direct traffic. (M2)
- The Main Street entrance to Hayward Street (Gate 1) is open to vehicles entering the underground loading dock at the grad tower at Site 4 (E37) and Site 5, 314 Main Street.
- Pedestrian access to E37 continues from Main Street to Hayward Street.
- Gate 2 has been shifted south on Wadsworth Street and will continue to be used.
- Preparation is underway to switch MBTA passengers to the new interim headhouse in January, so that crews can begin renovation and modernization of the existing headhouse leading to the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station. (M1)
- MBTA project deliveries will intermittently take place at a gate off Main Street near the MBTA station.
Hayward Street
- Only construction vehicles and those going to the E40 loading dock are allowed to enter Hayward Street from Amherst Street.
- Pedestrians and cyclists as an alternate to Wadsworth Street will use the walkway alongside the new plaza between Amherst and Main Streets. (H1)
Amherst Street
- The medical lot is open to MIT medical patients with pedestrian access along Amherst Street and to Carleton Street near the HP spaces.
- Crews will be doing site punch-list drainage work between Carleton Street and the MIT Media Lab off Amherst St.
Carleton Street
- Trucks and construction equipment will access the MBTA headhouse site. Concrete placements continues and cranes are on site.
- The new walkways to Dock and Main Streets and the MBTA Red Line station are open. Directional signage is in place.
- Through access to Dock Street via Charlotte’s Way is open.
General Construction Update
Site 1: 165 Main Street
- Sidewalk protection has been removed. Construction of the sidewalk is complete at the 165 Main entrance area. Pedestrian traffic is back on the sidewalks. Main Street re-paving and bike lane reconstruction are complete.
- Penthouse equipment will continue to be tied-in.
- Drywall is complete on residential floors. Painting is ongoing.
- Installation of the podium unitized system is ongoing.
Site 2:
- A hoist for E55 demolition has been installed on the south facade and may be operational from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm.
- Site work including building a temp construction driveway and installing an Eversource temp power yard is underway.
Site 3:
- Fit-outs are underway inside the tower and 238 Main Street.
- Most material deliveries continue to the underground loading dock in and out of Main Street at Hayward Street with occasional deliveries through Gates 2 and 3.
Site 4:
- All material deliveries to the underground loading dock will continue to come in and out from Main Street.
Site 5: 314 Main Street
- Most deliveries take place at the underground loading dock.
- Interior fit out is underway.
Open Space
- Final landscaping continues on Wadsworth Street.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Pedestrians and cyclists please beware of construction vehicles coming and going.
Wadsworth Street – Roadway Conditions into December
- The pedestrian walkway will be closed into December while crews work on a utility crossing. Pedestrians and cyclists will be directed to the Hayward Street sidewalk. Please follow the detour signage at the north end of Wadsworth Street to the far sidewalk and do not walk along the bike path. A vacuum truck creating noise will be used intermittently for this work.
- Pedestrian access is closed across the Eastgate/Sloan parking lot. Pedestrian access to/from the Sloan building and garage will be from Main Street. The Sloan and Eastgate lot vehicular entrance continues to be from Main Street and closed at Wadsworth Street. (W2)
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic (W1)
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- Pedestrians are being directed to the crosswalk between Wadsworth and Amherst Streets adjacent to E52 and E51.
- Emergency access from E40 is being maintained
Main Street
- A utility project is underway in the parking area south of Eastgate (E55) closing the Hermann Garage. The inner sidewalk is closed to pedestrians from Wadsworth to Main Street. The Main Street access to the Sloan Garage will remain open throughout construction. A Sloan drop off/pick-up space will be maintained.
- A new access driveway to Sloan Garage is open. This allows independent access to E62 (Sloan) and the garage without mixing with construction access for E55 demolition. Directional signage is posted and police details are on site to help direct traffic. (M2)
- The Main Street entrance to Hayward Street (Gate 1) is open to vehicles entering the underground loading dock at the grad tower at Site 4 (E37) and Site 5, 314 Main Street.
- Pedestrian access to E37 continues from Main Street to Hayward Street.
- Gate 2 has been shifted south on Wadsworth Street and will continue to be used.
- Preparation is underway to switch MBTA passengers to the new interim headhouse in December, so that crews can begin renovation and modernization of the existing headhouse leading to the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station. (M1)
- MBTA project deliveries will intermittently take place at a gate off Main Street near the MBTA station.
Hayward Street
- Only construction vehicles are allowed to enter Hayward Street from Amherst Street.
- Pedestrians and cyclists as an alternate to Wadsworth Street will use the walkway alongside the new plaza between Amherst and Main Streets. (H1)
- Trucks are delivering soil, trees and crews are planting trees.
Amherst Street
- The medical lot is open to MIT medical patients with pedestrian access along Amherst Street and to Carleton Street near the HP spaces.
- Gate 4 at Hayward Street continues to be a major entrance and exit for construction trucks and equipment.
Carleton Street
- Trucks and construction equipment will access the MBTA headhouse site. Concrete placements continues and cranes are on site.
- The new walkways to Dock and Main Streets and the MBTA Red Line station are open. Directional signage is in place.
- Through access to Dock Street via Charlotte’s Way is open.
General Construction Update
Site 1: 165 Main Street
- Sidewalk protection has been removed. Construction of the sidewalk is complete at the 165 Main entrance area. Pedestrian traffic is back on the sidewalks. Main Street re-paving and bike lane reconstruction are complete.
- Penthouse equipment will continue to be tied-in.
- Drywall is complete on residential floors. Painting is ongoing.
- Installation of the podium unitized system is ongoing.
Site 2:
- A hoist for E55 demolition has been installed on the south facade and may be operational from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm.
- A six-to-eight person crew will continue work inside E55 6:00 pm until 10:30 pm weeknights through December to prep for day shift workers. No activity outside the building or deliveries will take place after 6:00 pm.
Site 3:
- Fit-outs are underway inside the tower and 238 Main Street.
- Most material deliveries continue to the underground loading dock in and out of Main Street at Hayward Street with occasional deliveries through Gates 2 and 3.
Site 4:
- All material deliveries to the underground loading dock will continue to come in and out from Main Street.
Site 5: 314 Main Street
- Most deliveries take place at the underground loading dock.
- Interior fit out is underway.
Open Space
- Final landscaping is underway from Hayward to Wadsworth streets surrounding Site 3.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Pedestrians and cyclists please beware of construction vehicles coming and going.
Wadsworth Street – Roadway Conditions into November
- The pedestrian walkway will be closed through November while crews work on a utility crossing. Pedestrians and cyclists will be directed to the Hayward Street sidewalk. Please follow the detour signage at the north end of Wadsworth Street to the far sidewalk and do not walk along the bike path. A vacuum truck creating noise will be used intermittently for this work.
- Pedestrian access is closed across the Eastgate/Sloan parking lot. Pedestrian access to/from the Sloan building and garage will be from Main Street. The Sloan and Eastgate lot vehicular entrance continues to be from Main Street and closed at Wadsworth Street. (W2)
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic and pedestrians. (W1)
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- Pedestrians are being directed to the crosswalk between Wadsworth and Amherst Streets adjacent to E52 and E51.
- Emergency access from E40 is being maintained
Main Street
- A utility project is underway in the parking area south of Eastgate (E55) closing the Hermann Garage. The inner sidewalk is closed to pedestrians from Wadsworth to Main Street. The Main Street access to the Sloan Garage will remain open throughout construction. A Sloan drop off/pick-up space will be maintained.
- A new access driveway to Sloan Garage is open. This allows independent access to E62 (Sloan) and the garage without mixing with construction access for E55 demolition. Directional signage is posted and police details are on site to help direct traffic. (M2)
- Crews will be placing concrete with alternating one-way lanes at the ramp to the Sloan garage on a minor utility repair and surface restoration project. A police detail will direct traffic.
- The Main Street entrance to Hayward Street (Gate 1) is open to vehicles entering the underground loading dock at the grad tower at Site 4 (E37) and Site 5, 314 Main Street.
- Pedestrian access to E37 continues from Main Street to Hayward Street.
- Gate 2 has been shifted south on Wadsworth Street and will continue to be used.
- Preparation is underway to switch MBTA passengers to the new interim headhouse while work will begin in December on renovation and modernization of the existing headhouse leading to the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station. (M1)
- MBTA project deliveries will intermittently take place at a gate off Main Street near the MBTA station. A concrete truck may be accessing to place the new sidewalk.
Hayward Street
- Only construction vehicles are allowed to enter Hayward Street from Amherst Street.
- Pedestrians and cyclists as an alternate to Wadsworth Street will use the walkway alongside the new plaza between Amherst and Main Streets. (H1)
- Trucks are delivering soil, trees and crews are planting trees.
Amherst Street
- Crews will pave a section of a lane from E40 to just after the Medical Lot entrance on Friday, November 12th beginning at 7:00 am. This work is weather dependent. Access to the Medical lot, Hayward Garage and Street will be interrupted briefly and a garage alternate route will be available at the Wadsworth Street exit/entrance, and MIT Medical alternate parking is available on Carleton Street.
- The medical lot is open to MIT medical patients with pedestrian access along Amherst Street and to Carleton Street near the HP spaces.
- Gate 4 at Hayward Street continues to be a major entrance and exit for construction trucks and equipment.
Carleton Street
- Trucks and construction equipment will access the MBTA headhouse site. Concrete placements continues and cranes are on site.
- The new walkways to Dock and Main Streets and the MBTA Red Line station are open. Directional signage is in place.
- Through access to Dock Street via Charlotte’s Way is open.
General Construction Update
Site 1: 165 Main Street
- Sidewalk protection has been removed. Construction of the sidewalk is complete at the 165 Main entrance area. Pedestrian traffic is back on the sidewalks. Main Street re-paving and bike lane reconstruction are complete.
- Penthouse equipment will continue to be tied-in.
- Drywall is complete on residential floors. Painting is ongoing.
- Installation of the podium unitized system is ongoing.
Site 2:
- A hoist for E55 demolition has been installed on the south facade and may be operational from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm.
- A six-to-eight person crew will continue work inside E55 6:00 pm until 10:30 pm weeknights through December to prep for day shift workers. No activity outside the building or deliveries will take place after 6:00 pm.
Site 3:
- Fit-outs are underway inside the tower and 238 Main Street.
- Most material deliveries continue to the underground loading dock in and out of Main Street at Hayward Street with occasional deliveries through Gates 2 and 3.
Site 4:
- All material deliveries to the underground loading dock will continue to come in and out from Main Street.
Site 5: 314 Main Street
- Most deliveries take place at the underground loading dock.
- Interior fit out is underway.
Open Space
- Final landscaping is underway from Hayward to Wadsworth streets surrounding Site 3.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Pedestrians and cyclists please beware of construction vehicles coming and going.
Wadsworth Street – Roadway Conditions into November
- The pedestrian walkway will be closed into November while crews work on a utility crossing. Pedestrians and cyclists will be directed to the Hayward Street sidewalk. Please follow the detour signage at the north end of Wadsworth Street to the far sidewalk and do not walk along the bike path. A vacuum truck creating noise will be used intermittently for this work.
- Pedestrian access is closed across the Eastgate/Sloan parking lot. Pedestrian access to/from the Sloan building and garage will be from Main Street. The Sloan and Eastgate lot vehicular entrance continues to be from Main Street and closed at Wadsworth Street. (W2)
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic and pedestrians. (W1)
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- Pedestrians are being directed to the crosswalk between Wadsworth and Amherst Streets adjacent to E52 and E51.
- Emergency access from E40 is being maintained
Main Street
- A utility project is underway in the parking area south of Eastgate (E55) closing the Hermann Garage. The inner sidewalk is closed to pedestrians from Wadsworth to Main Street. The Main Street access to the Sloan Garage will remain open throughout construction. A Sloan drop off/pick-up space will be maintained.
- A new access driveway to Sloan Garage is open. This allows independent access to E62 (Sloan) and the garage without mixing with construction access for E55 demolition. Directional signage is posted and police details are on site to help direct traffic. (M2)
- Through the week of November 1st, crews will be working with alternating one-way lanes at the ramp to the Sloan garage on a minor utility repair and surface restoration project. A police detail will direct traffic. Light jackhammering will take place.
- The Main Street entrance to Hayward Street (Gate 1) is open to vehicles entering the underground loading dock at the grad tower at Site 4 (E37) and Site 5, 314 Main Street.
- Pedestrian access to E37 continues from Main Street to Hayward Street.
- Gate 2 has been shifted south on Wadsworth Street and will continue to be used.
- Preparation is underway to switch MBTA passengers to the new interim headhouse while work will begin in December on renovation and modernization of the existing headhouse leading to the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station. (M1)
- MBTA project deliveries will intermittently take place at a gate off Main Street near the MBTA station. A concrete truck may be accessing to place the new sidewalk.
- Exploratory utility work on the sidewalk will take place at the corner of the Grad Tower at Site 4 and the MBTA Station.
Hayward Street
- Only construction vehicles are allowed to enter Hayward Street from Amherst Street.
- Pedestrians and cyclists as an alternate to Wadsworth Street will use the walkway alongside the new plaza between Amherst and Main Streets. (H1)
- Trucks are delivering soil, trees and crews are planting trees.
Amherst Street
- The medical lot is open to MIT medical patients with pedestrian access along Amherst Street and to Carleton Street near the HP spaces.
- Gate 4 at Hayward Street continues to be a major entrance and exit for construction trucks and equipment.
Carleton Street
- Trucks and construction equipment will access the MBTA headhouse site. Concrete placements continues and cranes are on site.
- The new walkways to Dock and Main Streets and the MBTA Red Line station are open. Directional signage is in place.
- Through access to Dock Street via Charlotte’s Way is open.
General Construction Update
Site 1: 165 Main Street
- Sidewalk protection has been removed. Construction of the sidewalk is complete at the 165 Main entrance area. Pedestrian traffic is back on the sidewalks. Bike lane with bikes shifted to traffic lanes for the next month to build landscape areas and new bike lanes.
- Penthouse equipment will continue to be tied-in.
- Drywall will be installed on residential floors.
- Installation of the podium unitized system is ongoing.
Site 2:
- A hoist for E55 demolition will continue to be installed on the south facade and may be operational.
Site 3:
- Fit-outs are underway inside the tower and 238 Main Street.
- Most material deliveries continue to the underground loading dock in and out of Main Street at Hayward Street with occasional deliveries through Gates 2 and 3.
Site 4:
- All material deliveries to the underground loading dock will continue to come in and out from Main Street.
Site 5: 314 Main Street
- Most deliveries take place at the underground loading dock.
- Interior fit out is underway.
Open Space
- Final landscaping is underway from Hayward to Wadsworth streets surrounding Site 3.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Pedestrians and cyclists please beware of construction vehicles coming and going.
Wadsworth Street – Roadway Conditions in October
- The pedestrian walkway will be closed through October while crews work on a utility crossing. Pedestrians and cyclists will be directed to the Hayward Street sidewalk. Please follow the detour signage at the north end of Wadsworth Street to the far sidewalk and do not walk along the bike path. A vacuum truck creating noise will be used intermittently for this work.
- Pedestrian access is closed across the Eastgate/Sloan parking lot. Pedestrian access to/from the Sloan building and garage will be from Main Street. The Sloan and Eastgate lot vehicular entrance continues to be from Main Street and closed at Wadsworth Street. (W2)
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic and pedestrians. (W1)
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- Pedestrians are being directed to the crosswalk between Wadsworth and Amherst Streets adjacent to E52 and E51.
- Emergency access from E40 is being maintained
Main Street
- A utility project is underway in the parking area south of Eastgate (E55) closing the Hermann Garage. The inner sidewalk is closed to pedestrians from Wadsworth to Main Street. The Main Street access to the Sloan Garage will remain open throughout construction. A Sloan drop off/pick-up space will be maintained.
- A new access driveway to Sloan Garage will open and shift further east early Morning, October 18th. This will allow independent access to E62 (Sloan) and the garage without mixing with construction access for E55 demolition. Directional signage will be posted and police details will be on site to help direct traffic. Preparation for this shift will take place on Friday and Saturday, October 15th and 16th. (M2)
- During the week of October 18th, crews will be working with alternating one-way lanes at the ramp to the Sloan garage on a minor utility repair and surface restoration project. A police detail will direct traffic. Light jackhammering will take place.
- The Main Street entrance to Hayward Street (Gate 1) is open to vehicles entering the underground loading dock at the grad tower at Site 4 (E37) and Site 5, 314 Main Street.
- The sidewalk in front of 238 Main Street will remain closed east of the MBTA entrance to the corner of Wadsworth Street through the week of October 18th as crews finish repair work. The MBTA entrance will remain open and accessible at all times. (M3)
- Pedestrian access to E37 continues from Main Street to Hayward Street.
- Gate 2 has been shifted south on Wadsworth Street and will continue to be used.
- Preparation is underway to switch MBTA passengers to the new interim headhouse while work will begin in November on renovation and modernization of the existing headhouse leading to the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station. (M1)
- MBTA project deliveries will intermittently take place at a gate off Main Street near the MBTA station.
Hayward Street
- Only construction vehicles are allowed to enter Hayward Street from Amherst Street.
- Pedestrians and cyclists as an alternate to Wadsworth Street will use the walkway alongside the new plaza between Amherst and Main Streets. (H1)
- Trucks are delivering soil, trees and crews are planting trees.
- Workers may gather off Hayward during an emergency evacuation drill.
Amherst Street
- The medical lot is open to MIT medical patients with pedestrian access along Amherst Street and to Carleton Street near the HP spaces.
- Gate 4 at Hayward Street continues to be a major entrance and exit for construction trucks and equipment.
Carleton Street
- Trucks and construction equipment will access the MBTA headhouse site. Concrete placements continues and cranes are on site.
- The new walkways to Dock and Main Streets and the MBTA Red Line station are open. Directional signage is in place.
- Through access to Dock Street via Charlotte’s Way is open.
General Construction Update
Site 1: 165 Main Street
- Sidewalk protection has been removed. Construction of the sidewalk is complete at the 165 Main entrance area. Pedestrian traffic is back on the sidewalks. Bike lane with bikes shifted to traffic lanes for the next month to build landscape areas and new bike lanes.
- Penthouse equipment will continue to be tied-in.
- Drywall will be installed on residential floors.
- Installation of the podium unitized system is ongoing.
Site 2:
- A hoist for E55 demolition will be constructed on the south facade throughout the month of September and October.
Site 3:
- Fit-outs are underway inside the tower and 238 Main Street.
- Most material deliveries continue to the underground loading dock in and out of Main Street at Hayward Street with occasional deliveries through Gates 2 and 3.
Site 4:
- All material deliveries to the underground loading dock will continue to come in and out from Main Street.
Site 5: 314 Main Street
- Most deliveries take place at the underground loading dock.
- Interior fit out is underway.
Open Space
- Final landscaping is underway from Hayward to Wadsworth streets surrounding Site 3.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Pedestrians and cyclists please beware of construction vehicles coming and going.
Wadsworth Street – Roadway Conditions in October
- The pedestrian walkway will be closed through October while crews work on a utility crossing. Pedestrians and cyclists will be directed to the Hayward Street sidewalk. Please follow the detour signage at the north end of Wadsworth Street to the far sidewalk and do not walk along the bike path. A vacuum truck creating noise will be used intermittently for this work.
- Pedestrian access is closed across the Eastgate/Sloan parking lot. Pedestrian access to/from the Sloan building and garage will be from Main Street. The Sloan and Eastgate lot vehicular entrance continues to be from Main Street and closed at Wadsworth Street. (W2)
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic and pedestrians. (W1)
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- Pedestrians are being directed to the crosswalk between Wadsworth and Amherst Streets adjacent to E52 and E51.
- Emergency access from E40 is being maintained.
Main Street
- A utility project is underway in the parking area south of Eastgate (E55) closing the Hermann Garage. The inner sidewalk is closed to pedestrians from Wadsworth to Main Street. The Main Street access to the Sloan Garage will remain open throughout construction. A Sloan drop off/pick-up space will be maintained.
- A new access driveway to Sloan Garage is currently under construction. Concrete sidewalks are placed and asphalt paving is underway. This will allow independent access to E62 (Sloan) and the garage without mixing with construction access for E55 demolition. (M2)
- At times crews will be working with alternating one-way lanes at the entrance and inside of the Sloan lot and entrance. A police detail will direct traffic. A vacuum truck could be used.
- The Main Street entrance to Hayward Street (Gate 1) is open to vehicles entering the underground loading dock at the grad tower at Site 4 (E37) and Site 5, 314 Main Street.
- During the weeks of October 4th and October 11th, work will be taking place on the clocktower at 238 Main Street and the sidewalk below, closing the sidewalk east of the MBTA entrance to the corner of Wadsworth Street. The MBTA entrance will remain open and accessible at all times. (M3)
- Crews on a lift will be working on 238 Main Street windows and storefront, shifting pedestrians around the work zone.
- Pedestrian access to E37 continues from Main Street to Hayward Street.
- Gate 2 has been shifted south on Wadsworth Street and will continue to be used.
- MBTA riders need to use the station access facing Main Street. The back head house access and escalator are closed until Fall 2021 for construction of the interim headhouse in Phase 1 of the renovation and modernization of the headhouse leading to the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station. (M1)
- MBTA project deliveries will intermittently take place at a gate off Main Street near the MBTA station.
Hayward Street
- Only construction vehicles are allowed to enter Hayward Street from Amherst Street.
- Pedestrians and cyclists as an alternate to Wadsworth Street will use the walkway alongside the new plaza between Amherst and Main Streets. (H1)
- Trucks are delivering soil, trees and crews are planting trees.
Amherst Street
- The medical lot is open to MIT medical patients with pedestrian access along Amherst Street and to Carleton Street near the HP spaces.
- Gate 4 at Hayward Street continues to be a major entrance and exit for construction trucks and equipment.
Carleton Street
- Trucks and construction equipment will access the MBTA headhouse site. Concrete placements continues and cranes are on site.
- The new walkways to Dock and Main Streets and the MBTA Red Line station are open. Directional signage is in place.
- Through access to Dock Street via Charlotte’s Way is open.
General Construction Update
Site 1: 165 Main Street
- Sidewalk protection has been removed. Construction of the sidewalk is complete at the 165 Main entrance area. Pedestrian traffic is back on the sidewalks. Bike lane with bikes shifted to traffic lanes for the next month to build landscape areas and new bike lanes.
- Penthouse equipment will continue to be tied-in.
- Drywall will be installed on residential floors.
- Installation of the podium unitized system is ongoing.
Site 2:
- A hoist for E55 demolition will be constructed on the south facade throughout the month of September and October.
Site 3:
- Fit-outs are underway inside the tower and 238 Main Street.
- Most material deliveries continue to the underground loading dock in and out of Main Street at Hayward Street with occasional deliveries through Gates 2 and 3.
Site 4:
- All material deliveries to the underground loading dock will continue to come in and out from Main Street.
Site 5: 314 Main Street
- Most deliveries take place at the underground loading dock.
- Interior fit out is underway.
Open Space
- Final landscaping is underway from Hayward to Wadsworth streets surrounding Site 3.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Pedestrians and cyclists please beware of construction vehicles coming and going.
Wadsworth Street – Roadway Conditions into September
- The covered pedestrian walkway will be closed into October while crews work on a utility crossing. Pedestrians and cyclists will be directed to the Hayward Street sidewalk. Please follow the detour signage at the north end of Wadsworth Street to the far sidewalk and do not walk along the bike path. A vacuum truck creating noise will be used intermittently for this work.
- Pedestrian access is closed across the Eastgate/Sloan parking lot. Pedestrian access to/from the Sloan building and garage will be from Main Street. The Sloan and Eastgate lot vehicular entrance continues to be from Main Street and closed at Wadsworth Street. (W2)
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic and pedestrians. (W1)
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- Pedestrians are being directed to the crosswalk between Wadsworth and Amherst Streets adjacent to E52 and E51.
- Emergency access from E40 is being maintained.
Main Street
- A utility project is underway in the parking area south of Eastgate (E55) closing the Hermann Garage. The inner sidewalk is closed to pedestrians from Wadsworth to Main Street. The Main Street access to the Sloan Garage will remain open throughout construction. A Sloan drop off/pick-up space will be maintained.
- A new access driveway to Sloan Garage is currently under construction. Concrete sidewalks are placed and asphalt paving is underway. This will allow independent access to E62 (Sloan) and the garage without mixing with construction access for E55 demolition. (M2)
- At times crews will be working with alternating one-way lanes at the entrance and inside of the Sloan lot and entrance. A police detail will direct traffic. A vacuum truck could be used.
- The Main Street entrance to Hayward Street (Gate 1) is open to vehicles entering the underground loading dock at the grad tower at Site 4 (E37) and Site 5, 314 Main Street.
- During the weeks of September 20th and September 27th, work will be taking place on the clocktower at 238 Main Street and the sidewalk below, closing the sidewalk east of the MBTA entrance to the corner of Wadsworth Street. The MBTA entrance will remain open and accessible at all times. (M3)
- Crews on a lift will be working on 238 Main Street windows and storefront, shifting pedestrians around the work zone.
- Pedestrian access to E37 continues from Main Street to Hayward Street.
- The pedestrian walkway will shift to the far sidewalk on Main Street at the north end of Wadsworth Street while crews install a new raised crosswalk.
- Gate 2 has been shifted south on Wadsworth Street and will continue to be used.
- MBTA riders need to use the station access facing Main Street. The back head house access and escalator are closed until Fall 2021 for construction of the interim headhouse in Phase 1 of the renovation and modernization of the headhouse leading to the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station. (M1)
- MBTA project deliveries will intermittently take place at a gate off Main Street near the MBTA station.
Hayward Street
- Only construction vehicles are allowed to enter Hayward Street from Amherst Street.
- Pedestrians and cyclists as an alternate to Wadsworth Street will use the walkway alongside the new plaza between Amherst and Main Streets. (H1)
- An MIT crew is working behind E40 on water pipes.
- Trucks are delivering soil, trees and crews are planting trees.
Amherst Street
- The medical lot is open to MIT medical patients with pedestrian access along Amherst Street and to Carleton Street near the HP spaces.
- Gate 4 at Hayward Street continues to be a major entrance and exit for construction trucks and equipment.
Carleton Street
- Trucks and construction equipment will access the MBTA headhouse site. Concrete placements continues and cranes are on site.
- The new walkways to Dock and Main Streets and the MBTA Red Line station are open. Directional signage is in place.
General Construction Update
Site 1: 165 Main Street
- Sidewalk protection is being removed. Construction of the sidewalks will begin at the 165 Main entrance area. Pedestrian traffic will be shifted to the bike lane with bikes shifted to traffic lanes for the next 2 months.
- Penthouse equipment will continue to be tied-in.
- Drywall will be installed on residential floors.
- Installation of the podium unitized system is ongoing.
Site 2:
- A hoist for E55 demolition will be constructed on the south facade throughout the month of September.
Site 3:
- Fit-outs are underway inside the tower and 238 Main Street.
- Most material deliveries continue to the underground loading dock in and out of Main Street at Hayward Street with occasional deliveries through Gates 2 and 3.
Site 4:
- All material deliveries to the underground loading dock will continue to come in and out from Main Street.
Site 5: 314 Main Street
- Most deliveries take place at the underground loading dock.
- Interior fit out is underway.
Open Space
- Final landscaping is underway from Hayward to Wadsworth streets surrounding Site 3.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Pedestrians and cyclists please beware of construction vehicles coming and going.
Wadsworth Street – Roadway Conditions into September
- The covered pedestrian walkway will be closed into October while crews work on a utility crossing. Pedestrians and cyclists will be directed to the Hayward Street sidewalk. Please follow the detour signage at the north end of Wadsworth Street to the far sidewalk and do not walk along the bike path. A vacuum truck creating noise will be used intermittently for this work.
- Pedestrian access is closed across the Eastgate/Sloan parking lot. Pedestrian access to/from the Sloan building and garage will be from Main Street. The Sloan and Eastgate lot vehicular entrance continues to be from Main Street and closed at Wadsworth Street. (W2)
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic and pedestrians. (W1)
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- The pedestrian walkway will shift to the far sidewalk on Main Street at the north end of Wadsworth Street while crews finish installing a new raised crosswalk.
- Access to E53 ramp has shifted into the middle of Wadsworth Street at Amherst Street as crews work on the east sidewalk on Wadsworth. Signage will be posted directing pedestrians accordingly.
- Pedestrians are being directed to the crosswalk between Wadsworth and Amherst Streets adjacent to E52 and E51.
- Emergency access from E40 is being maintained.
Main Street
- A utility project is underway in the parking area south of Eastgate (E55) closing the Hermann Garage. The inner sidewalk is closed to pedestrians from Wadsworth to Main Street. The Main Street access to the Sloan Garage will remain open throughout construction. A Sloan drop off/pick-up space will be maintained.
- A new access driveway to Sloan Garage is currently under construction. Concrete sidewalks are placed and asphalt paving is underway. This will allow independent access to E62 (Sloan) and the garage without mixing with construction access for E55 demolition. (M2)
- At times crews will be working with alternating one-way lanes at the entrance and inside of the Sloan lot and entrance. A police detail will direct traffic. A vacuum truck could be used.
- The Main Street entrance to Hayward Street (Gate 1) is open to vehicles entering the underground loading dock at the grad tower at Site 4 (E37) and Site 5, 314 Main Street.
- During the weeks of 9/6 and 9/13, work will be taking place on the clocktower at 238 Main Street, closing the sidewalk east of the MBTA entrance to the corner of Wadsworth Street. The MBTA entrance will remain open and accessible at all times. (M3)
- Crews on a lift will be working on 238 Main Street windows and storefront, shifting pedestrians around the work zone.
- Pedestrian access to E37 continues from Main Street to Hayward Street.
- The pedestrian walkway will shift to the far sidewalk on Main Street at the north end of Wadsworth Street while crews install a new raised crosswalk.
- Gate 2 has been shifted south on Wadsworth Street and will continue to be used.
- MBTA riders need to use the station access facing Main Street. The back head house access and escalator are closed until Fall 2021 for construction of the interim headhouse in Phase 1 of the renovation and modernization of the headhouse leading to the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station. (M1)
- MBTA project deliveries will intermittently take place at a gate off Main Street near the MBTA station.
Hayward Street
- Only construction vehicles are allowed to enter Hayward Street from Amherst Street.
- Pedestrians and cyclists as an alternate to Wadsworth Street will use the walkway alongside the new plaza between Amherst and Main Streets. (H1)
- An MIT crew is working behind E40 on water pipes.
- Trucks are delivering soil, trees and crews are planting trees.
- The emergency generator and concrete pad between E40 and Site 4 will be removed the week of September 7th, causing intermittent noise.
Amherst Street
- The medical lot is open to MIT medical patients with pedestrian access along Amherst Street and to Carleton Street near the HP spaces.
- Gate 4 at Hayward Street continues to be a major entrance and exit for construction trucks and equipment.
Carleton Street
- Trucks and construction equipment will access the MBTA headhouse site. Concrete placements continues and cranes are on site.
- The new walkways to Dock and Main Streets and the MBTA Red Line station are open. Directional signage is in place.
General Construction Update
Site 1: 165 Main Street
- Sidewalk protection is being removed. Construction of the sidewalks will begin at the 165 Main entrance area. Pedestrian traffic will be shifted to the bike lane with bikes shifted to traffic lanes for the next 2 months.
- Penthouse equipment will continue to be tied-in.
- Drywall will be installed on residential floors.
- Installation of the podium unitized system is ongoing.
Site 2:
- A hoist for E55 demolition will be constructed on the south facade throughout the month of September.
Site 3:
- Fit-outs are underway inside the tower and 238 Main Street.
- Most material deliveries continue to the underground loading dock in and out of Main Street at Hayward Street with occasional deliveries through Gates 2 and 3.
Site 4:
- All material deliveries to the underground loading dock will continue to come in and out from Main Street.
Site 5: 314 Main Street
- Most deliveries take place at the underground loading dock.
- Interior fit out is underway.
Open Space
- Final landscaping is underway from Hayward to Wadsworth streets surrounding Site 3.
- The emergency generator and concrete pad between E40 and Site 4 will be removed the week of September 7th, causing intermittent noise.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Pedestrians and cyclists please beware of construction vehicles coming and going.
Wadsworth Street – Roadway Conditions into September
- The covered pedestrian walkway will be closed into September while crews work on a utility crossing. Pedestrians and cyclists will be directed to the Hayward Street sidewalk. Please follow the detour signage at Gate 2 to the far sidewalk and do not walk along the bike path. A vacuum truck creating noise will be used intermittently for this work.
- Pedestrian access is closed across the Eastgate/Sloan parking lot. Pedestrian access to/from the Sloan building and garage will be from Main Street. The Sloan and Eastgate lot vehicular entrance continues to be from Main Street and closed at Wadsworth Street. (W2)
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic and pedestrians. (W1)
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- The pedestrian walkway will shift to the far sidewalk on Main Street at Gate 2 while crews install a new raised crosswalk.
- Access to E53 ramp will shift into the middle of Wadsworth Street at Amherst Street as crews work on the east sidewalk on Wadsworth. Signage will be posted directing pedestrians accordingly.
- Pedestrians are being directed to the crosswalk between Wadsworth and Amherst Streets adjacent to E52 and E51.
- Emergency access from E40 is being maintained.
Main Street
- A utility project is underway in the parking area north of Eastgate (E55) closing the Hermann Garage. The inner sidewalk is closed to pedestrians from Wadsworth to Main Street. The Main Street access to the Sloan Garage will remain open throughout construction. A Sloan drop off/pick-up space will be maintained.
- (M2) A new access road to Sloan Garage is currently under construction. Concrete sidewalks will be placed and asphalt paving will take place this week. This will allow independent access to E62 (Sloan) and the garage without mixing with construction access for E55 demolition.
- At times crews will be working with alternating one-way lanes at the entrance and inside of the Sloan lot and entrance. A police detail will direct traffic. A vacuum truck could be used.
- The Main Street entrance to Hayward Street (Gate 1) is open to vehicles entering the underground loading dock at the grad tower at Site 4 (E37) and Site 5, 314 Main Street.
- Crews on a lift will be working on 238 Main Street windows and storefront, shifting pedestrians around the work zone.
- Pedestrian access to E37 continues from Main Street to Hayward Street.
- The pedestrian walkway will shift to the far sidewalk on Main Street at Gate 2 while crews install a new raised crosswalk.
- Gate 2 near Wadsworth Street will continue to be used.
- MBTA riders need to use the station access facing Main Street. The back head house access and escalator are closed until Fall 2021 for construction of the interim headhouse in Phase 1 of the renovation and modernization of the headhouse leading to the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station. (M1)
- MBTA project deliveries will intermittently take place at a gate off Main Street near the MBTA station.
- The MBTA project will be placing terrazzo inside of the Kendall Inbound Station. A barricade will be set up at the fare gates but access will not be impacted. Additional MBTA staff is on site to assist riders. This work is expected to continue until September 3rd.
Hayward Street
- Only construction vehicles are allowed to enter Hayward Street from Amherst Street.
- Pedestrians and cyclists as an alternate to Wadsworth Street will use the walkway alongside the new plaza between Amherst and Main Streets. (H1)
- An MIT crew is working behind E40 on water pipes.
- Trucks are delivering soil to prepare for fall tree planting season.
Amherst Street
- A chilled water pipe near the entrance to E40 is being repaired. The sidewalk is closed at Hayward and all need to enter E40 from Wadsworth Street. Trucks will be used to backfill and place concrete.
- The medical lot is open to MIT medical patients with pedestrian access along Amherst Street and to Carleton Street near the HP spaces.
- Gate 4 at Hayward Street continues to be a major entrance and exit for construction trucks and equipment.
Carleton Street
- Crews will be working on the north side of MIT Medical’s ambulance ramp closest to E25 and will be paving the week of August 23rd. All vehicles will be directed to use the one-way south entrance of the ambulance ramp for drop off and pick up.
- The north Medical ramp is closed
- Trucks and construction equipment will access the MBTA headhouse site. Concrete placements continues and cranes are on site.
- The new walkways to Dock and Main Streets and the MBTA Red Line station are open. Directional signage is in place.
General Construction Update
Site 1: 165 Main Street
- Sidewalk protection is being removed. Construction of the sidewalks will begin at the 165 Main entrance area. Pedestrian traffic will be shifted to the bike lane with bikes shifted to traffic lanes for the next 2 months.
- Penthouse equipment will continue to be tied-in.
- Drywall will be installed on residential floors.
- Installation of the podium unitized system is ongoing.
Site 3:
- Fit-outs are underway inside the tower and 238 Main Street.
- Most material deliveries continue to the underground loading dock in and out of Main Street at Hayward Street with occasional deliveries through Gates 2 and 3.
Site 4:
- All material deliveries to the underground loading dock will continue to come in and out from Main Street.
Site 5: 314 Main Street
- Most deliveries take place at the underground loading dock.
- Interior fit out is underway.
Open Space
- Final landscaping is underway from Hayward to Wadsworth streets surrounding Site 3.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Pedestrians and cyclists please beware of construction vehicles coming and going.
Wadsworth Street – Roadway Conditions into August
- The covered pedestrian walkway will be closed until the end of August while crews work on a utility crossing. Pedestrians and cyclists will be directed to the Hayward Street sidewalk. Please follow the detour signage at Gate 2 to the far sidewalk and do not walk along the bike path. A vacuum truck creating noise will be used intermittently for this work.
- Pedestrian access is closed across the Eastgate/Sloan parking lot. Pedestrian access to/from the Sloan building and garage will be from Main Street. The Sloan and Eastgate lot vehicular entrance continues to be from Main Street and closed at Wadsworth Street. (W2)
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic. (W1)
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- The pedestrian walkway will shift to the far sidewalk on Main Street at Gate 2 while crews install a new raised crosswalk.
- Pedestrians are being directed to the crosswalk between Wadsworth and Amherst Streets adjacent to E52 and E51.
- Emergency access from E40 is being maintained.
Main Street
- A utility project is underway in the parking area north of Eastgate (E55) closing the Hermann Garage. The inner sidewalk is closed to pedestrians from Wadsworth to Main Street. The Main Street access to the Sloan Garage will remain open throughout construction. A Sloan drop off/pick-up space will be maintained. (M2) A new access road to Sloan Garage is currently under construction. This will allow independent access to E62 (Sloan) and the garage without mixing with construction access for E55 demolition.
- At times crews will be working with alternating one-way lanes at the entrance and inside of the Sloan lot and entrance. A police detail will direct traffic. A vacuum truck could be used.
- The Main Street entrance to Hayward Street (Gate 1) is open to vehicles entering the underground loading dock at the grad tower at Site 4 (E37) and Site 5, 314 Main Street.
- Crews on a lift will be working on 238 Main Street windows and storefront, shifting pedestrians around the work zone.
- Pedestrian access to E37 continues from Main Street to Hayward Street.
- The pedestrian walkway will shift to the far sidewalk on Main Street at Gate 2 while crews install a new raised crosswalk.
- Gate 2 near Wadsworth Street will continue to be used.
- MBTA riders need to use the station access facing Main Street. The back head house access and escalator are closed until Fall 2021 for construction of the interim headhouse in Phase 1 of the renovation and modernization of the headhouse leading to the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station. (M1)
- MBTA project deliveries will intermittently take place at a gate off Main Street near the MBTA station.
Hayward Street
- Only construction vehicles are allowed to enter Hayward Street from Amherst Street.
- Pedestrians and cyclists as an alternate to Wadsworth Street will use the walkway alongside the new plaza between Amherst and Main Streets.
- An MIT crew is working behind E40 on water pipes.
Amherst Street
- A chilled water pipe near the entrance to E40 is being repaired. The sidewalk is closed at Hayward and all need to enter E40 from Wadsworth Street. Trucks will be used to backfill and place concrete.
- The medical lot is open to MIT medical patients with pedestrian access along Amherst Street and to Carleton Street near the HP spaces.
- Gate 4 at Hayward Street continues to be a major entrance and exit for construction trucks and equipment.
Carleton Street
- Crews will be working on the north side of MIT Medical’s ambulance ramp closest to E25. All vehicles will be directed to use the one-way south entrance of the ambulance ramp for drop off and pick up.
- The north Medical ramp is closed Trucks and construction equipment will access the MBTA headhouse site. Concrete placements continues and cranes are on site.
- The new walkways to Dock and Main Streets and the MBTA Red Line station are open. Directional signage is in place.
General Construction Update
Site 1: 165 Main Street
- Sidewalk protection is being removed. Construction of the sidewalks will begin at the 165 Main entrance area. Pedestrian traffic will be shifted to the bike lane with bikes shifted to traffic lanes for the next 2 months.
- Penthouse equipment will continue to be tied-in.
- Drywall will be installed on residential floors.
- Installation of the podium unitized system is ongoing.
- Interior layout is ongoing and approaching the highest floors.
Site 3:
- Exterior work continues at the Atrium.
- Concrete placements continue with trucks entering at Gates 1, 2, or 3.
- Occasional noisy work is underway inside 238 Main Street.
Site 4:
- All material deliveries to the underground loading dock will continue to come in and out from Main Street.
Site 5: 314 Main Street
- Most deliveries take place at the underground loading dock.
- Interior fit out is underway.
Open Space
- Final landscaping is underway from Hayward to Wadsworth streets surrounding Site 3.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Pedestrians and cyclists please beware of construction vehicles coming and going.
Wadsworth Street – Roadway Conditions into August
- The covered pedestrian walkway will be closed for approximately two weeks while crews work on a utility crossing. Pedestrians and cyclists will be directed to the Hayward Street sidewalk. Please follow the detour signage at Gate 2 to the far sidewalk and do not walk along the bike path. A vacuum truck creating noise will be used intermittently for this work.
- Pedestrian access is closed across the Eastgate/Sloan parking lot. Pedestrian access to/from the Sloan building and garage will be from Main Street. The Sloan and Eastgate lot vehicular entrance continues to be from Main Street and closed at Wadsworth Street. (W2)
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic. (W1)
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- The pedestrian walkway will shift to the far sidewalk on Main Street at Gate 2 while crews install a new raised crosswalk.
- Pedestrians are being to the crosswalk between Wadsworth and Amherst Streets adjacent to E52 and E51.
- Emergency access from E40 is being maintained.
Main Street
- A utility project is underway in the parking area north of Eastgate (E55) closing the Hermann Garage. The inner sidewalk is closed to pedestrians from Wadsworth to Main Street. The Main Street access to the Sloan Garage will remain open throughout construction. A Sloan drop off/pick-up space will be maintained. (M2)
- At times crews will be working with alternating one-way lanes at the entrance and inside of the Sloan lot and entrance. A police detail will direct traffic. A vacuum truck could be used.
- The Main Street entrance to Hayward Street (Gate 1) is open to vehicles entering the underground loading dock at the grad tower at Site 4 (E37) and Site 5, 314 Main Street.
- Crews on a lift will be working on 238 Main Street windows and storefront, shifting pedestrians around the work zone.
- Pedestrian access to E37 continues from Main Street to Hayward Street.
- The pedestrian walkway will shift to the far sidewalk on Main Street at Gate 2 while crews install a new raised crosswalk.
- Gate 2 near Wadsworth Street will continue to be used.
- MBTA riders need to use the station access facing Main Street. The back head house access and escalator are closed until Fall 2021 for construction of the interim headhouse in Phase 1 of the renovation and modernization of the headhouse leading to the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station. (M1)
- MBTA project deliveries will intermittently take place at a gate off Main Street near the MBTA station.
Hayward Street
- Only construction vehicles are allowed to enter Hayward Street from Amherst Street.
- Pedestrians and cyclists as an alternate to Wadsworth Street will use the walkway alongside the new plaza between Amherst and Main Streets.
- An MIT crew is working behind E40 on water pipes.
Amherst Street
- A chilled water pipe near the entrance to E40 is being repaired. The sidewalk is closed at Hayward and all need to enter E40 from Wadsworth Street. Trucks will be used to backfill and place concrete.
- The medical lot is open to MIT medical patients with pedestrian access along Amherst Street and to Carleton Street near the HP spaces.
- Gate 4 at Hayward Street continues to be a major entrance and exit for construction trucks and equipment.
- Cable work is underway in a zone near the Medical Lot entrance.
Carleton Street
- Crews will be working on the north side of MIT Medical’s ambulance ramp closest to E25. All vehicles will be directed to use the one-way south entrance of the ambulance ramp for drop off and pick up.
- The north Medical ramp is closed Trucks and construction equipment will access the MBTA headhouse site. Concrete placements continues and cranes are on site.
- The new walkways to Dock and Main Streets and the MBTA Red Line station are open. Directional signage is in place.
General Construction Update
Site 1: 165 Main Street
- Final curtainwall installation and glass finish work is ongoing.
- Penthouse equipment will continue to be tied-in.
- Drywall will be installed on residential floors.
- Installation of the podium unitized system is ongoing.
- Interior layout is ongoing and approaching the highest floors.
Site 3:
- Exterior work continues at the Atrium.
- Concrete placements continue with trucks entering at Gates 1, 2, or 3.
- Occasional noisy work is underway inside 238 Main Street.
Site 4:
- All material deliveries to the underground loading dock will continue to come in and out from Main Street.
Site 5: 314 Main Street
- Most deliveries take place at the underground loading dock.
- Interior fit out is underway.
Open Space
- Final landscaping is underway from Hayward to Wadsworth streets surrounding Site 3.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Pedestrians and cyclists please beware of construction vehicles coming and going.
Wadsworth Street – Roadway Conditions into July
- The covered pedestrian walkway will be closed for approximately three weeks while crews work on a utility crossing. Pedestrians and cyclists will be directed to the Hayward Street sidewalk. Please follow the detour signage at Gate 2 to the far sidewalk and do not walk along the bike path.
- Pedestrian access has been closed across the Eastgate/Sloan parking lot. Pedestrian access to/from the Sloan building and garage will be from Main Street. The Sloan and Eastgate lot vehicular entrance continues to be from Main Street and closed at Wadsworth Street. (W2)
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic. (W1)
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- The pedestrian walkway will shift to the far sidewalk on Main Street at Gate 2 while crews install a new raised crosswalk.
- Pedestrians may be redirected at the crosswalk between Wadsworth and Amherst Streets.
Main Street
- A utility project is underway in the parking area north of Eastgate (E55) closing the Hermann Garage. The inner sidewalk is closed to pedestrians from Wadsworth to Main Street. The Main Street access to the Sloan Garage will remain open throughout construction. A Sloan drop off/pick-up space will be maintained. (M2)
- At times crews will be working with alternating one-way lanes at the entrance and inside of the Sloan lot and entrance. A police detail will direct traffic. A vacuum truck could be used.
- The Main Street entrance to Hayward Street (Gate 1) is open to vehicles entering the underground loading dock at the grad tower at Site 4 (E37) and Site 5, 314 Main Street.
- Crews on a lift will be working on 238 Main Street windows and storefront, shifting pedestrians around the work zone.
- Pedestrian access to E37 continues from Main Street to Hayward Street.
- The pedestrian walkway will shift to the far sidewalk on Main Street at Gate 2 while crews install a new raised crosswalk.
- Gate 2 near Wadsworth Street will continue to be used.
- MBTA riders need to use the station access facing Main Street. The back head house access and escalator are closed until Fall 2021 for construction of the interim headhouse in Phase 1 of the renovation and modernization of the headhouse leading to the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station. (M1)
Hayward Street
- Only construction vehicles are allowed to enter Hayward Street from Amherst Street.
- Pedestrians and cyclists as an alternate to Wadsworth Street will use the walkway alongside the new plaza between Amherst and Main Streets.
- An MIT crew is working behind E40 on water pipes.
Amherst Street
- A chilled water pipe near the entrance to E40 is being repaired. The sidewalk is closed at Hayward and all need to enter E40 from Wadsworth Street. Trucks will be used to backfill and place concrete.
- The medical lot is open to MIT medical patients with pedestrian access along Amherst Street and to Carleton Street near the HP spaces.
- Gate 4 at Hayward Street continues to be a major entrance and exit for construction trucks and equipment.
- Cable work is underway in a zone near the Medical Lot entrance.
Carleton Street
- Trucks and construction equipment will access the MBTA headhouse site. Concrete placements continues and cranes are on site.
- The new walkways to Dock and Main Streets and the MBTA Red Line station are open. Directional signage is in place.
General Construction Update
Site 1: 165 Main Street
- Final curtainwall installation and glass finish work is ongoing.
- Penthouse equipment will continue to be tied-in.
- Drywall will be installed on residential floors 5-7.
- Installation of the podium unitized system is ongoing.
- Topping slab will be installed on level 4.
- Interior layout is ongoing and approaching the highest floors.
Site 3:
- Exterior work continues at the Atrium.
- Concrete placements continue with trucks entering at Gates 1, 2, or 3.
- Occasional noisy work is underway inside 238 Main Street.
Site 4:
- All material deliveries to the underground loading dock will continue to come in and out from Main Street.
Site 5: 314 Main Street
- Most deliveries take place at the underground loading dock.
- Interior fit out is underway.
Open Space
- Final landscaping is underway from Hayward to Wadsworth streets surrounding Site 3.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Pedestrians and cyclists please beware of construction vehicles coming and going.
Wadsworth Street – Roadway Conditions into July
- Wadsworth Street base paving will take place on Monday, June 28th inside the site with equipment entering Gate 3.
- Pedestrian access has been closed across the Eastgate/Sloan parking lot. Pedestrian access to/from the Sloan building and garage will be from Main Street. The Sloan and Eastgate lot vehicular entrance continues to be from Main Street and closed at Wadsworth Street. (W2)
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic. (W1)
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- The pedestrian walkway will shift into the bike lane on Main Street at Gate 2 while crews install a new raised crosswalk. Also, pedestrians in the covered walkway will shift around the work at the south end of the pedestrian walkway.
- Pedestrians may be redirected at the crosswalk between Wadsworth and Amherst Streets.
- Bicycles must be walked on the shared covered walkway.
Main Street
- A utility project is underway in the parking area north of Eastgate (E55) closing the Hermann Garage. The inner sidewalk is closed to pedestrians from Wadsworth to Main Street. The Main Street access to the Sloan Garage will remain open throughout construction. A Sloan drop off/pick-up space will be maintained. (M2)
- At times crews will be working with alternating one-way lanes at the entrance and inside of the Sloan lot and entrance. A police detail will direct traffic. A vacuum truck could be used.
- A section of temporary sidewalk has been installed from Wadsworth Street east.
- The Main Street entrance to Hayward Street (Gate 1) is open to vehicles entering the underground loading dock at the grad tower at Site 4 (E37) and Site 5, 314 Main Street.
- Crews on a lift will be working on 238 Main Street windows and storefront, shifting pedestrians around the work zone.
- Pedestrian access to E37 continues from Main Street to Hayward Street.
- The pedestrian walkway will shift into the bike lane on Main Street at Gate 2 while crews install a new raised crosswalk.
- Gate 2 near Wadsworth Street will continue to be used.
- MBTA riders need to use the station access facing Main Street. The back head house access and escalator are closed until Fall 2021 for construction of the interim headhouse in Phase 1 of the renovation and modernization of the headhouse leading to the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station. (M1)
Hayward Street
- Only construction vehicles are allowed to enter Hayward Street from Amherst Street.
- A pedestrian walkway opened alongside the new plaza between Amherst and Main Streets.
- An MIT crew is working behind E40 on water pipes.
Amherst Street
- A chilled water pipe near the entrance to E40 is being repaired. The sidewalk is closed at Hayward and all need to enter E40 from Wadsworth Street. Trucks will be used to backfill and place concrete.
- The medical lot is open to MIT medical patients with pedestrian access along Amherst Street and to Carleton Street near the HP spaces.
- Gate 4 at Hayward Street continues to be a major entrance and exit for construction trucks and equipment.
- The ramp to the E40 Muckley loading dock remains closed. All cart deliveries to E40 will enter E51 and take the pedestrian bridge to the 3rd floor of E40.
Carleton Street
- Trucks and construction equipment will access the MBTA headhouse site. Concrete placements continues and cranes are on site.
- The new walkways to Dock and Main Streets and the MBTA Red Line station are open. Directional signage is in place.
General Construction Update
Site 1: 165 Main Street
- Final curtainwall installation and glass finish work is ongoing.
- Penthouse equipment will continue to be tied-in.
- Drywall will be installed on residential floors 5-7.
- Installation of the podium unitized system is ongoing.
- Topping slab will be installed on level 4.
- Interior layout is ongoing and approaching the highest floors.
Site 3:
- Exterior work continues at the Atrium.
- Concrete placements continue with trucks entering at Gates 1, 2, or 3.
- Occasional noisy work is underway inside 238 Main Street.
Site 4:
- All material deliveries to the underground loading dock will continue to come in and out from Main Street.
Site 5: 314 Main Street
- Most deliveries take place at the underground loading dock.
- Interior fit out is underway.
Open Space
- Final landscaping is underway from Hayward to Wadsworth streets surrounding Site 3.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Pedestrians and cyclists please beware of construction vehicles coming and going.
Wadsworth Street – Roadway Conditions into June
- Pedestrian access has been closed across the Eastgate/Sloan parking lot. Pedestrian access to/from the Sloan building and garage will be from Main Street. The Sloan and Eastgate lot vehicular entrance continues to be from Main Street and closed at Wadsworth Street. (W2)
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic. (W1)
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- The pedestrian walkway may be closed between Wadsworth and Amherst Streets.
- Bicycles must be walked on the shared covered walkway.
Main Street
- A utility project is underway in the parking area north of Eastgate (E55) closing the Hermann Garage. The inner sidewalk is closed to pedestrians from Wadsworth to Main Street. The Main Street access to the Sloan Garage will remain open throughout construction. A Sloan drop off/pick-up space will be maintained. (M2)
- At times crews will be working with alternating one-way lanes at the entrance and inside of the Sloan lot and entrance. A police detail will direct traffic. A vacuum truck could be used.
- The Main Street entrance to Hayward Street (Gate 1) is open to vehicles entering the underground loading dock at the grad tower at Site 4 (E37) and Site 5, 314 Main Street.
- Crews on a lift will be working on 238 Main Street windows, shifting pedestrians around the work zone.
- Pedestrian access to E37 continues from Main Street to Hayward Street.
- Gate 2 near Wadsworth Street will continue to be used.
- An excavator and flatbed will be used adjacent to the Inbound MBTA entrance to remove construction material. Pedestrians will be routed around the work zone. A police detail will be in place to direct pedestrians and traffic.
- MBTA riders need to use the station access facing Main Street. The back head house access and escalator are closed until Fall 2021 for construction of the interim headhouse in Phase 1 of the renovation and modernization of the headhouse leading to the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station. (M1)
Hayward Street
- Only construction vehicles are allowed to enter Hayward Street from Amherst Street.
- A pedestrian walkway opened alongside the new plaza between Amherst and Main Streets.
- An MIT crew is working behind E40 on water pipes.
Amherst Street
- A chilled water pipe near the entrance to E40 will be repaired. The sidewalk will be closed at Wadsworth; all will need to enter E40 from Hayward Street. A vacuum truck will be used.
- The medical lot is open to MIT medical patients with pedestrian access along Amherst Street and to Carleton Street near the HP spaces.
- Trees and ground plantings are being installed on the Medical lot islands, possibly using a space or two.
- Gate 4 at Hayward Street continues to be a major entrance and exit for construction trucks and equipment.
- The ramp to the E40 Muckley loading dock remains closed. All cart deliveries to E40 will enter E51 and take the pedestrian bridge to the 3rd floor of E40.
Carleton Street
- The MBTA Project will be placing concrete Monday, June 14th with a special noise variance from the City of Cambridge starting at 4:00 AM through the evening via Carleton Street. A temporary barricade will be installed along the truck route to direct pedestrians. A police detail will be present at the corner of Amherst and Carleton Street.
- Trucks and construction equipment will access the MBTA headhouse site. Soil hauling and concrete placement continues.
- Crews are completing final landscaping including concrete placement and paving in the former power yard in the northwest corner of the Medical Lot. Another HP parking space will be installed.
- Trucks continue to deliver, stage and plant spring plantings including more than 100 trees and plants will in the open space areas.
- The new walkways to Dock and Main Streets and the MBTA Red Line station are open. Directional signage is in place.
General Construction Update
Site 1: 165 Main Street
- Final curtainwall installation and glass finish work is ongoing.
- Penthouse equipment will continue to be tied-in.
- Drywall will be installed on residential floors 5-7.
- Installation of the podium unitized system is ongoing.
- Topping slab will be installed on level 4.
- Interior layout is ongoing and approaching the highest floors.
Site 3:
- Exterior work continues at the Atrium with a crane on site at Wadsworth on June 12th.
- Concrete placements continue with trucks entering at Gates 1, 2, or 3.
- Occasional noisy work is underway inside 238 Main Street.
Site 4:
- All material deliveries to the underground loading dock will continue to come in and out from Main Street.
Site 5: 314 Main Street
- Most deliveries take place at the underground loading dock.
- Interior fit out is underway.
Open Space
- Plantings continue near E25 and Charlottes Way and continue into the Open Space area behind the Grad Tower at Site 4.
- Work is underway bordering Site 3 off Hayward Street.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Pedestrians and cyclists please beware of construction vehicles coming and going.
Wadsworth Street – Roadway Conditions into June
- Pedestrian access has been closed across the Eastgate/Sloan parking lot. Pedestrian access to/from the Sloan building and garage will be from Main Street. The Sloan and Eastgate lot vehicular entrance continues to be from Main Street and closed at Wadsworth Street. (W2)
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic. (W1)
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- The pedestrian walkway may be closed between Wadsworth and Amherst Streets.
- Bicycles must be walked on the shared covered walkway.
Main Street
- A utility project is underway in the parking area north of Eastgate (E55) closing the Hermann Garage. The inner sidewalk is closed to pedestrians from Wadsworth to Main Street. The Main Street access to the Sloan Garage will remain open throughout construction. A Sloan drop off/pick-up space will be maintained. (M2)
- At times crews will be working with alternating one-way lanes at the entrance and inside of the Sloan lot and entrance. A police detail will direct traffic. A vacuum truck could be used.
- The Main Street entrance to Hayward Street (Gate 1) is open to vehicles entering the underground loading dock at the grad tower at Site 4 (E37) and Site 5, 314 Main Street.
- Crews on a lift will be working on 238 Main Street windows, shifting pedestrians around the work zone.
- Pedestrian access to E37 continues from Main Street to Hayward Street.
- Gate 2 near Wadsworth Street will continue to be used.
- MBTA riders need to use the station access facing Main Street. The back head house access and escalator are closed until Fall 2021 for construction of the interim headhouse in Phase 1 of the renovation and modernization of the headhouse leading to the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station. (M1)
Hayward Street
- Only construction vehicles are allowed to enter Hayward Street from Amherst Street.
- A pedestrian walkway opened alongside the new plaza between Amherst and Main Streets.
- An MIT crew is working behind E40 on water pipes.
Amherst Street
- A chilled water pipe near the entrance to E40 will be repaired. The sidewalk will be closed at Wadsworth; all will need to enter E40 from Hayward Street. A vacuum truck will be used.
- The medical lot is open to MIT medical patients with pedestrian access along Amherst Street and to Carleton Street near the HP spaces.
- Trees and ground plantings are being installed on the Medical lot islands, possibly using a space or two.
- Gate 4 at Hayward Street continues to be a major entrance and exit for construction trucks and equipment.
- The ramp to the E40 Muckley loading dock remains closed. All cart deliveries to E40 will enter E51 and take the pedestrian bridge to the 3rd floor of E40.
Carleton Street
- Trucks and construction equipment will access the MBTA headhouse site. Soil hauling and concrete placement continues.
- Crews are completing final landscaping including concrete placement and paving in the former power yard in the northwest corner of the Medical Lot. Another HP parking space will be installed.
- Trucks continue to deliver, stage and plant spring plantings including more than 100 trees and plants will in the open space areas.
- The new walkways to Dock and Main Streets and the MBTA Red Line station are open. Directional signage is in place.
General Construction Update
Site 1: 165 Main Street
- Final curtainwall installation and glass finish work is ongoing.
- Penthouse equipment will continue to be tied-in.
- Drywall will be installed on residential floors 5-7.
- Installation of the podium unitized system is ongoing.
- Topping slab will be installed on level 4.
- Interior layout is ongoing and approaching the highest floors.
Site 3:
- Exterior work continues with facade infill work at the hoist area on Wadsworth.
- Concrete placements continue with trucks entering at Gates 1, 2, or 3.
- Occasional noisy work is underway inside 238 Main Street with interior demolition, steel installation and window replacement.
Site 4:
- All material deliveries to the underground loading dock will continue to come in and out from Main Street.
Site 5: 314 Main Street
- Most deliveries take place at the underground loading dock.
- Interior fit out is underway.
Open Space
- Plantings continue near E25 and Charlottes Way and continue into the Open Space area behind the Grad Tower at Site 4.
- Work is underway bordering Site 3 off Hayward Street.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Pedestrians and cyclists please beware of construction vehicles coming and going.
Wadsworth Street – Roadway Conditions Through May
- Pedestrian access has been closed across the Eastgate/Sloan parking lot. Pedestrian access to/from the Sloan building and garage will be from Main Street. The Sloan and Eastgate lot vehicular entrance continues to be from Main Street and closed at Wadsworth Street. (W2)
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic. (W1)
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- The pedestrian walkway may be closed between Wadsworth and Amherst Streets on Saturday, May 22nd.
- Bicycles must be walked on the shared covered walkway.
- A vacuum truck will be operating behind the construction fence with trucks entering at Gate 3 at Amherst Street.
Main Street
- A utility project is underway in the parking area north of Eastgate (E55) closing the Hermann Garage. The inner sidewalk is closed to pedestrians from Wadsworth to Main Street. The Main Street access to the Sloan Garage will remain open throughout construction. A Sloan drop off/pick-up space will be maintained. (M2)
- On Saturday, May 22nd, crews will be working with alternating one-way lanes at the entrance of the Sloan garage. A police detail will direct traffic.
- The Main Street entrance to Hayward Street (Gate 1) is open to vehicles entering the underground loading dock at the grad tower at Site 4 (E37) and Site 5, 314 Main Street.
- Crews on a lift will be working on 238 Main Street windows, shifting pedestrians around the work zone.
- Pedestrian access to E37 continues from Main Street to Hayward Street.
- Gate 2 near Wadsworth Street will continue to be used.
- MBTA riders need to use the station access facing Main Street. The back head house access and escalator are closed until Fall 2021 for construction of the interim headhouse in Phase 1 of the renovation and modernization of the headhouse leading to the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station. (M1)
Hayward Street
- Only construction vehicles are allowed to enter Hayward Street from Amherst Street.
- A pedestrian walkway opened alongside the new plaza between Amherst and Main Streets.
- An MIT crew is working behind E40 on water pipes.
Amherst Street
- The medical lot is open to MIT medical patients with pedestrian access along Amherst Street and to Carleton Street near the HP spaces.
- Trees and ground plantings are being installed on the Medical lot islands, possibly using a space or two.
- Gate 4 at Hayward Street continues to be a major entrance and exit for construction trucks and equipment.
- The ramp to the E40 Muckley loading dock remains closed. All cart deliveries to E40 will enter E51 and take the pedestrian bridge to the 3rd floor of E40.
Carleton Street
- Trucks and construction equipment will access the MBTA headhouse site. Soil hauling and concrete placement continues.
- Crews are completing final landscaping including concrete placement and paving in the former power yard in the northwest corner of the Medical Lot. Another HP parking space will be installed.
- Trucks continue to deliver, stage and plant spring plantings including more than 100 trees and plants will in the open space areas.
- The new walkways to Dock and Main Streets and the MBTA Red Line station are open. Directional signage is in place.
General Construction Update
Site 1: 165 Main Street
- Glass deliveries continue at the hoist off Broad Canal.
- Installation of curtainwall is ongoing above the 21st floor.
- Unit framing and MEP (mechanical, electrical, and plumbing) activities continues above the 4th floor .
Site 3:
- Exterior work continues with facade infill work at the hoist area on Wadsworth.
- Concrete placements continue with trucks entering at Gates 1, 2, or 3.
- Occasional noisy work is underway inside 238 Main Street with interior demolition, steel installation and window replacement.
Site 4:
- All material deliveries to the underground loading dock will continue to come in and out from Main Street.
Site 5: 314 Main Street
- Most deliveries take place at the underground loading dock.
- Interior fit out is underway.
Open Space
- Plantings continue near E25 and Charlottes Way and continue into the Open Space area behind the Grad Tower at Site 4.
- Work is underway bordering Site 3 off Hayward Street.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Pedestrians and cyclists please beware of construction vehicles coming and going.
Wadsworth Street – Roadway Conditions Through May
- Pedestrian access will be closed across the Eastgate/Sloan parking lot. Pedestrian access to/from the Sloan building and garage will be from Main Street. The Sloan and Eastgate lot vehicular entrance continues to be from Main Street and closed at Wadsworth Street. (W2)
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic. (W1)
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- Bicycles must be walked on the shared covered walkway.
- A vacuum truck will be operating behind the construction fence with trucks entering at Gate 2 at Main Street.
Main Street
- A utility project is underway in the parking area north of Eastgate (E55) closing the Hermann Garage. The inner sidewalk is closed to pedestrians from Wadsworth to Main Street. The Main Street access to the Sloan Garage will remain open throughout construction. A Sloan drop off/pick-up space will be maintained. (M2)
- On Saturday, May 8th and Monday, May 10th, crews will be working with alternating one-way lanes at the entrance of the Sloan driveway. A police detail will direct traffic.
- The Main Street entrance to Hayward Street (Gate 1) is open to vehicles entering the underground loading dock at the grad tower at Site 4 (E37) and Site 5, 314 Main Street.
- Crews on a lift will be working on 238 Main Street windows, shifting pedestrians around the work zone.
- Pedestrian access to E37 continues from Main Street to Hayward Street.
- Gate 2 near Wadsworth Street will continue to be used.
- MBTA riders need to use the station access facing Main Street. The back head house access and escalator are closed until Fall 2021 for construction of the interim headhouse in Phase 1 of the renovation and modernization of the headhouse leading to the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station. (M1)
Hayward Street
- Only construction vehicles are allowed to enter Hayward Street from Amherst Street.
- A pedestrian walkway opened alongside the new plaza between Amherst and Main Streets.
- An MIT crew is working behind E40 on water pipes.
Amherst Street
- The medical lot is open to MIT medical patients with pedestrian access along Amherst Street and to Carleton Street near the HP spaces.
- Trees and ground plantings are being installed on the Medical lot islands, possibly using a space or two.
- Gate 4 at Hayward Street continues to be a major entrance and exit for construction trucks and equipment.
- The ramp to the E40 Muckley loading dock remains closed. All cart deliveries to E40 will enter E51 and take the pedestrian bridge to the 3rd floor of E40.
Carleton Street
- Trucks and construction equipment will access the MBTA headhouse site. Soil hauling and concrete placement continues.
- Crews are completing final landscaping including concrete placement and paving in the former power yard in the northwest corner of the Medical Lot. Another HP parking space will be installed.
- Trucks continue to deliver, stage and plant spring plantings including more than 100 trees and plants will in the open space areas.
- The new walkways to Dock and Main Streets and the MBTA Red Line station are open. Directional signage is in place.
General Construction Update
Site 1: 165 Main Street
- Glass deliveries continue at the hoist off Broad Canal.
- Installation of curtainwall is ongoing above the 21st floor.
- Unit framing and MEP (mechanical, electrical, and plumbing) activities continues above the 4th floor .
Site 3:
- Exterior work continues with facade infill work at the hoist area on Wadsworth.
- Concrete placements continue with trucks entering at Gates 1, 2, or 3.
- Occasional noisy work is underway inside 238 Main Street with interior demolition, steel installation and window replacement.
Site 4:
- All material deliveries to the underground loading dock will continue to come in and out from Main Street.
Site 5: 314 Main Street
- Most deliveries take place at the underground loading dock.
- Interior fit out is underway.
Open Space
- Plantings continue near E25 and Charlottes Way and continue into the Open Space area behind the Grad Tower at Site 4.
- Work is underway bordering Site 3 off Hayward Street.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Pedestrians and cyclists please beware of construction vehicles coming and going.
Wadsworth Street – Roadway Conditions Through April
- Pedestrian access will be closed across the Eastgate/Sloan parking lot. Pedestrian access to/from the Sloan building and garage will be from Main Street. The Sloan and Eastgate lot vehicular entrance continues to be from Main Street and closed at Wadsworth Street. (W2)
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic. (W1)
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- Bicycles must be walked on the shared covered walkway.
- A crane will be operating behind the construction fence with trucks entering at Gate 2 at Main Street.
Main Street
- A utility project will start April 20th in the parking area north of Eastgate (E55) closing the Hermann Garage. The Main Street access to the Sloan Garage will remain open throughout construction. A Sloan drop off/pick-up space will be maintained. (M2)
- The Main Street entrance to Hayward Street (Gate 1) is open to vehicles entering the underground loading dock at the grad tower at Site 4 (E37) and Site 5, 314 Main Street.
- Crews on a lift will be working on 238 Main Street windows, shifting pedestrians around the work zone.
- Pedestrian access to E37 continues from Main Street to Hayward Street.
- Gate 2 near Wadsworth Street will continue to be used.
- MBTA riders need to use the station access facing Main Street. The back head house access and escalator are closed until Fall 2021 for construction of the interim headhouse in Phase 1 of the renovation and modernization of the headhouse leading to the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station. (M1)
Hayward Street
- Only construction vehicles are allowed to enter Hayward Street from Amherst Street.
- A pedestrian walkway opened alongside the new plaza between Amherst and Main Streets.
- An MIT crew is working behind E40 on water pipes.
Amherst Street
- The medical lot is open to MIT medical patients with pedestrian access along Amherst Street and to Carleton Street near the HP spaces.
- Gate 4 at Hayward Street continues to be a major entrance and exit for construction trucks and equipment.
- The ramp to the E40 Muckley loading dock remains closed. All cart deliveries to E40 will enter E51 and take the pedestrian bridge to the 3rd floor of E40.
Carleton Street
- Trucks and construction equipment will access the MBTA headhouse site. Soil hauling continues.
- Paving will take place on the Medical ambulance ramp on Saturday, April 17th.
- The entrance at E25 is closed into April for installation of final landscaping.
- Trucks continue to deliver, stage and plant spring plantings including more than 100 trees and plants will in the open space areas.
- The new walkways to Dock and Main Streets and the MBTA Red Line station are open. Directional signage is in place.
General Construction Update
Hayward Garage:
- The project has been completed and the certificate of occupancy has been acquired.
Site 1: 165 Main Street
- Glass deliveries continue at the hoist off Broad Canal.
- Installation of curtainwall is ongoing above the 21st floor.
- Unit framing and MEP (mechanical, electrical, and plumbing) activities continues above the 4th floor .
Site 3:
- Exterior work continues with facade infill work at the hoist area on Wadsworth.
- Concrete placements continue with trucks entering at Gates 1, 2, or 3.
- Occasional noisy work is underway inside 238 Main Street with interior demolition, steel installation and window replacement.
Site 4:
- All material deliveries to the underground loading dock will continue to come in and out from Main Street.
Site 5: 314 Main Street
- Most deliveries take place at the underground loading dock.
- Interior fit out is underway.
- Exterior punchlist work continues.
Open Space
- Tree planting will begin near E25 and Charlottes Way and continue into the Open Space area behind the Grad Tower at Site 4 throughout April.
- Work is underway bordering Site 3 off Hayward Street.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Pedestrians and cyclists please beware of construction vehicles coming and going.
Wadsworth Street – Roadway Conditions into April
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic. (W1) The Sloan and Eastgate lot entrance is closed at Wadsworth Street.
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- Bicycles must be walked on the shared covered walkway.
- A crane will be operating behind the construction fence with trucks entering at Gate 2 at Main Street.
Main Street
- The Main Street entrance to Hayward Street (Gate 1) is open to vehicles entering the underground loading dock at the grad tower at Site 4 (E37) and Site 5, 314 Main Street.
- Crews on a lift will be working on 238 Main Street windows, shifting pedestrians around the work zone.
- Pedestrian access to E37 continues from Main Street to Hayward Street.
- Gate 2 near Wadsworth Street will continue to be used.
- MBTA riders need to use the station access facing Main Street. The back head house access and escalator are closed until Fall 2021 for construction of the interim headhouse in Phase 1 of the renovation and modernization of the headhouse leading to the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station. (M1)
Hayward Street
- Only construction vehicles are allowed to enter Hayward Street from Amherst Street.
- A pedestrian walkway opened alongside the new plaza between Amherst and Main Streets.
- An MIT crew are working behind E40 on water pipes.
Amherst Street
- The medical lot is open to MIT medical patients with pedestrian access along Amherst Street and to Carleton Street near the HP spaces.
- Gate 4 at Hayward Street continues to be a major entrance and exit for construction trucks and equipment.
- The ramp to the E40 Muckley loading dock remains closed. All cart deliveries to E40 will enter E51 and take the pedestrian bridge to the 3rd floor of E40.
Carleton Street
- Trucks and construction equipment will access the MBTA headhouse site. Soil hauling continues.
- Paving preparation and sidewalk installation including some noisy jackhammering will take place on the Medical ambulance ramp with paving set for Saturday, April 10th.
- The entrance at E25 is closed into April for installation of final landscaping.
- Trucks will be delivering spring plantings including more than 100 trees will be delivered, staged and planted in the open space areas.
- The new walkways to Dock and Main Streets and the MBTA Red Line station are open. Directional signage is in place.
General Construction Update
Hayward Garage:
- The project has been completed and the certificate of occupancy has been acquired.
Site 1: 165 Main Street
- Glass deliveries continue at the hoist off Broad Canal.
- Installation of curtainwall is ongoing above the 17th floor.
- Unit framing and MEP (mechanical, electrical, and plumbing) activities continues above the 4th floor .
Site 3:
- Exterior work continues with facade infill work at the hoist area on Wadsworth.
- Concrete placements continue with trucks entering at Gates 1, 2, or 3.
- Occasional noisy work is underway inside 238 Main Street with interior demolition, steel installation and window replacement.
Site 4:
- All material deliveries to the underground loading dock will continue to come in from Main Street and exit at Amherst Street.
Site 5: 314 Main Street
- Most deliveries take place at the underground loading dock.
- Interior fit out is underway.
- Exterior punchlist work continues.
Open Space
- Tree planting will begin near E25 and Charlottes Way and continue into the Open Space area behind the Grad Tower at Site 4 throughout April.
- Work is underway bordering Site 3 off Hayward Street.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Pedestrians and cyclists please beware of construction vehicles coming and going.
Wadsworth Street – Roadway Conditions into April
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic. (W1) The Sloan and Eastgate lot entrance is closed at Wadsworth Street.
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- Bicycles must be walked on the shared covered walkway.
- Test pits near Gate 3 will be conducted the week of March 22nd with a vacuum truck, which will create noise.
Main Street
- The Main Street entrance to Hayward Street (Gate 1) is open to vehicles entering the underground loading dock at the grad tower at Site 4 (E37) and Site 5, 314 Main Street.
- Pedestrian access to E37 continues from Main Street to Hayward Street.
- Gate 2 near Wadsworth Street will continue to be used.
- MBTA riders need to use the station access facing Main Street. The back head house access and escalator are closed until Fall 2021 for construction of the interim headhouse in Phase 1 of the renovation and modernization of the headhouse leading to the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station. (M1)
- Crews will be working the week of March 22nd to remove netting from the front of 238 Main Street, shifting pedestrians around the work zone.
Hayward Street
- Only construction vehicles are allowed to enter Hayward Street from Amherst Street.
- A pedestrian walkway opened alongside the new plaza between Amherst and Main Streets.
- An MIT crew are working behind E40 on water pipes.
Amherst Street
- The medical lot is open to MIT medical patients with pedestrian access along Amherst Street and to Carleton Street near the HP spaces.
- Gate 4 at Hayward Street continues to be a major entrance and exit for construction trucks and equipment.
- The catering ramp to the E40 Muckley loading dock remains closed. All cart deliveries to E40 will enter E51 and take the pedestrian bridge to the 3rd floor of E40.
Carleton Street
- Trucks and construction equipment will access the MBTA headhouse site. Soil hauling continues.
- The entrance at E25 is closed into April for installation of final landscaping.
- The new walkways to Dock and Main Streets and the MBTA Red Line station are open. Directional signage is in place.
General Construction Update
Hayward Garage:
- The project has been completed and the certificate of occupancy has been acquired.
Site 1: 165 Main Street
- Glass deliveries continue at the hoist off Broad Canal.
- Installation of curtainwall is ongoing above the 15th floor.
- Unit framing and MEP (mechanical, electrical, and plumbing) activities continues above the 4th floor .
Site 3:
- A crane will be on Wadsworth to assist with interior work with trucks entering at Gate 2 on Main Street.
- Exterior work continues with facade infill work at the hoist area on Wadsworth and at the atrium soffit.
- Concrete placements continue with trucks entering at Gates 1, 2, or 3.
- Occasional noisy work is underway inside 238 Main Street with interior demolition, steel installation and window replacement.
Site 4:
- All material deliveries to the underground loading dock will continue to come in from Main Street and exit at Amherst Street.
Site 5: 314 Main Street
- Most deliveries take place at the underground loading dock.
- Interior fit out is underway.
- Exterior punchlist work continues.
Open Space
- Tree planting will begin near E25 and Charlottes Way and continue into the Open Space area behind the Grad Tower at Site 4 throughout April.
- Work is underway bordering Site 3 off Hayward Street.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Pedestrians and cyclists please beware of construction vehicles coming and going.
Wadsworth Street – Roadway Conditions into March
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic. (W1) The Sloan and Eastgate lot entrance is closed at Wadsworth Street.
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- Bicycles must be walked on the shared covered walkway.
- Gate 3 near the Muckley Building will be used.
Main Street
- Main Street will be closed for tower crane removal by a neighboring project 325 Main Street at 2 am on Saturday, March 6 through 4 am Monday, March 8.
- The Main Street entrance to Hayward Street (Gate 1) is open to vehicles entering the underground loading dock at the grad tower at Site 4 (E37) and Site 5, 314 Main Street.
- Pedestrian access to E37 continues from Main Street to Hayward Street.
- Gate 2 near Wadsworth Street will continue to be used.
- MBTA riders need to use the station access facing Main Street. The back head house access and escalator are closed until Fall 2021 for construction of the interim headhouse in Phase 1 of the renovation and modernization of the headhouse leading to the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station. (M1)
- Crews eventually will be working on the sidewalk in front of 238 Main Street, shifting pedestrian access across the street.
Hayward Street
- Only construction vehicles are allowed to enter Hayward Street from Amherst Street.
- A pedestrian walkway opened alongside the new plaza between Amherst and Main Streets.
Amherst Street
- The medical lot is open to MIT medical patients with pedestrian access along Amherst Street and to Carleton Street near the HP spaces.
- Gate 4 at Hayward Street continues to be a major entrance and exit for construction trucks and equipment.
- The catering ramp to the E40 Muckley loading dock remains closed. All cart deliveries to E40 will enter E51 and take the pedestrian bridge to the 3rd floor of E40.
Carleton Street
- Trucks and construction equipment will access the MBTA headhouse site. Soil hauling continues.
- The walkway and entrance at E25 is closed into March for installation of final landscaping. The temporary walkway along Charlotte’s Way is closed, an emergency door from E25 and a route out of the site are available.
- The new walkways to Dock and Main Streets and the MBTA Red Line station are open. Directional signage is in place.
General Construction Update
Hayward Garage:
- The project has been completed and the certificate of occupancy has been acquired.
Site 1: 165 Main Street
- Dismantling of the tower crane will take place, with glass deliveries continuing at the hoist off Broad Canal.
- Installation of curtainwall is ongoing through Level 15.
- Concrete pours have been completed on all floors.
- Unit framing and MEP (mechanical, electrical, and plumbing) activities will begin on Level 4.
Site 3:
- Exterior work continues with facade infill work at the hoist area on Wadsworth and at the atrium soffit.
- Concrete placements continue with trucks entering at Gates 1, 2, or 3.
- Low roofing work could produce odors.
- Occasional noisy work is underway inside 238 Main Street with interior demolition, steel installation and window replacement.
Site 4:
- All material deliveries to the underground loading dock will continue to come in from Main Street and exit at Amherst Street.
Site 5: 314 Main Street
- Most deliveries take place at the underground loading dock.
- Interior fit out is underway.
- Exterior punchlist work continues.
Open Space
- Paver and concrete sidewalk installation is ongoing at E25/Charlotte’s Way.
- Work is underway bordering Site 3 off Hayward Street.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Pedestrians and cyclists please beware of construction vehicles coming and going.
Wadsworth Street – Roadway Conditions into March
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic. (W1) The Sloan and Eastgate lot entrance is closed at Wadsworth Street.
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- Bicycles must be walked on the shared covered walkway.
- Gate 3 near the Muckley Building will be heavily used.
Main Street
- The Main Street entrance to Hayward Street (Gate 1) is open to vehicles entering the underground loading dock at the grad tower at Site 4 (E37) and Site 5, 314 Main Street. On Saturday, February 27 a crane will be set up preventing deliveries from 9:00 am to noon.
- Pedestrian access to E37 continues from Main Street to Hayward Street.
- Gate 2 near Wadsworth Street will continue to be used.
- Bike rack install will take place in front of the grad tower at Site 4, E37, and E38.
- MBTA riders need to use the station access facing Main Street. The back head house access and escalator are closed until Fall 2021 for construction of the interim headhouse in Phase 1 of the renovation and modernization of the headhouse leading to the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station. (M1)
- Crews will be working on the sidewalk in front of 238 Main Street, shifting pedestrian access across the street.
Hayward Street
- Only construction vehicles are allowed to enter Hayward Street from Amherst Street.
- A pedestrian walkway opened alongside the new plaza between Amherst and Main Streets.
Amherst Street
- The medical lot is open to MIT medical patients with pedestrian access along Amherst Street and to Carleton Street near the HP spaces.
- Gate 4 at Hayward Street continues to be a major entrance and exit for construction trucks and equipment.
- The catering ramp to the E40 Muckley loading dock remains closed. All cart deliveries to E40 will enter E51 and take the pedestrian bridge to the 3rd floor of E40.
Carleton Street
- Trucks and construction equipment will access the MBTA headhouse site. Soil hauling continues.
- The walkway and entrance at E25 is closed into March for demolition and installation of final landscaping. The temporary walkway along Charlotte’s Way is closed, an emergency door from E25 and a route out of the site are available. Noise is expected, and concrete trucks will be in use in the area.
- The new walkways to Dock and Main Streets and the MBTA Red Line station are open. Directional signage is in place.
General Construction Update
Hayward Garage:
- The project has been completed and the certificate of occupancy has been acquired.
Site 1: 165 Main Street
- Steel topping off complete. Steel detailing continues.
- Concrete continues being placed.
- Curtainwall installation continues.
- MEP work progressing to the upper half of the building. A
Site 3:
- Exterior work continues at the roof, the atrium and bridge between the tower and 238 Main Street building.
- Concrete placements continue with trucks entering at Gates 1, 2, or 3.
- The hoist and loading dock are operating from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM on Wadsworth Street through February 26.
- On Saturday, February 27 through March 5 a crane will be in place on Wadsworth Street to dismantle the hoist (exterior elevator). The City of Cambridge has issued a noise variance from 7:00 am to 10:00 pm for this work.
- Occasional noisy work is underway inside 238 Main Street with interior demolition, steel installation and window replacement.
Site 4:
- All material deliveries to the underground loading dock will continue to come in from Main Street and exit at Amherst Street.
Site 5: 314 Main Street
- Most deliveries take place at the underground loading dock.
- Interior fit out is underway.
- Exterior punchlist work continues.
Open Space
- Concrete demolition and installation continue at E25/Charlotte’s Way.
- Drainage work behind E40, the Muckley Building, is underway.
- Work is underway bordering Site 3 off Hayward Street.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Pedestrians and cyclists please beware of construction vehicles coming and going.
Wadsworth Street – Roadway Conditions through February
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic. (W1) The Sloan and Eastgate lot entrance is closed at Wadsworth Street.
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- Bicycles must be walked on the shared covered walkway.
- Gate 3 near the Muckley Building will be heavily used.
Main Street
- The Main Street entrance to Hayward Street (Gate 1) is open to vehicles entering the underground loading dock at the grad tower at Site 4 (E37) and Site 5, 314 Main Street.
- Pedestrian access to E37 continues from Main Street to Hayward Street.
- Gate 2 near Wadsworth Street will continue to be used.
- Bike rack install will take place in front of the grad tower at Site 4, E37, and E38.
- MBTA riders need to use the station access facing Main Street. The back head house access and escalator are closed until Fall 2021 for construction of the interim headhouse in Phase 1 of the renovation and modernization of the headhouse leading to the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station. (M1)
- Crews are working on the sidewalk in front of 238 Main Street, shifting pedestrian access across the street.
Hayward Street
- Only construction vehicles are allowed to enter Hayward Street from Amherst Street.
- A pedestrian walkway opened alongside the new plaza between Amherst and Main Streets.
Amherst Street
- The medical lot is open to MIT medical patients with pedestrian access along Amherst Street and to Carleton Street near the HP spaces.
- Gate 4 at Hayward Street continues to be a major entrance and exit for construction trucks and equipment.
- The catering ramp to the E40 Muckley loading dock remains closed. All cart deliveries to E40 will enter E51 and take the pedestrian bridge to the 3rd floor of E40.
Carleton Street
- Trucks and construction equipment will access the MBTA headhouse site. Soil hauling continues.
- The walkway and entrance at E25 is closed into February for demolition and installation of final landscaping. The temporary walkway along Charlotte’s Way is closed, an emergency door from E25 and route out of the site are available. Noise is expected, and concrete trucks will be in use in the area.
- The new walkways to Dock and Main Streets and the MBTA Red Line station are open. Directional signage is in place.
General Construction Update
Hayward Garage:
- The project has been completed and the certificate of occupancy has been acquired.
Site 1: 165 Main Street
- Steel topping off complete. Steel detailing continues.
- Concrete continues being placed.
- Curtainwall installation continues.
- MEP work progressing to the upper half of the building. A
Site 3:
- Exterior work continues at the roof, the atrium and bridge between the tower and 238 Main Street building.
- Concrete placements continue with trucks entering at Gates 1, 2, or 3.
- The hoist and loading dock are operating from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM on Wadsworth Street.
- Occasional noisy work is underway inside 238 Main Street with interior demolition, steel installation and window replacement.
Site 4:
- All material deliveries to the underground loading dock will continue to come in from Main Street and exit at Amherst Street.
Site 5: 314 Main Street
- Most deliveries take place at the underground loading dock.
- Interior fit out is underway.
- Exterior punchlist work continues.
Open Space
- Concrete demolition and installation continue at E25/Charlotte’s Way.
- Work is underway bordering Site 3 off Hayward Street.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Pedestrians and cyclists please beware of construction vehicles coming and going.
Wadsworth Street – Roadway Conditions through February
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic. (W1) The Sloan and Eastgate lot entrance is closed at Wadsworth Street.
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- Bicycles must be walked on the shared covered walkway.
- Gate 3 near the Muckley Building will be heavily used.
Main Street
- The Main Street entrance to Hayward Street (Gate 1) is open to vehicles entering the underground loading dock at the grad tower at Site 4 (E37) and Site 5, 314 Main Street.
- Overnight crews will be working on a waterline at the MBTA work site, creating a water shut down at the grad tower at Site 4 (E37) from midnight to 8:00 AM on Friday night/early Saturday morning, January 22/23.
- Eversource Gas continues working at the Hayward/Main Street crosswalk and will shift vehicular and pedestrian access around the site as part of a new service install.
- Pedestrian access to E37 continues from Main Street to Hayward Street.
- Moving trucks for E37 residents will be accessing the underground loading dock from Main Street to Hayward Street.
- Gate 2 near Wadsworth Street will continue to be used.
- Bike rack install will take place in front of the grad tower at Site 4, E37, and E38.
- MBTA riders need to use the station access facing Main Street. The back head house access and escalator are closed until Fall 2021 for construction of the interim headhouse in Phase 1 of the renovation and modernization of the headhouse leading to the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station. (M1)
- Eversource Gas crews are working on the sidewalk in front of 238 Main Street, shifting pedestrian access across the street.
- Eversource Gas is shifting pedestrians around another open trench to the eastside of the MBTA head house near E38.
Hayward Street
- Only construction vehicles are allowed to enter Hayward Street from Amherst Street.
- A pedestrian walkway opened alongside the new plaza between Amherst and Main Streets.
Amherst Street
- The medical lot is open to MIT medical patients with pedestrian access along Amherst Street and to Carleton Street near the HP spaces.
- Gate 4 at Hayward Street continues to be a major entrance and exit for construction trucks and equipment.
- The catering ramp to the E40 Muckley loading dock remains closed. All cart deliveries to E40 will enter E51 and take the pedestrian bridge to the 3rd floor of E40.
Carleton Street
- Trucks and construction equipment will access the MBTA headhouse site. Soil hauling continues.
- The walkway and entrance at E25 is closed into February for demolition and installation of final landscaping. The temporary walkway along Charlotte’s Way is closed, an emergency door from E25 and route out of the site are available. Noise is expected, and concrete trucks will be in use in the area.
- The new walkways to Dock and Main Streets and the MBTA Red Line station are open. Directional signage is in place.
General Construction Update
Hayward Garage:
- The project has been completed and the certificate of occupancy has been acquired.
Site 1: 165 Main Street
- Steel topping off complete. Steel detailing continues.
- Concrete continues being placed.
- Curtainwall installation continues.
- MEP work progressing to the upper half of the building. A
Site 3:
- Exterior work continues at the roof, the atrium and bridge between the tower and 238 Main Street building.
- Concrete placements continue with trucks entering at Gates 1, 2, or 3.
- The hoist and loading dock are operating on two shifts from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM on Wadsworth Street.
- Occasional noisy work is underway inside 238 Main Street with interior demolition, steel installation and window replacement.
Site 4:
- A water shut off will be taking place from midnight to 8:00 AM on Friday night/early Saturday morning, January 22/23, impacting all sinks, toilets, showers and washers.
- All material deliveries to the underground loading dock will continue to come in from Main Street and exit at Amherst Street.
Site 5: 314 Main Street
- Most deliveries take place at the underground loading dock.
- Interior fit out is underway.
- Exterior punchlist work continues.
Open Space
- Concrete demolition and installation continue at E25/Charlotte’s Way.
- Work is underway bordering Site 3 off Hayward Street.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Wadsworth Street – Roadway Conditions through January
- Large clouds of steam will be seen and noise heard on Site 3 near the garage auto ramp as a steam blow will take place on Tuesday morning, January 12th.
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic. (W1) The Sloan and Eastgate lot entrance is closed at Wadsworth Street.
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- Bicycles must be walked on the shared covered walkway.
- Gate 3 near the Muckley Building will be heavily used.
Main Street
- The Main Street entrance to Hayward Street (Gate 1) is open to vehicles entering the underground loading dock at the grad tower at Site 4 (E37) and Site 5, 314 Main Street.
- Eversource Gas will be working at the Hayward/Main Street crosswalk and will shift vehicular and pedestrian access around the site as part of a new service install.
- Pedestrian access to E37 continues from Main Street to Hayward Street.
- Moving trucks for E37 residents will be accessing the underground loading dock from Main Street to Hayward Street.
- Gate 2 near Wadsworth Street will continue to be used.
- Bike rack install will take place in front of the grad tower at Site 4, E37, and E38.
- MBTA riders need to use the station access facing Main Street. The back head house access and escalator are closed until fall 2021 for construction of the interim headhouse in Phase 1 of the renovation and modernization of the headhouse leading to the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station. (M1)
- Eversource Gas crews are working on the sidewalk in front of 238 Main Street, shifting pedestrian access across the street.
- Eversource Gas is shifting pedestrians around another open trench to the eastside of the MBTA head house near E38.
Hayward Street
- Large clouds of steam will be seen and noise heard behind Site 3 near the E40 loading dock as a steam blow from a manhole will take place on Tuesday morning, January 12th.
- Only construction vehicles are allowed to enter Hayward Street from Amherst Street.
- A pedestrian walkway opened alongside the new plaza between Amherst and Main Streets.
Amherst Street
- The medical lot is open to MIT medical patients with pedestrian access along Amherst Street and to Carleton Street near the HP spaces.
- Gate 4 at Hayward Street continues to be a major entrance and exit for construction trucks and equipment.
- The catering ramp to the E40 Muckley loading dock remains closed. All cart deliveries to E40 will enter E51 and take the pedestrian bridge to the 3rd floor of E40.
Carleton Street
- Trucks and construction equipment will access the MBTA headhouse site. Soil hauling continues.
- The walkway and entrance at E25 is closed through January for demolition and installation of final landscaping. The temporary walkway along Charlotte’s Way is closed, an emergency door from E25 and route out of the site are available. Noise is expected, and concrete trucks will be in use in the area.
- The new walkways to Dock and Main Streets and the MBTA Red Line station are open. Directional signage is in place.
General Construction Update
Hayward Garage:
- The project has been completed and the certificate of occupancy has been acquired.
Site 1: 165 Main Street
- Steel topping off complete. Steel detailing occurring on higher floors.
- Concrete continues to be being placed.
- Curtainwall installation continues.
- MEP work progressing to the upper half of the building.
Site 3:
- Exterior work continues at the roof, the atrium and bridge between the tower and 238 Main Street building.
- Concrete placements continue with trucks entering at Gates 1, 2, or 3.
- The hoist and loading dock are operating on two shifts from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM on Wadsworth Street.
- Occasional noisy work is underway inside 238 Main Street with interior demolition and rehab as well as window replacement.
Site 4:
- All material deliveries to the underground loading dock will continue to come in from Main Street and exit at Amherst Street.
Site 5: 314 Main Street
- Most deliveries take place at the underground loading dock.
- Interior fit out is underway.
- Exterior punchlist work continues.
Open Space
- Concrete demolition and installation continue at E25/Charlotte’s Way.
- Work is underway bordering Site 3 off Hayward Street.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Wadsworth Street – Roadway Conditions through January
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic. (W1) The Sloan and Eastgate lot entrance is closed at Wadsworth Street.
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- Bicycles must be walked on the shared covered walkway.
- Gate 3 near the Muckley Building will be heavily used.
- Test pits will continue to be performed in the E55/Sloan lot from December 28 to 30, requiring vacuum trucks.
Main Street
- The Main Street entrance to Hayward Street (Gate 1) is open to vehicles entering the underground loading dock at the grad tower at Site 4 (E37) and Site 5, 314 Main Street.
- Eversource Gas will be working at the Hayward/Main Street crosswalk and will shift vehicular and pedestrian access around the site as part of a new service install.
- Pedestrian access to E37 continues from Main Street to Hayward Street.
- Gate 2 near Wadsworth Street will continue to be used.
- Bike rack install will take place in front of the grad tower at Site 4, E37, and E38.
- MBTA riders need to use the station access facing Main Street. The back head house access and escalator are closed until fall 2021 for construction of the interim headhouse in Phase 1 of the renovation and modernization of the headhouse leading to the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station. (M1)
- Eversource Gas crews are working on the sidewalk in front of 238 Main Street, shifting pedestrian access across the street.
- Eversource Gas is shifting pedestrians around another open trench to the eastside of the MBTA head house near E38.
- Netting protection will be installed at 238 Main Street resulting in a pedestrian shift.
Hayward Street
- Only construction vehicles are allowed to enter Hayward Street from Amherst Street.
- A pedestrian walkway opened alongside the new plaza between Amherst and Main Streets.
Amherst Street
- The medical lot is open to MIT medical patients with pedestrian access along Amherst Street and to Carleton Street near the HP spaces.
- Gate 4 at Hayward Street continues to be a major entrance and exit for construction trucks and equipment.
- The catering ramp to the E40 Muckley loading dock remains closed. All cart deliveries to E40 will enter E51 and take the pedestrian bridge to the 3rd floor of E40.
Carleton Street
- Trucks and construction equipment will access the MBTA headhouse site. Soil hauling continues.
- The walkway and entrance at E25 is closed through
January for demolition and installation of final landscaping. The temporary walkway along Charlotte’s Way is closed, an emergency door from E25 and route out of the site are available. Noise is expected, and concrete trucks will be in use in the area. - The new walkways to Dock and Main Streets and the MBTA Red Line station are open. Directional signage is in place.
General Construction Update
Hayward Garage:
- The project has been completed and the certificate of occupancy has been acquired.
Site 1: 165 Main Street
- Steel topping off complete. Steel detailing occurring on higher floors.
- Concrete slabs are being placed.
- Curtainwall installation continues.
- MEP work progressing to the upper half of the building.
Site 3:
- Exterior work continues at the roof, the atrium and bridge between the tower and 238 Main Street building.
- Concrete placements continue with trucks entering at Gates 1, 2, or 3.
- The hoist and loading dock are operating on two shifts from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM on Wadsworth Street.
- Boom lifts for metal panel install will be set up through January on the south side behind E40 Muckley.
- Occasional noisy work is underway inside 238 Main Street with interior demolition and rehab as well as window replacement.
Site 4:
- All material deliveries to the underground loading dock will continue to come in from Main Street and exit at Amherst Street.
Site 5: 314 Main Street
- Most deliveries take place at the underground loading dock.
- Interior fit out is underway.
- Exterior punchlist work continues.
Open Space
- Concrete demolition and installation continue at E25/Charlotte’s Way.
- Work is underway bordering Site 3 off Hayward Street.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Wadsworth Street – Roadway Conditions through December
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic. (W1) The Sloan and Eastgate lot entrance is closed at Wadsworth Street.
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- Bicycles must be walked on the shared covered walkway.
- Gate 3 near the Muckley Building will be heavily used.
- Test pits may be performed in the E55/Sloan lot the week of December 21st, requiring vacuum trucks.
Main Street
- The Main Street entrance to Hayward Street (Gate 1) is open to vehicles entering the underground loading dock at the grad tower at Site 4 (E37) and Site 5, 314 Main Street.
- Eversource Gas will be working at the Hayward/Main Street crosswalk and will shift vehicular and pedestrian access around the site as part of a new service install.
- Pedestrian access to E37 continues from Main Street to Hayward Street.
- Gate 2 near Wadsworth Street will continue to be used.
- Bike rack install will take place in front of the grad tower at Site 4, E37, and E38.
- MBTA riders need to use the station access facing Main Street. The back head house access and escalator are closed until fall 2021 for construction of the interim headhouse in Phase 1 of the renovation and modernization of the headhouse leading to the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station. (M1)
- Eversource Gas crews are working on the sidewalk in front of 238 Main Street, shifting pedestrian access across the street.
- Eversource Gas is shifting pedestrians around another open trench to the eastside of the MBTA head house near E38.
- Netting protection will be installed at 238 Main Street resulting in a pedestrian shift.
Hayward Street
- Pedestrians are currently not allowed to walk through the construction area between the Hayward Garage headhouse and the grad tower at Site 4. All should use the walkway to and from Main Street.
- Next week a pedestrian walkway will open alongside the new plaza between Amherst and Main Streets.
Amherst Street
- The medical lot is open to MIT medical patients with pedestrian access along Amherst Street and to Carleton Street near the HP spaces.
- Gate 4 at Hayward Street continues to be a major entrance and exit for construction and moving trucks and equipment.
- The catering ramp to the E40 Muckley loading dock remains closed. All cart deliveries to E40 will enter E51 and take the pedestrian bridge to the 3rd floor of E40.
Carleton Street
- Trucks and construction equipment will access the MBTA headhouse site. Soil hauling continues.
- The walkway and entrance at E25 is closed through December for demolition and installation of final landscaping. The temporary walkway along Charlotte’s Way is closed, an emergency door from E25 and route are available. Noise is expected, and concrete trucks will be in use in the area.
- The new walkways to Dock and Main Streets and the MBTA Red Line station are open. Directional signage is in place.
General Construction Update
Hayward Garage:
- The project has been completed and the certificate of occupancy has been acquired.
- An electrical shutdown will take place on Saturday, December 12th from 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM. The garage will remain open with generator lighting and elevator operations. The generator will begin running at 3:00 AM, creating a hum behind E40 and Site 3.
Site 1: 165 Main Street
- Steel topping off complete. Steel detailing occurring on higher floors.
- Concrete placed up to level 20.
- Curtainwall installation began week of November 9th and will continue throughout the fall.
- MEP work progressing up to the upper half of the building.
Site 3:
- Exterior work continues at the, roof, the atrium and bridge between the tower and 238 Main Street building.
- Concrete placements continue with trucks entering at Gates 1, 2, or 3.
- The hoist and loading dock are operating on two shifts from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM on Wadsworth Street.
- Boom lifts for metal panel install will be set up through January on the south side behind E40 Muckley.
- Occasional noisy work is underway inside 238 Main Street with interior demolition and rehab as well as window replacement.
Site 4:
- All material deliveries to the underground loading dock will continue to come in from Main Street and exit at Amherst Street.
Site 5: 314 Main Street
- Most deliveries take place at the underground loading dock.
- Interior fit out is underway.
- Exterior punchlist work continues.
Open Space
- Sod placed and other plaza finish work continues in preparation a pedestrian opening later in December.
- Concrete demolition and installation continue at E25/Charlotte’s Way.
- Crane mats continue to be removed behind E40.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Wadsworth Street – Roadway Conditions through December
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic. (W1) The Sloan and Eastgate lot entrance is closed at Wadsworth Street.
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- Bicycles must be walked on the shared covered walkway.
- Gate 3 near the Muckley Building will be heavily used.
Main Street
- The Main Street entrance to Hayward Street (Gate 1) is open to vehicles entering the underground loading dock at the grad tower at Site 4 (E37) and Site 5, 314 Main Street.
- Pedestrian access to E37 is from Main Street to Hayward Street.
- Staging at main entrance of 238 Main Street will be dismantled on Saturday, November 28th. Sidewalk access will be maintained.
- Moving trucks for E37 residents will be accessing the underground loading dock from Main Street to Hayward Street.
- Gate 2 near Wadsworth Street will continue to be used.
- Bike rack install will take place in front of the grad tower at Site 4, E37, and E38.
- MBTA riders need to use the station access facing Main Street. The back head house access and escalator are closed until fall 2021 for construction of the interim headhouse in Phase 1 of the renovation and modernization of the headhouse leading to the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station. (M1)
- Eversource Gas will be decommissioning the existing gas main from Vassar to Wadsworth streets. Cutting and capping will take place near Wadsworth Street the week on November 30. The first week in December, crews may be working on the sidewalk in front of 238 Main Street. They will also have an open trench to the eastside of the MBTA head house near E38 as cutting and capping will occur in this area causing a pedestrian shift.
Hayward Street
- Crews will conduct a steam blowing the week of December 7 The cleaning of steam pipes will produce large clouds of steam and some noise at the site, located behind the E40 Muckley loading dock area off Hayward Street. The visible steam and noise will last for 30-minute intervals and could continue intermittently throughout the day.
- Pedestrians are not allowed to walk through the construction area between the Hayward Garage headhouse and the grad tower at Site 4. All should use the walkway to and from Main Street.
Amherst Street
- The medical lot is open to MIT medical patients with pedestrian access along Amherst Street and to Carleton Street near the HP spaces.
- Gate 4 at Hayward Street continues to be a major entrance and exit for construction and moving trucks and equipment.
- The catering ramp to the E40 Muckley loading dock remains closed. All cart deliveries to E40 will enter E51 and take the pedestrian bridge to the 3rd floor of E40.
Carleton Street
- Trucks and construction equipment will access the MBTA headhouse site. Soil hauling is scheduled to begin over the next two weeks and is expected to last six-eight weeks.
- The walkway and entrance at E25 is closed through December for demolition and installation of final landscaping. The temporary walkway along Charlotte’s Way is closed, an emergency door from E25 and route are available. Noise is expected, and concrete trucks will be in use in the area.
- The new walkways to Dock and Main Streets and the MBTA Red Line station are opened. Directional signage is in place.
General Construction Update
Kendall Garage:
- The project has been completed and the certificate of occupancy has been acquired.
Site 1: 165 Main Street
- Steel topping off complete. Steel detailing occurring on higher floors.
- Concrete placed up to level 20.
- Curtainwall installation began week of November 9th and will continue throughout the fall.
- MEP work progressing up to to the upper half of the building.
Site 3:
- Exterior work continues at the
, roof, the atrium and bridge between the tower and 238 Main Street building. - Concrete placements continue with trucks entering at Gates 1, 2, or 3.
- The hoist and loading dock are operating on two shifts from 7 am to 10 pm on Wadsworth Street.
- Boom lifts for metal panel install will be set up through January on the south side behind E40 Muckley.
- Occasional noisy work is underway inside 238 Main Street with interior demolition and rehab as well as window replacement.
Site 4:
- A steam blow is planned behind E40 loading dock, off Hayward Street.
- Occupants will continue moving into E37 and E38.
- All material deliveries to the underground loading dock will continue to come in from Main Street and exit at Amherst Street.
Site 5: 314 Main Street
- Most deliveries take place at the underground loading dock.
- Interior fit out is underway.
- Exterior punchlist work continues.
Open Space
- Sod placed and other plaza finish work continues in preparation a pedestrian opening later in December.
- Concrete demolition and installation continue at E25/Charlotte’s Way.
- Crane mats will be removed behind E40.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Wadsworth Street – Roadway Conditions through November
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic. (W1) The Sloan and Eastgate lot entrance is closed at Wadsworth Street.
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- Bicycles must be walked on the shared covered walkway.
- Gate 3 near the Muckley Building will be heavily used.
Main Street
- The Main Street entrance to Hayward Street (Gate 1) is open to vehicles entering the underground loading dock at the grad tower at Site 4 (E37) and Site 5, 314 Main Street.
- Pedestrian access to E37 is from Main Street to Hayward Street.
- Staging at main entrance of 238 Main Street will be dismantled the week of November 23rd. Sidewalk access will be maintained.
- Moving trucks for E38 will be unloaded on Main Street on Friday, November 13th.
- Moving trucks for E37 residents will be accessing the underground loading dock from Main Street to Hayward Street.
- Gate 2 near Wadsworth Street will continue to be used.
- Bike rack install will take place in front of the grad tower at Site 4, E37, and E38.
- MBTA riders need to use the station access facing Main Street. The back head house access and escalator are closed for construction of the interim headhouse in Phase 1 of the renovation and modernization of the headhouse leading to the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station. (M1)
- Sidewalk paving on Main Street north of Site 4 will occur on Friday, November 13th and will restore the full width at the corner Site 4 and the MBTA head house.
- Eversource Gas is planning to decommission the existing gas main that loops around the south side of the MBTA head house. A cut and cap will occur on two sections of the gas main on Main Street at the east and west side of the head house and cause a pedestrian shift. This work is tentatively scheduled to take place in two weeks.
Hayward Street
- Crews will conduct a steam blowing in the next two weeks, tentatively next Thursday, November 19th. The cleaning of steam pipes will produce large clouds of steam and some noise at the site, located behind the E40 Muckley loading dock area off Hayward Street. The visible steam and noise will last for 30-minute intervals and could continue intermittently throughout the day.
- A crane will be operational on Saturday, November 21st at Site 3 to lift a smaller crane onto the lower roof
- Pedestrians are not allowed to walk through the construction area between the Hayward Garage headhouse and the grad tower at Site 4. All should use the walkway to and from Main Street.
Amherst Street
- The medical lot is open to Medical patients with pedestrian access along Amherst Street and to Carleton Street near the HP spaces.
- Gate 4 at Hayward Street continues to be a major entrance and exit for construction and moving trucks and equipment.
- The new section of sidewalk, closed at the crosswalk west of E40, will be reopened the week on November 16th.
- The catering ramp to the E40 Muckley loading dock remains closed. All cart deliveries to E40 will enter E51 and take the pedestrian bridge to the 3rd floor of E40.
Carleton Street
- Trucks and construction equipment will access the MBTA headhouse site.
- The walkway and entrance at E25 is closed through December for demolition and installation of final landscaping. The temporary walkway along Charlotte’s Way is closed and only be used to leave the building in case of an emergency. Noise is expected, and concrete trucks will be in use in the area.
- The new walkways to Dock and Main Streets and the MBTA Red Line station are opened. Directional signage is in place.
- Personnel will be in place to direct ambulances, drop offs and patients to MIT Medical.
General Construction Update
Kendall Garage:
- The project has been completed and the certificate of occupancy has been acquired.
Site 1: 165 Main Street
- Steel topping off complete. Steel detailing occurring on higher floors.
- Concrete placed up to level 18.
- Curtainwall installation began week of November 9th and will continue throughout the fall.
- MEP work progressing up to level 8.
Site 3:
- Exterior work continues at the, roof, the atrium and bridge between the tower and 238 Main Street building.
- A crane will be lifting another crane on Saturday, November 21st, between the tower and 238 Main Street.
- Concrete placements continue with trucks entering at Gates 1, 2, or 3.
- The hoist and loading dock are operating on two shifts from 7 am to 10 pm on Wadsworth Street.
- Staging will be dismantled on the south side behind E40 Muckley.
- Occasional noisy work is underway inside 238 Main Street with interior demolition and rehab as well as window replacement.
Site 4:
- A steam blow is planned behind E40 loading dock, off Hayward Street.
- Occupants will continue moving into E37 and E38.
- All material deliveries to the underground loading dock will continue to come in from Main Street and exit at Amherst Street.
Site 5: 314 Main Street
- Occasional deliveries and removal of materials will take place from Amherst Street to Carleton Street, with most taking place at the underground loading dock.
- Interior fit out is underway.
- Exterior punchlist work continues.
Open Space
- Plaza finish work is underway in preparation for a December pedestrian opening.
- Concrete demolition and installation continue at E25/Charlotte’s Way.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Wadsworth Street – Phase 2 Roadway Conditions into November
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic. (W1) The Sloan and Eastgate lot entrance is closed at Wadsworth Street.
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- Bicycles must be walked on the shared covered walkway.
- Gate 3 near the Muckley Building will be heavily used.
Main Street
- The Main Street entrance to Hayward Street (Gate 1) will be closed to vehicles for raised crosswalk installation. Pedestrian access will be maintained.
- Staging is installed for façade work around the main entrance of 238 Main Street will be dismantled the week of November 9th. Sidewalk access will be maintained.
- Moving trucks for E38 and E37 will be unloaded on Main Street and directed to Gate 4 to access the underground loading dock.
- Gate 2 near Wadsworth Street will continue to be used.
- Bike rack install will take place in front of the grad tower at Site 4, E37, and E38.
- MBTA riders will eventually need to use the station access facing Main Street. The back head house access and escalator will be closed for construction of the interim head house.
- Utility work, at the sidewalk near Site 4, is ongoing and excavation will begin in the area associated with the renovation and modernization of the headhouse leading to the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station. Access to and from the station will continue to be maintained throughout construction. (M1)
- Eversource Gas is planning to decommission the existing gas main that loops around the south side of the MBTA head house. A cut and cap will occur on two sections of the gas main on Main Street at the east and west side of the head house and cause a pedestrian shift. This work is tentatively scheduled to take place in two weeks.
Amherst Street
- The medical lot is open to Medical patients with pedestrian access along Amherst Street and to Carleton Street near the HP spaces.
- Gate 4 at Hayward Street continues to be a major entrance and exit for construction and moving trucks and equipment.
- Equipment and crews will install a hardscape surface around the trees at E40.
- The section of sidewalk is closed at the crosswalk west of E40 while crews redo the walkway to the Muckley loading dock. Pedestrians are being redirected to the crosswalk at Wadsworth Street.
- The catering ramp to the E40 Muckley loading dock remains closed. All cart deliveries to E40 will enter E51 and take the pedestrian bridge to the 3rd floor of E40.
Carleton Street
- Trucks and construction equipment will access the MBTA headhouse site.
- A vacuum truck, which will create noise, will be operating at the corner of Charlotte’s Way while crews repair an underground utility pump and an electric line.
- The walkway and entrance at E25 is closed through December for demolition and installation of final landscaping. The temporary walkway along Charlotte’s Way is closed and only be used to leave the building in case of an emergency.
- The new walkways to Dock and Main Streets and the MBTA Red Line station are opened.
- Equipment and crews will install a hardscape surface around the trees on the east along the medical lot sidewalk and west side of Carleton Street scheduled for Wednesday and Thursday, November 4 and 5. All work is weather dependent.
- Personnel will be in place to direct ambulances, drop offs and patients to MIT Medical.
General Construction Update
Kendall Garage:
- The project has been completed and the certificate of occupancy has been acquired.
Site 1: 165 Main Street
- Steel erection is ongoing from Level 24.
- Concrete operations are underway.
- Exterior waterproofing boards being installed.
- Steel deliveries will occur 2-3 days per week and concrete deliveries come in from Broad Canal Way
Site 3:
- Exterior work continues at the, roof, the atrium and bridge between the tower and 238 Main Street building.
- A crane and lifts are installing steel in the atrium between the tower and 238 Main Street.
- Concrete placements continue with trucks entering at Gates 1, 2, or 3.
- The hoist and loading dock are operating on two shifts from 7 am to 10 pm on Wadsworth Street.
- Curtainwall deliveries and installation will continue.
- Occasional noisy work is underway inside 238 Main Street with interior demolition and rehab as well as window replacement.
Site 4:
- Occupants will begin moving into E37 and E38.
- All material deliveries to the underground loading dock will continue to come in from Main Street and exit at Amherst Street.
Site 5: 314 Main Street
- Occasional deliveries and removal of materials will take place from Amherst Street to Carleton Street, with most taking place at the underground loading dock.
- Interior fit out is underway.
- Exterior punchlist work continues.
Open Space
- Plaza finish work is underway in preparation for a December pedestrian opening.
- Concrete installation will continue at the Muckley Loading Dock and sidewalks.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Wadsworth Street – Phase 2 Roadway Conditions through October 2020
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic. (W1) The Sloan and Eastgate lot entrance is closed at Wadsworth Street.
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- Bicycles must be walked on the shared covered walkway.
- Gate 3 near the Muckley Building will be heavily used.
Main Street
- Staging is installed for façade work around the main entrance of 238 Main Street. Sidewalk access will be maintained.
- Furniture deliveries for E38 will continue via Gate 1 or Gate 11 near the MBTA headhouse.
- Construction access at Gate 1, located on Hayward Street off Main Street, will continue to be a major entrance into the project for deliveries.
- Gate 2 near Wadsworth Street will continue to be used.
- Sidewalk install and repair continues in front of the grad tower at Site 4.
- Utility work, at the sidewalk near Site 4, is ongoing and excavation will begin in the area associated with the renovation and modernization of the headhouse leading to the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station. Access to and from the station will continue to be maintained throughout construction. (M1)
- Eversource Gas is planning to decommission the existing gas main that loops around the south side of the MBTA Head House. A cut and cap will occur on two sections of the gas main on Main Street at the East and West side of the Head House. This work is tentatively scheduled to take place in two weeks.
Amherst Street
- The medical lot is open to Medical patients with pedestrian access along Amherst Street and to Carleton Street by the HP spaces.
- Gate 4 at Hayward Street continues as a major exit for construction trucks and equipment.
- Hayward Street, from Main Street to Amherst Street, remains closed for vehicle and pedestrian traffic.
- The section of sidewalk is closed at the crosswalk west of E40 while crews redo the walkway to the Muckley loading dock. Pedestrians are being redirected to the crosswalk at Wadsworth Street.
- The catering ramp to the E40 Muckley loading dock remains closed. All cart deliveries to E40 will enter E51 and take the pedestrian bridge to the 3rd floor of E40.
Carleton Street
- Trucks and construction equipment will access the MBTA headhouse site
- A vacuum truck, which will create noise, will be operating at the corner of Charlotte’s Way while crews repair an underground utility pump and an electric line.
- The walkway and entrance at E25 will close through December for demolition and installation of final landscaping. The temporary walkway along Charlotte’s Way will close and only be used to leave the building in case of an emergency.
- The new walkways to Dock and Main Streets and the MBTA Red Line station will open.
- Equipment and crews are planting trees along the medical lot sidewalk.
- Personnel will be in place to direct ambulances, drop offs and patients to MIT Medical.
General Construction Update
Kendall Garage:
- The project has been completed and the certificate of occupancy has been acquired.
Site 1: 165 Main Street
- Steel erection is ongoing from Level 21.
- Concrete operations are underway.
- Steel deliveries will occur 2-3 days per week and concrete deliveries come in from Broad Canal Way
Site 3:
- Exterior work continues at the penthouse, roof, the atrium and bridge between the tower and 238 Main Street building.
- A crane and lifts are installing steel in the atrium between the tower and 238 Main Street.
- Concrete placements continue with trucks entering at Gates 1, 2, or 3.
- The hoist and loading dock are operating on two shifts from 7 am to 10 pm on Wadsworth Street.
- Curtainwall deliveries and installation will continue.
- Crews will begin prepping to dismantle and remove the tower crane on starting on Friday, October 23 and continuing through the weekend.
- Occasional noisy work is underway inside 238 Main Street with interior demolition and rehab as well as window replacement.
Site 4:
- E37 and E38 furniture deliveries and other finishing work are underway.
- All material deliveries to the underground loading dock will continue to come in from Main Street and exit at Amherst Street.
Site 5: 314 Main Street
- Occasional deliveries and removal of materials will take place from Amherst Street to Carleton Street, with most taking place at the underground loading dock.
- Interior fit out is underway.
- Exterior punchlist work continues.
Open Space
- Hayward Street paver installation underway.
- Concrete installation will be continue at the Muckley Loading Dock and sidewalks.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Wadsworth Street – Phase 2 Roadway Conditions through October 2020
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic. (W1) The Sloan and Eastgate lot entrance is closed at Wadsworth Street.
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- Bicycles must be walked on the shared covered walkway.
- Gate 3 near the Muckley Building will be heavily used.
Main Street
- Crews will be working on first floor windows and fencing is being installed around the main entrance of 238 Main Street. Sidewalk access will be maintained.
- Furniture deliveries for E38 will continue via Gate 1 or Gate 11 near the MBTA headhouse.
- Construction access at Gate 1, located on Hayward Street off Main Street, will continue to be a major entrance into the project for deliveries.
- Gate 2 near Wadsworth Street will continue to be used.
- Utility work, at the sidewalk near Site 4, is ongoing and excavation will begin in the area associated with the renovation and modernization of the headhouse leading to the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station. Access to and from the station will continue to be maintained throughout construction. (M1)
- Eversource Gas is planning to install a new line from east of Wadsworth Street heading west.
Amherst Street
- Medical patients only will use the auto ramp to park in the Hayward Garage for the next two weeks while the Medical Lot preps and gets paved.
- The Medical Lot will be closed and is scheduled for reopening on October 13th.
- Gate 4 at Hayward Street continues as a major exit for construction trucks and equipment.
- Hayward Street, from Main Street to Amherst Street, remains closed for vehicle and pedestrian traffic.
- The section of sidewalk will be closed at the crosswalk west of E40 while crews redo the walkway to the Muckley loading dock. Pedestrians will be redirected.
- The catering ramp to the E40 Muckley loading dock remains closed. All cart deliveries to E40 will enter E51 and take the pedestrian bridge to the 3rd floor of E40.
Carleton Street
- Trucks and construction equipment will access the MBTA headhouse site.
- Sidewalk and curb finish work is underway.
- Crews are prepping to open up access on new walkways to Dock and Main Streets. Eventually the temporary walkway along E25 for demolition and final landscaping.
- Personnel will be in place to direct ambulances, drop offs and patients to MIT Medical.
General Construction Update
Kendall Garage:
- The project has been completed and the certificate of occupancy has been acquired.
Site 1: 165 Main Street
- Steel erection is ongoing from Level 18.
- Concrete operations are underway.
- Steel deliveries will occur 2-3 days per week and concrete deliveries come in from Broad Canal Way
Site 3:
- Crews are installing staging for a platform needed on the south side of the building behind E40, the Muckley Building.
- Exterior work continues at the penthouse, roof, the atrium and bridge between the tower and 238 Main Street building.
- A crane and lifts are installing steel in the atrium between the tower and 238 Main Street.
- Concrete placements continue with trucks entering at Gates 1, 2, or 3.
- The hoist and loading dock are operating on Wadsworth Street.
- Curtainwall deliveries and installation will continue.
- Crews will begin prepping to dismantle and remove the tower crane on starting on Friday, October 16 and continuing through the weekend.
- Occasional noisy work is underway inside 238 Main Street with interior demolition and rehab as well as window replacement.
Site 4:
- E37 and E38 furniture deliveries and other finishing work are underway.
- All material deliveries to the underground loading dock will continue to come in from Main Street and exit at Amherst Street.
Site 5: 314 Main Street
- Occasional deliveries and removal of materials will take place from Amherst Street to Carleton Street, with most taking place at the underground loading dock.
- Interior fit out is underway.
Open Space
- Hayward Street paver installation underway.
- Concrete installation will be continue at the Muckley Loading Dock and sidewalks.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Wadsworth Street – Phase 2 Roadway Conditions through September 2020
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic. (W1) The Sloan and Eastgate lot entrance is closed at Wadsworth Street.
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- Bicycles must be walked on the shared covered walkway.
- Gate 3 near the Muckley Building will be heavily used.
Main Street
- Crews will be working on first floor windows in front of 238 Main Street. Sidewalk access will be maintained.
- Furniture deliveries for E38 will continue via Gate 1 or Gate 11 near the MBTA headhouse.
- Construction access at Gate 1, located on Hayward Street off Main Street, will continue to be a major entrance into the project for deliveries.
- Gate 2 near Wadsworth Street will continue to be used.
- Utility work is ongoing in the area associated with the renovation and modernization of the headhouse leading to the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station. Access to and from the station will continue to be maintained throughout construction. (M1)
- Mini pile installation with a drill rig is scheduled to begin on Monday, September 21st at the MBTA headhouse northwest corner and will continue towards the south side of the station in coming weeks.
- Eversource Gas is planning to install a new line from east of Wadsworth Street heading west.
Amherst Street
- Medical patients only will use the auto ramp to park in the Hayward Garage for the next two weeks while the Medical Lot preps and gets repaved starting on Monday, September 21.
- The Medical Lot will be closed for two weeks beginning on Monday, September 21.
- Gate 4 at Hayward Street continues as a major exit for construction trucks and equipment.
- Hayward Street, from Main Street to Amherst Street, remains closed for vehicle and pedestrian traffic.
- Pole removal continues to take place on the northern side of the road.
- The catering ramp to the E40 Muckley loading dock remains closed. All cart deliveries to E40 will enter E51 and take the pedestrian bridge to the 3rd floor of E40.
Carleton Street
- Top coat paving is scheduled for Saturday, September 19th.
- Sidewalk and curb install, paving prep and paving will take place along the medical lot side of southern section of the street.
- Personnel will be in place to direct ambulances, drop offs and patients to MIT Medical.
General Construction Update
Kendall Garage:
- The project has been completed and the certificate of occupancy has been acquired.
Site 1: 165 Main Street
- Steel erection is ongoing from Level 16.
- Concrete operations are underway.
- Steel deliveries will occur 2-3 days per week and concrete deliveries come in from Broad Canal Way
Site 3:
- Crews are installing staging for a platform needed on the south side of the building behind E40, the Muckley Building.
- Exterior work continues at the penthouse, roof, the atrium and bridge between the tower and 238 Main Street building.
- A crane and lifts are installing steel in the atrium between the tower and 238 Main Street.
- Concrete placements continue with trucks entering at Gates 1, 2, or 3.
- The hoist and loading dock are operating on Wadsworth Street.
- Curtainwall deliveries and installation will continue.
- Occasional noisy work is underway inside 238 Main Street with interior demolition and rehab as well as window replacement.
Site 4:
- E37 and E38 finish work is underway.
- All material deliveries to the underground loading dock will continue to come in from Main Street and exit at Amherst Street.
Site 5: 314 Main Street
- Occasional deliveries and removal of materials will take place from Amherst Street to Carleton Street, with most taking place at the underground loading dock.
- Interior fit out is underway.
Open Space
- Sidewalk installation continues between MIT Medical Lot and Carleton Street. Paving Carleton Street is scheduled for this week.
- Hayward Street asphalt paving is complete with paver installation underway.
- Concrete installation will be continue at the Muckley Loading Dock and sidewalks.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Wadsworth Street – Phase 2 Roadway Conditions through September 2020
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic. (W1) The Sloan and Eastgate lot entrance is closed at Wadsworth Street.
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- Bicycles must be walked on the shared covered walkway.
- Gate 3 near the Muckley Building will be heavily used.
Main Street
- Sidewalk replacement and repair will take place near the Kendall Hotel for three days beginning on Wednesday, September 9th.
- Line striping will take place in the parking lane in front of 314 Main Street (Site 5).
- Furniture deliveries for E38 will continue via Gate 1 or Gate 11 near the MBTA headhouse.
- Construction access at Gate 1, located on Hayward Street off Main Street, will continue to be a major entrance into the project for deliveries.
- Gate 2 near Wadsworth Street will continue to be used.
- Utility work is ongoing in the area associated with the renovation and modernization of the headhouse leading to the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station. An off hours water shutdown will take place on site between the hours of 8:00 PM and 5:00 AM over one night. There will be no water service impacts to any abutters in the area. Access to and from the station will continue to be maintained throughout construction. (M1)
- A shift in pathways is scheduled for Thursday, September 10th at the MBTA headhouse. An MBTA flagger will be directing pedestrians.
- Eversource Gas is planning to install a new line from east of Wadsworth Street heading west.
Amherst Street
- Amherst to Carleton streets paving is complete.
- Pavement striping will take place on Tuesday, September 8th. (A3)
- Gate 4 at Hayward Street continues as a major exit for construction trucks and equipment.
- Hayward Street, from Main Street to Amherst Street, remains closed for vehicle and pedestrian traffic.
- Pole removal continues to take place on the northern side of the road.
- The catering ramp to the E40 Muckley loading dock remains closed. All cart deliveries to E40 will enter E51 and take the pedestrian bridge to the 3rd floor of E40.
Carleton Street
- Top coat paving is scheduled for Saturday, September 12th.
- The crosswalk at the Amherst intersection is open and the temp walkway from the Medical Lot is being removed. Sidewalk and curb install, paving prep and paving will take place along the medical lot side of southern section of the street.
- Personnel will be in place to direct ambulances, drop offs and patients to MIT Medical.
General Construction Update
Kendall Garage:
- Finish work is underway with trucking in and out of Gates 1 and 4 at Amherst, Hayward, and Main Streets.
Site 1: 165 Main Street
- Steel erection is ongoing from Level 14.
- Concrete operations are underway.
- Steel deliveries will occur 2-3 days per week and concrete deliveries come in from Broad Canal Way
Site 3:
- A City of Cambridge noise variance for installation of a crane to do Eversource vault work on level 2 near the hoist behind the construction fence on Wadsworth Street will take place at 7 am on Saturday, September 5th.
- The week of the 14th crews will install staging for a platform needed on the south side of the building behind E40, the Muckley Building.
- Exterior work continues at the penthouse, roof, the atrium and bridge between the tower and 238 Main Street building.
- Concrete placements continue with trucks entering at Gates 1, 2, or 3.
- The hoist and loading dock are operating on Wadsworth Street.
- Curtainwall deliveries and installation will continue.
- Occasional noisy work is underway inside 238 Main Street with interior demolition and rehab as well as window replacement.
Site 4:
- E37 and E38 finish work is underway.
- All material deliveries to the underground loading dock will continue to come in from Main Street and exit at Amherst Street.
Site 5: 314 Main Street
- Occasional deliveries and removal of materials will take place from Amherst Street to Carleton Street, with most taking place at the underground loading dock.
- Interior fit out is underway.
Open Space
- Sidewalk installation continues between MIT Medical Lot and Carleton Street. Prepping for paving Carleton Street is underway.
- Hayward Street asphalt paving is complete with paver installation underway.
- Concrete installation will be continue at the Muckley Loading Dock and sidewalks.
City – Ames Street and Memorial Drive Cycle Project
- Miscellaneous pavement striping and demobilization will occur the week of September 7th.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Wadsworth Street – Phase 2 Roadway Conditions into September 2020
- Pavement striping will take place later in the week of August 24th from Memorial to Amherst street and Gate 3. (W2)
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic. (W1) The Sloan and Eastgate lot entrance is closed at Wadsworth Street.
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- Bicycles must be walked on the shared covered walkway.
- Gate 3 near the Muckley Building will be heavily used.
Main Street
- Sidewalk and pavement replacement and repair will take place near the Kendall Hotel and Dock Street and in front of 314 Main Street (Site 5) for the next two weeks.
- Furniture deliveries for E38 will continue via Gate 1 or Gate 11 near the MBTA headhouse.
- Overhead sidewalk protection will be removed in front of Site 4 from the MBTA headhouse to Hayward Street.
- Construction access at Gate 1, located on Hayward Street off Main Street, will continue to be a major entrance into the project for deliveries.
- Gate 2 near Wadsworth Street will continue to be used.
- Utility work is ongoing in the area associated with the renovation and modernization of the headhouse leading to the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station. An off hours water shutdown will take place on site between the hours of 8:00 PM and 5:00 AM over one night. There will be no water service impacts to any abutters in the area. Access to and from the station will continue to be maintained throughout construction. (M1)
- A shift in pathways may occur at the MBTA headhouse.
- Eversource Gas will a new line from east of Wadsworth Street heading west.
Amherst Street
- Amherst to Carleton streets is being prepped for paving. Expect slow moving, one-lane traffic and gravel at times. Paving is scheduled for Wednesday and Thursday, August 26th and 27th with traffic diverted at that time. (A3)
- Pavement striping will take place the following week.
- Amherst Street has returned to two-way traffic between Wadsworth and Ames Streets. (A1)
- The entrance to the patients’ Medical Lot has been relocated to Amherst Street between Carleton and Hayward Streets. (A2).
- Gate 4 at Hayward Street continues as a major exit for construction trucks and equipment.
- Hayward Street, from Main Street to Amherst Street, remains closed for vehicle and pedestrian traffic.
- Pole removal continues to take place on the northern side of the road.
- The catering ramp to the E40 Muckley loading dock remains closed. All cart deliveries to E40 will enter E51 and take the pedestrian bridge to the 3rd floor of E40.
Carleton Street
- Carleton Street crosswalk at Amherst intersection continues, resulting in pedestrian and vehicular traffic shifts including the closure of the street with a temp walkway to MIT Medical and ambulance/patient drop off through the Medical Lot.
- Sidewalk and curb install, paving prep and paving will take place along the medical lot side of southern section of the street.
- Personnel will be in place to direct ambulances, drop offs and patients to MIT Medical.
General Construction Update
Kendall Garage:
- Finish work is underway with trucking in and out of Gates 1 and 4 at Amherst, Hayward, and Main Streets.
Site 1: 165 Main Street
- Steel erection is ongoing from Level 12.
- Concrete operations are underway.
- Steel deliveries will occur 2-3 days per week and concrete deliveries come in from Broad Canal Way
Site 3:
- Exterior work will continue at the penthouse, roof, the atrium and bridge between the tower and 238 Main Street building.
- Concrete placements continue with trucks entering at Gates 1, 2, or 3.
- The hoist and loading dock are operating on Wadsworth Street.
- Curtainwall deliveries and installation will continue.
- Occasional noisy work is underway inside 238 Main Street with interior demolition and rehab as well as window replacement.
Site 4:
- E37 interior work continues.
- All material deliveries to the underground loading dock will continue to come in from Main Street and exit at Amherst Street.
Overhead sidewalk protection will be removed and sidewalk will be opened to the public.
Site 5: 314 Main Street
- Occasional deliveries and removal of materials will take place from Amherst Street to Carleton Street, with most taking place at the underground loading dock.
- Interior finish work and exterior landscaping work continues.
Open Space
- Sidewalk installation continues between MIT Medical Lot and Carleton Street. Prepping for paving Carleton Street is underway.
City – Ames Street and Memorial Drive Cycle Project
- Pavement striping and bike lane delineator installation will occur the week of August 24th.
City – Vassar Street Raised Cycle Track Project
- Pavement striping and bike lane delineator installation will occur the week of August 24th.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Wadsworth Street – Phase 2 Roadway Conditions into August 2020
- As preparations continue for final paving on Wadsworth Street from Memorial to Amherst Streets, one lane will be milled mid-week the week of August 10th. Paving is scheduled for one day the week of August 17th to 19th from 7 am to 6 pm. Traffic patterns will be disrupted. Expect slow-moving one lane traffic and gravel at times and rerouting. (W2)
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic. (W1) The Sloan and Eastgate lot entrance is closed at Wadsworth Street.
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- Bicycles must be walked on the shared covered walkway.
- Gate 3 near the Muckley Building will be heavily used.
Main Street
- Sidewalk and pavement replacement and repair will take place near the Kendall Hotel and Dock Street and in front of 314 Main Street (Site 5) for the next two weeks.
- Furniture deliveries for E38 will continue via Gate 1 or Gate 11 near the MBTA headhouse.
- Hardscape work will finish up with equipment on Main Street between the MBTA headhouse and Dock Street and in front of Site 4.
- Construction access at Gate 1, located on Hayward Street off Main Street, will continue to be a major entrance into the project for deliveries.
- Gate 2 near Wadsworth Street will continue to be used.
- Utility work is ongoing in the area associated with the renovation and modernization of the headhouse leading to the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station. An off hours water shutdown will take place on site between the hours of 8:00 PM and 5:00 AM over one night during the week of August 14th. There will be no water service impacts to any abutters in the area. Access to and from the station will continue to be maintained throughout construction. (M1)
Amherst Street
- Amherst to Carleton streets is being prepped for paving in August and is being backfilled by Eversource Gas. Expect slow moving, one-lane traffic and gravel at times. Paving will take place one day later the week of August 10th. (A3)
- Amherst Street has returned to two-way traffic between Wadsworth and Ames Streets. (A1)
- The entrance to the patients’ Medical Lot has been relocated to Amherst Street between Carleton and Hayward Streets. (A2).
- Gate 4 at Hayward Street continues as a major exit for construction trucks and equipment.
- Hayward Street, from Main Street to Amherst Street, remains closed for vehicle and pedestrian traffic.
- Lighting install will continue on the northern side of the road.
- Eversource Electric utility cables and pole removal continues to take place on the northern side of the road.
- The catering ramp to the E40 Muckley loading dock remains closed. All cart deliveries to E40 will enter E51 and take the pedestrian bridge to the 3rd floor of E40.
Carleton Street
- Carleton Street continues to be rebuilt, resulting in pedestrian and vehicular traffic shifts including the closure of the temp walkway from the Medical Lot.
- Curb install, paving prep and paving will take place along the medical lot side of southern section of the street.
- MIT Medical ambulance, patient drop off and testing only will use Carleton Street
- Personnel will be in place to direct ambulances, drop offs and patients to MIT Medical.
General Construction Update
Kendall Garage:
- Finish work is underway with trucking in and out of Gates 1 and 4 at Amherst, Hayward, and Main Streets.
Site 1: 165 Main Street
- Steel erection is ongoing from Level 8.
- Concrete operations are underway.
- Steel deliveries will occur 2-3 days per week and concrete deliveries come in from Broad Canal Way
Site 3:
- Exterior work will continue at the penthouse, roof, the atrium and bridge between the tower and 238 Main Street building.
- A City of Cambridge variance to install a crane off Hayward Street near E40 will be in place on Monday, August 10th after hours until 10:00 PM.
- Concrete placements continue with trucks entering at Gates 1, 2, or 3.
- The hoist and loading dock are operating on Wadsworth Street.
- Curtainwall deliveries and installation will continue.
- Occasional noisy work is underway inside 238 Main Street with interior demolition and rehab as well as window replacement.
Site 4:
- E37 interior work continues.
- All material deliveries to the underground loading dock will continue to come in from Main Street and exit at Amherst Street.
Site 5: 314 Main Street
- Occasional deliveries and removal of materials will take place from Amherst Street to Carleton Street, with most taking place at the underground loading dock.
- Interior finish work and exterior landscaping work continues.
Open Space
- Sidewalk demolition and installation will take place along the Amherst Street side of E23, MIT Medical. The exterior emergency exit will be maintained for emergency only.
City – Ames Street and Memorial Drive Cycle Project
- Preparation for paving the week of August 17th is ongoing from the mid-block crossing to Memorial Drive. Expect slow-moving one-lane traffic and gravel at times.
City – Vassar Street Raised Cycle Track Project
- Work continues on extending the raised cycle track on Vassar Street to Main Street.
- Milling of the roadway will occur on Friday, August 7th. Paving will occur on Friday, August 14th. Traffic on Vassar will be one-way during these activities.
- Detours are set up to maintain pedestrian, bike and vehicle traffic. Police details are on site to assist during all work.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Wadsworth Street – Phase 2 Roadway Conditions into August 2020
- Preparations to pave Wadsworth Street from Memorial to Amherst Streets will begin with milling scheduled for Thursday, July 30th from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm. Expect noise and disruption of traffic patterns. Crews will continue to work on the roadway through paving in mid-August. (W2)
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic. (W1) The Sloan and Eastgate lot entrance is closed at Wadsworth Street.
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- Bicycles must be walked on the shared covered walkway.
- Gate 3 near the Muckley Building will be heavily used.
- A crane will be in operation is the Eastgate/Sloan lot on Monday, July 27th from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm to assist with drilling, boring and test pit activities.
`Main Street
- Milling and paving at Dock Street is scheduled to take place on Monday and Tuesday, July 27th and 28th.
- Furniture deliveries for E38 will continue via Gate 1 or Gate 11 near the MBTA headhouse.
- Hardscape work will continue with equipment on Main Street between the MBTA headhouse and Dock Street and in front of Site 4.
- Construction access at Gate 1, located on Hayward Street off Main Street, will continue to be a major entrance into the project for deliveries.
- Gate 2 near Wadsworth Street will continue to be used.
- Utility work will begin in the area associated with the renovation and modernization of the headhouse leading to the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station. Access to and from the station will continue to be maintained throughout construction. (M1)
Amherst Street
- Amherst to Carleton streets is being prepped for paving in August and is being backfilled by Eversource Gas. Expect slow moving, one-lane traffic and gravel at times. (A3)
- Amherst Street has returned to two-way traffic between Wadsworth and Ames Streets. (A1)
- The entrance to the patients’ Medical Lot has been relocated to Amherst Street between Carleton and Hayward Streets. (A2).
- Gate 4 at Hayward Street continues as a major exit for construction trucks and equipment.
- Hayward Street, from Main Street to Amherst Street, remains closed for vehicle and pedestrian traffic.
- Lighting install will continue on the northern side of the road.
- Eversource Electric utility cables and pole removal will take place on the northern side of the road.
- The catering ramp to the E40 Muckley loading dock remains closed. All cart deliveries to E40 will enter E51 and take the pedestrian bridge to the 3rd floor of E40.
Carleton Street
- Carleton Street continues to be rebuilt, resulting in pedestrian and vehicular traffic shifts including the closure of the temp walkway from the Medical Lot.
- MIT Medical ambulance, patient drop off and testing only will use Carleton Street
General Construction Update
Kendall Garage:
- Reinforcement steel and concrete operations will continue with trucking in and out of Gates 1 and 4 at Amherst, Hayward, and Main Streets.
Site 1: 165 Main Street
- Steel erection is ongoing at Level 6.
- Concrete operations are underway.
- Steel deliveries will occur 2-3 days per week and concrete deliveries come in from Broad Canal Way
Site 3:
- Exterior work will continue at the penthouse, roof, the atrium and bridge between the tower and 238 Main Street building.
- A City of Cambridge variance to operate the tower crane at 7 am on Saturday, July 25th is in place to lift a generator off Hayward Street.
- Concrete placements continue with trucks entering at Gates 1, 2, or 3.
- The hoist and loading dock are operating on Wadsworth Street.
- Curtainwall deliveries and installation will continue.
Site 4:
- E37 interior work continues.
- All material deliveries to the underground loading dock will continue to come in from Main Street and exit at Amherst Street.
Site 5: 314 Main Street
- Daily deliveries and removal of materials will take place from Amherst Street to Carleton Street, in and out through two Main Street gates or to the underground loading dock.
- Interior finish work and exterior landscaping work continues.
Open Space
- Paving will take place and the southern section of the ambulance ramp is closed for Phase II of the Carleton Street rebuild. Personnel will be in place to direct ambulances, drop offs and patients to Medical to the reopened northern ramp entrance.
- Paving operations will take place on Dock Street and Charlotte’s Way the week of July 27th.
City – Ames Street and Memorial Drive Cycle Project
- Preparation for paving the week of August 10th is ongoing from the mid-block crossing to Memorial Drive. Expect slow-moving one-lane traffic and gravel at times.
City – Vassar Street Raised Cycle Track Project
- Work continues on extending the raised cycle track on Vassar Street to Main Street.
- Detours are set up to maintain pedestrian, bike and vehicle traffic. Police details are on site to assist during all work.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Wadsworth Street – Phase 2 Roadway Conditions through July 2020
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic. (W1) The Sloan and Eastgate lot entrance is closed at Wadsworth Street.
- The street section from Memorial to Amherst Streets has returned to two-way traffic. (W2)
- Eversource Gas will be upgrading the mains to intermediate pressure all day and evening on Tuesday, July 14th. Expect multiple vehicles and possible gas odors during testing.
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- Bicycles must be walked on the shared covered walkway.
- Gate 3 near the Muckley Building will be heavily used.
`Main Street
- Furniture deliveries for E38 will continue via Gate 1 or Gate 11 near the MBTA headhouse.
- Hardscape work will continue with equipment on Main Street between the MBTA headhouse and Dock Street and in front of Site 4.
- Construction access at Gate 1, located on Hayward Street off Main Street, will continue to be a major entrance into the project for deliveries.
- Gate 2 near Wadsworth Street will continue to be used.
- To prepare for utility work associated with the renovation and modernization of the headhouse leading to the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station, the pedestrian pathway closer to Site 5 and the Kendall Hotel will be blocked for a couple of days while crews rearrange construction fences. Afterwards the pedestrian pathway in this area will shift. Access to and from the station will continue to be maintained throughout construction. (M1)
Amherst Street
- Amherst Street has returned to two-way traffic between Wadsworth and Ames Streets. (A1)
- The entrance to the patients’ Medical Lot has been relocated to Amherst Street between Carleton and Hayward Streets. (A2).
- Gate 4 at Hayward Street continues as a major exit for construction trucks and equipment.
- Hayward Street, from Main Street to Amherst Street, remains closed for vehicle and pedestrian traffic.
- Eversource Gas will be upgrading the mains to intermediate pressure all day and evening on Tuesday, July 14th. Work will be concentrated in front of E2, 70 Amherst Street. Expect multiple vehicles and possible gas odors during testing.
- Lighting install will continue on the northern side of the road.
- Eversource Electric utility cables and pole removal will take place on the northern side of the road.
- The catering ramp to the E40 Muckley loading dock remains closed. All cart deliveries to E40 will enter E51 and take the pedestrian bridge to the 3rd floor of E40.
Carleton Street
- Carleton Street continues to be rebuilt, resulting in pedestrian and vehicular traffic shifts including the closure of the temp walkway from the Medical Lot.
- Eversource Gas will be upgrading the mains inside the construction fence to intermediate pressure all day and evening on Tuesday, July 14th. Expect multiple vehicles and possible gas odors during testing
- MIT Medical ambulance, patient drop off and testing only will use Carleton Street
General Construction Update
Kendall Garage:
- Reinforcement steel and concrete operations will continue with trucking in and out of Gates 1, 4, and 5 at Amherst, Hayward, and Main Streets.
Site 1: 165 Main Street
- Steel erection is ongoing at Level 4.
- Steel deliveries will occur 2-3 days per week off of Broad Canal Way
Site 3:
- Exterior work will continue at the penthouse, roof, the atrium and bridge between the tower and 238 Main Street building.
- A loading dock and scaffolding is being placed for 238 Main Street in the southeast corner of the building on Wadsworth Street.
- Concrete placements continue with trucks entering at Gates 1, 2, or 3. The finishing work may require extended hours.
- The hoist and loading dock are operating on Wadsworth Street.
- Curtainwall deliveries and installation will continue.
Site 4:
- E37 interior work continues.
- All material deliveries to the underground loading dock will continue to come in from Main Street and exit at Amherst Street.
Site 5: 314 Main Street
- Daily deliveries and removal of materials will take place from Amherst Street to Carleton Street, in and out through two Main Street gates or to the underground loading dock.
- Interior finish work and exterior landscaping work continues.
Open Space
- Pedestrian and vehicular shifts are necessary as work will continue on the sidewalk, roadway, concrete wall and steps.
- The northern section of the ambulance drop-off/pick-up ramp at Carleton Street will continue to be closed during the first phase of Carleton Street rebuild.
- Paving will take place and the southern section of the ambulance ramp will close for Phase II of the rebuild. The northern entrance will reopen. Personnel will be in place to direct ambulances, drop offs and patients to Medical.
- The Medical Lot entrance is now on Amherst Street.
City – Ames Street and Memorial Drive Cycle Project
- Rebuild and restoration of the mid-block crossing in front of E15 is ongoing.
- Pavement milling from the mid-block crossing to Memorial Drive will occur the week of July 20th.
City – Vassar Street Raised Cycle Track Project
- Work continues on extending the raised cycle track on Vassar Street to Main Street.
- Detours are set up to maintain pedestrian, bike and vehicle traffic. Police details are on site to assist during all work.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Wadsworth Street – Phase 2 Roadway Conditions through July 2020
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic. (W1) The Sloan and Eastgate lot entrance is closed at Wadsworth Street.
- The street section from Memorial to Amherst Streets has returned to two-way traffic. (W2)
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- Bicycles must be walked on the shared covered walkway.
- Gate 3 near the Muckley Building will be heavily used.
`Main Street
- Furniture deliveries for E38 will continue via Gate 1 or Gate 11 near the MBTA headhouse.
- Hardscape work will continue with equipment on Main Street between the MBTA headhouse and Dock Street.
- Construction access at Gate 1, located on Hayward Street off Main Street, will continue to be a major entrance into the project for deliveries.
- Gate 2 near Wadsworth Street will continue to be used.
- To prepare for utility work associated with the renovation and modernization of the headhouse leading to the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station, the pedestrian pathway closer to Site 5 and the Kendall Hotel will be blocked for a couple of days while crews rearrange construction fences. Afterwards the pedestrian pathway in this area will shift. Access to and from the station will continue to be maintained throughout construction. (M1)
Amherst Street
- Amherst Street has returned to two-way traffic between Wadsworth and Ames Streets. (A1)
- The entrance to the patients’ Medical Lot has been relocated to Amherst Street between Carleton and Hayward Streets. (A2).
- Gate 4 at Hayward Street continues as a major exit for construction trucks and equipment.
- Hayward Street, from Main Street to Amherst Street, remains closed for vehicle and pedestrian traffic.
- Lighting install will continue on the northern side of the road.
- Eversource Electric utility cables and pole removal will take place on the northern side of the road.
- The catering ramp to the E40 Muckley loading dock remains closed. All cart deliveries to E40 will enter E51 and take the pedestrian bridge to the 3rd floor of E40.
Carleton Street
- Carleton Street continues to be rebuilt, resulting in pedestrian and vehicular traffic shifts including the closure of the temp walkway from the Medical Lot.
- MIT Medical ambulance, patient drop off and testing only will use Carleton Street
General Construction Update
Kendall Garage:
- Reinforcement steel and concrete operations will continue with trucking in and out of Gates 1, 4, and 5 at Amherst, Hayward, and Main Streets.
Site 1: 165 Main Street
- Steel erection is ongoing at Level 3.
- Steel deliveries will occur 2-3 days per week off of Broad Canal Way
Site 3:
- Steel work will continue at the penthouse, roof, the atrium and bridge between the tower and 238 Main Street building.
- A loading dock will be placed for 238 Main Street in the southeast corner of the building on Wadsworth Street.
- Concrete slab placements will continue with trucks entering at Gates 1, 2, or 3. The finishing work may require extended hours.
- The hoist and loading dock are operating on Wadsworth Street.
- Curtainwall deliveries and installation will continue.
Site 4:
- E37 interior work continues.
- All material deliveries to the underground loading dock will continue to come in from Main Street and exit at Amherst Street.
Site 5: 314 Main Street
- Daily deliveries and removal of materials will take place from Amherst Street to Carleton Street, in and out through two Main Street gates or to the underground loading dock.
- Interior finish work and exterior landscaping work continues.
Open Space
- Pedestrian and vehicular shifts are necessary as work will continue on the sidewalk, roadway, concrete wall and steps.
- The northern section of the ambulance drop-off/pick-up ramp at Carleton Street will continue to be closed during the first phase of Carleton Street rebuild. Personnel will be in place to direct ambulances, drop offs and patients to Medical.
- The Medical Lot entrance is now on Amherst Street.
City – Ames Street and Memorial Drive Cycle Project
- Rebuild and restoration of the mid-block crossing in front of E15 will take place.
City – Vassar Street Raised Cycle Track Project
- Work continues on extending the raised cycle track on Vassar Street to Main Street.
- Detours are set up to maintain pedestrian, bike and vehicle traffic. Police details are on site to assist during all work.
Construction continues at the Kendall Square projects consistent with the requirements set forth by the City of Cambridge and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Each contractor is required to strictly adhere to its approved COVID-19 Health and Safety Plan.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Wadsworth Street – Phase 2 Roadway Conditions through June 2020
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic. (W1) The Sloan and Eastgate lot entrance is closed at Wadsworth Street.
- The street section from Memorial to Amherst Streets has returned to two-way traffic. (W2)
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- Bicycles must be walked on the shared covered walkway.
- Gate 3 near the Muckley Building will be heavily used.
`Main Street
- Construction equipment including a boom lift will be in the Main Street parking lane in front of Building 38.
- Starting Monday, June 15th, furniture deliveries for E38 will begin, access will be via Gate 1 or Gate 11 near the MBTA headhouse.
- Hardscape work and tree planting will continue with equipment on Main Street between the MBTA headhouse and Dock Street.
- Construction access at Gate 1, located on Hayward Street off Main Street, will continue to be a major entrance into the project for deliveries.
- Gate 2 near Wadsworth Street will continue to be used.
- To prepare for utility work associated with the renovation and modernization of the headhouse leading to the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station, the pedestrian pathway closer to Site 5 and the Kendall Hotel will be blocked for a couple of days while crews rearrange construction fences. Afterwards the pedestrian pathway in this area will shift. Access to and from the station will continue to be maintained throughout construction. (M1)
Amherst Street
- Amherst Street has returned to two-way traffic between Wadsworth and Ames Streets. (A1)
- The entrance to the patients’ Medical Lot has been relocated to Amherst Street between Carleton and Hayward Streets. (A2).
- Gate 4 at Hayward Street will be a major exit for construction trucks and equipment.
- Hayward Street, from Main Street to Amherst Street, remains closed for vehicle and pedestrian traffic.
- Lighting install will continue on the northern side of the road.
- Eversource Electric utility cables and pole removal will take place on the northern side of the road.
- The catering ramp to the E40 Muckley loading dock remains closed. All cart deliveries to E40 will enter E51 and take the pedestrian bridge to the 3rd floor of E40.
Carleton Street
- Starting the week of June 22th, Carleton Street will be rebuilt, resulting in pedestrian and vehicular traffic shifts including the closure of the temp walkway from the Medical Lot.
- MIT Medical ambulance, patient drop off and testing only will use Carleton Street
General Construction Update
Kendall Garage:
- Reinforcement steel, concrete operations, and minor excavation will continue with trucking in and out of Gates 1, 4, and 5 at Amherst, Hayward, and Main Streets.
- Finishing of concrete underground may require extended hours on days of placements.
Site 1: 165 Main Street
- Elevator core work is complete.
- Steel erection has begun.
Site 3:
- Steel work will continue at the penthouse, roof, the atrium and bridge between the tower and 238 Main Street building.
- A loading dock will be placed for 238 Main Street in the southeast corner of the building on Wadsworth Street.
- Concrete slab placements will continue with trucks entering at Gates 1, 2, or 3. The finishing work may require extended hours.
- The hoist and loading dock are operating on Wadsworth Street.
- Curtainwall deliveries and installation will continue.
Site 4:
- E37 interior work continues.
- All material deliveries to the loading dock will continue to come in from Main Street and exit at Carleton Street.
Site 5: 314 Main Street
- Daily deliveries and removal of materials will take place from Amherst Street to Carleton Street or in and out through two Main Street gates.
- Interior finish work and exterior landscaping work continues.
Open Space
- Pedestrian and vehicular shifts are necessary as work will continue on the sidewalk, roadway, concrete wall and steps.
- The week of June 22nd, the northern section of the ambulance drop-off/pick-up ramp at Carleton Street will be closed during the first phase of Carleton Street rebuild. Personnel will be in place to direct ambulances, drop offs and patients to Medical.
- The Medical Lot entrance is now on Amherst Street.
City – Ames Street and Memorial Drive Cycle Project
- Eversource Gas will continue tying into buildings on Ames Street.
City – Vassar Street Raised Cycle Track Project
- Work will begin in June on extending the raised cycle track on Vassar Street to Main Street.
- Detours will be set up to maintain pedestrian, bike and vehicle traffic. Police details will be on site to assist during all work.
Construction restarts officially at the Kendall Square projects the week of June 1 consistent with the requirements set forth by the City of Cambridge and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Each contractor is required to strictly adhere to its approved COVID-19 Health and Safety Plan.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Wadsworth Street – Phase 2 Roadway Conditions into June 2020
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic. (W1) The Sloan and Eastgate lot entrance is closed at Wadsworth Street.
- The street section from Memorial to Amherst Streets has returned to two-way traffic. (W2)
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- Bicycles must be walked on the shared covered walkway.
- Gate 3 near the Muckley Building will be heavily used.
Main Street
- Construction equipment will be in the Main Street parking lane in front of Building 38
. - Week of May 26th to June 1st - generator for systems testing
- Week of June 1st - boom lift for exterior wall access
- Hardscape work and tree planting will begin with equipment on Main Street between the MBTA headhouse and Dock Street.
- Construction access at Gate 1, located on Hayward Street off Main Street, will continue to be a major entrance into the project for deliveries.
- Gate 2 near Wadsworth Street will continue to be used.
- Work is expected to begin this summer on the renovation and modernization of the headhouse leading to the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station. Access to and from the station is scheduled to be maintained throughout construction. Pedestrian pathways will shift. (M1)
Amherst Street
- Amherst Street has returned to two-way traffic between Wadsworth and Ames Streets. (A1)
- The entrance to the patients’ Medical Lot has been relocated to Amherst Street between Carleton and Hayward Streets. (A2).
- Gate 4 at Hayward Street will be a major exit for construction trucks and equipment.
- Hayward Street, from Main Street to Amherst Street, remains closed for vehicle and pedestrian traffic.
- Lighting install will continue on the northern side of the road.
- Eversource Electric utility pole removal will take place on the northern side of the road.
- The catering ramp to the E40 Muckley loading dock remains closed. All cart deliveries to E40 will enter E51 and take the pedestrian bridge to the 3rd floor of E40.
Carleton Street
- Tree planting will take place. (C1)
- Starting the week of June 8th, Carleton Street will be rebuild, resulting in pedestrian and vehicular traffic shifts.
- MIT Medical ambulance and patient drop off only will use Carleton Street
General Construction Update
Kendall Garage:
- Reinforcement steel, concrete operations, and minor excavation will continue with trucking in and out of Gates 1, 4, and 5 at Amherst, Hayward, and Main Streets.
- Finishing of concrete underground may require extended hours on days of placements.
Site 1: 165 Main Street
- Elevator core work is complete.
- Steel erection will commence in mid-June.
Site 3:
- Steel work will continue at the penthouse, roof, the atrium and bridge between the tower and 238 Main Street building.
- A loading dock will be placed for 238 Main Street in the southeast corner of the building on Wadsworth Street.
- Concrete slab placements will continue with trucks entering at Gates 1, 2, or 3. The finishing work may require extended hours.
- The hoist and loading dock are operating on Wadsworth Street.
- Curtainwall deliveries and installation will continue.
Site 4:
- E37 interior work continues.
- All material deliveries to the loading dock will continue to come in from Main Street and exit at Carleton Street.
Site 5: 314 Main Street
- Daily deliveries and removal of materials will take place from Amherst Street to Carleton Street or in and out through two Main Street gates.
- Interior and exterior landscaping work continues.
Open Space
- Pedestrian and vehicular shifts are necessary as work will continue on the sidewalk, roadway, concrete wall and steps.
- The northern section of the ambulance drop-off/pick-up ramp at Carleton Street will be closed during the first phase of Carleton Street rebuild. Personnel will be in place to direct ambulances, drop offs and patients to Medical.
- The Medical Lot entrance is now on Amherst Street.
City – Ames Street and Memorial Drive Cycle Project
- Eversource Gas will be working on Ames Street beginning in June.
City – Vassar Street Raised Cycle Track Project
- Work will begin in June on extending the raised cycle track on Vassar Street to Main Street.
- Detours will be set up to maintain pedestrian, bike and vehicle traffic. Police details will be on site to assist during all work.
The Kendall Square projects will restart activities on site with remobilization, preparation work and landscaping beginning weekdays after Memorial Day weekend on May 26 and a full construction start the week of June 1 consistent with the requirements set forth by the City of Cambridge and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Each contractor is required to strictly adhere to its approved COVID-19 Health and Safety Plan including health monitoring, temperature screenings, hand washing, social distancing, the use of personal protective equipment, and regular cleaning of tools and high-touch surfaces. Projects will limit the number of workers in one area at a time including for vertical transportation such as the use of the exterior elevators and will proceed deliberately and cautiously with fewer workers before ramping up to their previous staff levels.
Next week equipment such as tower cranes will become operational and deliveries will begin through Kendall Square project site gates at 7 am in accordance with City of Cambridge construction work hours. The external elevator at Site 3 on Wadsworth Street will become operational with 6:30 am safety checks and to bring crews up to start work for 7 am. In addition, landscaping crews will be planting trees at the Medical Lot, Carleton Street and inside the site between Site 5 and E25 near Charlotte’s Way (Deacon Street).
Please contact kendallsquare@mit.edu with any questions or concerns.
In accordance with a temporary emergency construction moratorium instituted by the City of Cambridge, the Kendall Square construction projects suspended activity effective Saturday, March 21, with the exception of emergency activities that have been approved by the City. Crews are maintaining the sites and keeping them safe and secure. Please contact kendallsquare@mit.edu with any questions or concerns.
In accordance with a temporary emergency construction moratorium instituted by the City of Cambridge, the Kendall Square construction projects will suspend activity effective Saturday, March 21, with the exception of emergency activities that have been approved by the City. Crews will maintain the sites and keep them safe and secure. Please contact kendallsquare@mit.edu with any questions or concerns.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Wadsworth Street – Phase 2 Roadway Conditions into March 2020
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic. (W1) The Sloan and Eastgate lot entrance is closed at Wadsworth Street.
- The street section from Memorial to Amherst Streets has returned to two-way traffic. (W2)
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- Bicycles must be walked on the shared covered walkway.
- Gate 3 near the Muckley Building continues to be heavily used.
- Eversource Gas may be doing prep work for the new system tie-in near Amherst Street and Memorial Drive intersections.
- Geotechnical drilling, requiring a vacuum truck, will take place near E55 and the Hermann and Sloan Garage lot starting on March 23rd through April. (W3)
Main Street
- Construction access at Gate 1 will continue, as well as Open Space restoration on Hayward Street. Pedestrian access along Main Street will be maintained
- Gate 2 near Wadsworth Street will continue to be used.
- Work is expected to begin this spring on the renovation and modernization of the headhouse leading to the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station. Access to and from the station is scheduled to be maintained throughout construction. Pedestrian pathways will shift. (M1)
- The covered pedestrian walkway has shifted onto the new sidewalk closer to the 314 Main Street (Site 5).
Amherst Street
- Amherst Street has returned to two-way traffic between Wadsworth and Ames Streets. (A1)
- The entrance to the patients’ Medical Lot has been relocated to Amherst Street between Carleton and Hayward Streets. (A2). Ambulance and patient drop off only will use Carleton Street.
- Gate 4 at Hayward Street has reopened as a construction access. Hayward Street, from Main Street to Amherst Street, remains closed to all other vehicle and pedestrian traffic.
- Eversource Gas will be doing prep work for the new system tie-in near E2,70 Amherst Street.
- Sidewalk replacement work, Eversource Electric work and lighting install will continue on the northern side of the road.
- The catering ramp to the E40 loading dock is closed. All cart deliveries to E40 will enter E51 and take the pedestrian bridge to the 3rd floor of E40.
General Construction Update
Kendall Garage:
- Reinforcement steel, concrete operations, and minor excavation will continue with trucking in and out of Gates 1 and 4 at Amherst, Hayward, and Main Streets.
- Finishing of concrete underground may require extended hours on days of placements.
- Waterproofing will take place at the top of the garage.
- Eversource Gas will be working near the Amherst Street and Memorial Drive intersections and to prepare for the cutover.
Site 3:
- Steel deliveries continue for decking, roof dunnage, the atrium and bridge between the tower and 238 Main Street building.
- Concrete slab placements are ongoing with trucks entering at Gates 1, 2, or 3 and leaving at Gate 4 on Amherst Street. The finishing work will require extended hours.
- The hoist and loading dock are operating on Wadsworth Street.
- Levels will be added to the exterior elevator (hoist) starting at 8:00 AM on Saturday, March 14th and Sunday, March 15th.
- Curtainwall deliveries and installation are ongoing.
Site 4:
- E37 interior work continues.
- All material deliveries to the loading dock will continue to come in from Main Street and exit at Gate 4, Hayward Street to Amherst Street.
Site 5:
- Daily deliveries and removal of materials will take place from Amherst Street to Carleton Street or in and out through two Main Street gates.
- Interior work continues.
- The site office entrance will shift from the MBTA headhouse area to Main Street at Dock Street.
Open Space
- Pedestrian shifts are necessary as work continues on the sidewalk, concrete wall and steps along Carleton Street inside of the construction site.
- The northern section of the ambulance drop-off/pick-up ramp at Carleton Street is anticipated to shut down after March 23rd while the southern section of Carleton Street is reconstructed. Personnel are in place to direct patients to Medical from the lot.
- The Medical Lot entrance is now on Amherst Street.
City – Ames Street and Memorial Drive Cycle Project
- The new intersection on Memorial Drive at Ames Street is open. Bike signals will utilize overhead cameras for activation. Pedestrian crossing signals are activated by push buttons at all crosswalks.
- Traffic signal final adjustments are complete.
- To accommodate an MIT steam project, traffic will continue to be one-way northbound from Amherst to Main Street from 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM only.
- Eversource Gas will be working on Ames Street through March.
City – Vassar Street Raised Cycle Track Project
- Work will begin on extending the raised cycle track on Vassar Street to Main Street.
- Phase 1 includes the area in front of the Stata Center (Building 32)
- Detours will be set up to maintain pedestrian, bike and vehicle traffic. Police details will be on site to assist during all work.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Wadsworth Street – Phase 2 Roadway Conditions into March 2020
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic. (W1) The Sloan and Eastgate lot entrance is closed at Wadsworth Street.
- The street section from Memorial to Amherst Streets has returned to two-way traffic. (W2)
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- Bicycles must be walked on the shared covered walkway.
- Gate 3 near the Muckley Building continues to be heavily used.
Main Street
- Construction access at Gate 1, located on Hayward Street off Main Street, continues to be a major entrance into the project for excavation and concrete.
- Gate 2 near Wadsworth Street will continue to be used.
- Work is expected to begin this spring on the renovation and modernization of the headhouse leading to the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station. Access to and from the station is scheduled to be maintained throughout construction. Pedestrian pathways will shift. (M1)
- The covered pedestrian walkway will shift onto the new sidewalk closer to the 314 Main Street (Site 5).
Amherst Street
- Amherst Street has returned to two-way traffic between Wadsworth and Ames Streets. (A1)
- The entrance to the patients’ Medical Lot has been relocated to Amherst Street between Carleton and Hayward Streets. (A2). Ambulance and patient drop off only will use Carleton Street.
- Hayward Street, from Main Street to Amherst Street, remains closed for vehicle and pedestrian traffic.
- Sidewalk replacement work, Eversource Electric work and lighting install will continue on the northern side of the road, including at Carleton Street.
General Construction Update
Kendall Garage:
- Reinforcement steel, concrete operations, and minor excavation will continue with trucking in and out of Gates 1, 4, 5, 6, and 7 at Amherst, Hayward, Carleton, and Main Streets.
- Finishing of concrete underground may require extended hours on days of placements.
Site 3:
- Steel deliveries continue for decking, roof dunnage, the atrium and bridge between the tower and 238 Main Street building.
- Concrete slab placements are ongoing with trucks entering at Gates 1, 2, or 3. The finishing work will require extended hours.
- The hoist and loading dock are operating on Wadsworth Street.
- Levels will be added to the exterior elevator (hoist) starting at 8:00 AM on Saturday, February 29th and Sunday, March 1st.
- Curtainwall deliveries and installation are ongoing.
Site 4:
- E37 interior work continues.
- All material deliveries to the loading dock will continue to come in from Main Street and exit at Carleton Street.
Site 5:
- Daily deliveries and removal of materials will take place from Amherst Street to Carleton Street or in and out through two Main Street gates.
- Interior work continues.
- The site office entrance will shift from the MBTA headhouse area to Main Street at Dock Street.
Open Space
- Pedestrian shifts are necessary as work continues on the sidewalk, concrete wall and steps along Carleton Street inside of the construction site.
- The northern section of the ambulance drop-off/pick-up ramp at Carleton Street has reopened to allow patients to drive to the door from the south ramp entrance and continue straight to exit from the north ramp. Personnel are in place to direct patients to Medical from the lot.
- The Medical Lot entrance is now on Amherst Street.
City – Ames Street and Memorial Drive Cycle Project
- The new intersection on Memorial Drive at Ames Street is open. Bike signals will utilize overhead cameras for activation. Pedestrian crossing signals are activated by push buttons at all crosswalks.
- Traffic signal final adjustments are complete.
- To accommodate an MIT steam project, traffic will continue to be one-way northbound from Amherst to Main Street from 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM only.
- Eversource Gas will be working on Ames Street this spring.
City – Vassar Street Raised Cycle Track Project
- Work will begin on extending the raised cycle track on Vassar Street to Main Street.
- Phase 1 includes the area in front of the Stata Center (Building 32)
- Detours will be set up to maintain pedestrian, bike and vehicle traffic. Police details will be on site to assist during all work.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Wadsworth Street – Phase 2 Roadway Conditions into February 2020
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic. (W1) The Sloan and Eastgate lot entrance is closed at Wadsworth Street.
- The street section from Memorial to Amherst Streets has returned to two-way traffic. (W2)
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- Bicycles must be walked on the shared covered walkway.
- Gate 3 near the Muckley Building continues to be heavily used.
- Utility tracing will take place on Friday, February 14th in the Sloan and Eastgate lot. Access will be maintained to the Hermann Garage. (W3)
Main Street
- Construction access at Gate 1, located on Hayward Street off Main Street, continues to be a major entrance into the project for excavation and concrete.
- Gate 2 near Wadsworth Street will continue to be used.
- Work is expected to begin at by the end of the month on the renovation and modernization of the headhouse leading to the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station. Access to and from the station is scheduled to be maintained throughout construction. Pedestrian pathways will shift. (M1)
Amherst Street
- Amherst Street has returned to two-way traffic between Wadsworth and Ames Streets. (A1)
- The entrance to the patients’ Medical Lot has been relocated to Amherst Street between Carleton and Hayward Streets. (A2). Ambulance and patient drop off only will use Carleton Street.
- Hayward Street, from Main Street to Amherst Street, remains closed for vehicle and pedestrian traffic.
- Sidewalk replacement work, Eversource Electric work and lighting install will continue on the northern side of the road, including at Carleton Street.
General Construction Update
Kendall Garage:
- Reinforcement steel, concrete operations, and minor excavation will continue with trucking in and out of Gates 1, 4, 5, 6, and 7 at Amherst, Hayward, Carleton, and Main Streets.
- Finishing of concrete underground may require extended hours on days of placements.
Site 3:
- Steel deliveries continue for decking, roof dunnage, the atrium and bridge between the tower and 238 Main Street building.
- Concrete slab placements are ongoing with trucks entering at Gates 1, 2, or 3. The finishing work will require extended hours.
- The hoist and loading dock are operating on Wadsworth Street.
- Levels will be added to the exterior elevator (hoist) starting at 7:00 AM on Saturday, February 15th and at 7:00 AM on Sunday, February 16th.
- Curtainwall deliveries and installation are ongoing.
Site 4:
- E37 interior work continues.
- All material deliveries to the loading dock will continue to come in from Main Street and exit at Carleton Street.
Site 5:
- Daily deliveries and removal of materials will take place from Amherst Street to Carleton Street or in and out through two Main Street gates.
- Interior work continues.
- The site office entrance will shift from the MBTA headhouse area to Main Street at Dock Street.
Open Space
- Pedestrian shifts are necessary as work continues on the sidewalk, concrete wall and steps along Carleton Street inside of the construction site.
- The northern section of the ambulance drop-off/pick-up ramp at Carleton Street has reopened to allow patients to drive to the door from the south ramp entrance and continue straight to exit from the north ramp. Personnel are in place to direct patients to Medical from the lot.
- The Medical Lot entrance is now on Amherst Street.
City – Ames Street and Memorial Drive Cycle Project
- The new intersection on Memorial Drive at Ames Street is open. Bike signals will utilize overhead cameras for activation. Pedestrian crossing signals are activated by push buttons at all crosswalks.
- Traffic signal final adjustments are complete.
- To accommodate an MIT steam project, traffic will continue to be one-way northbound from Amherst to Main Street from 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM only.
City – Vassar Street Raised Cycle Track Project
- Work will begin on extending the raised cycle track on Vassar Street to Main Street.
- Phase 1 includes the area in front of the Stata Center (Building 32)
- Detours will be set up to maintain pedestrian, bike and vehicle traffic. Police details will be on site to assist during all work.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Wadsworth Street – Phase 2 Roadway Conditions into February 2020
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic. (W1) The Sloan and Eastgate lot entrance is closed at Wadsworth Street.
- The street section from Memorial to Amherst Streets has returned to two-way traffic. (W2)
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- Bicycles must be walked on the shared covered walkway.
- Gate 3 near the Muckley Building continues to be heavily used.
- Geotechnical drilling will take place in the Sloan and Eastgate lot. Access will be maintained to the Hermann Garage. (W3)
Main Street
- Construction access at Gate 1, located on Hayward Street off Main Street, continues to be a major entrance into the project for excavation and concrete.
- Gate 2 near Wadsworth Street will continue to be used.
- Work is expected to begin at by the end of the month on the renovation and modernization of the headhouse leading to the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station. Access to and from the station is scheduled to be maintained throughout construction. Pedestrian pathways will shift. (M1)
Amherst Street
- Amherst Street has returned to two-way traffic between Wadsworth and Ames streets. (A1)
- The entrance to the patients’ Medical Lot has been relocated to Amherst Street between Carleton and Hayward Streets. (A2). Ambulance and patient drop off only will use Carleton Street.
- Hayward Street, from Main Street to Amherst Street, remains closed for vehicle and pedestrian traffic.
- Sidewalk replacement work will continue and lighting install will continue on the northern side of the road, including at Carleton Street.
General Construction Update
Kendall Garage:
- Reinforcement steel, concrete operations, and excavation will continue with trucking in and out of Gates 1,4,5,6, and 7 at Amherst, Hayward, Carleton, and Main Streets.
- Finishing of concrete underground may require extended hours on days of placements.
Site 3:
- Structural steel is finishing up, topping off.
- Concrete slab placements are ongoing with trucks entering at Gates 1, 2 or 3. The finishing work will require extended hours.
- The hoist and loading dock are operating on Wadsworth.
- Levels will be added to the exterior elevator (hoist) starting at 7:00 AM on Saturday, February 1st.
- Curtainwall deliveries and installation are ongoing.
Site 4:
- E37 interior work continues.
- All material deliveries to the loading dock will continue to come in from Main Street and exit at Carleton Street.
Site 5:
- Daily deliveries and removal of materials will take place from Amherst Street to Carleton Street or in and out through two Main Street gates.
- Interior work continues.
- The site office entrance will shift from the MBTA headhouse area to Main Street at Dock Street.
Open Space
- Pedestrian shifts are necessary as work continues on the sidewalk, concrete wall and steps along Carleton Street inside of the construction site.
- The northern section of the ambulance drop-off/pick-up ramp at Carleton Street has reopened to allow patients to drive to the door from the south ramp entrance and continue straight to exit from the north ramp. Personnel are in place to direct patients to Medical from the lot.
- The Medical Lot entrance is now on Amherst Street.
City – Ames Street and Memorial Drive Cycle Project
- The new intersection on Memorial Drive at Ames Street is open, allowing Southbound traffic on Ames Street to cross Memorial Drive and head East. Eastbound Memorial Drive traffic will continue to use the Wadsworth Street U-turn lanes.
- Traffic signal final adjustments are finishing up.
- To accommodate an MIT steam project, traffic will continue to be one-way northbound from Amherst to Main Street from 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM only.
City – Vassar Street Raised Cycle Track Project
- Work will begin on extending the raised cycle track on Vassar Street to Main Street
- Phase 1 includes the area in front of the Stata Center (Building 32)
- Detours will be set up to maintain pedestrian, bike and vehicle traffic. Police details will be on site to assist during all work.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Wadsworth Street – Phase 2 Roadway Conditions into January 2020
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic. (W1) The Sloan and Eastgate lot entrance is closed at Wadsworth Street.
- The street section from Memorial to Amherst Streets has returned to two-way traffic. (W2)
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- Bicycles must be walked on the shared covered walkway.
- Gate 3 near the Muckley Building continues to be heavily used.
Main Street
- Construction access at Gate 1, located on Hayward Street off Main Street, continues to be a major entrance into the project for excavation and concrete.
- Gate 2 near Wadsworth Street will continue to be used.
- Work is expected to begin at the end of the month on the renovation and modernization of the headhouse leading to the Kendall Square inbound MBTA station. Access to and from the station is scheduled to be maintained throughout construction. Pedestrian pathways will shift. (M1)
Amherst Street
- Amherst Street has returned to two-way traffic between Wadsworth and Ames streets. (A1)
- Starting Monday, January 20th, the entrance to the patients’ Medical Lot will be on Amherst Street between Carleton and Hayward Streets. (A2). Ambulance and patient drop off only will use Carleton Street.
- Hayward Street, from Main Street to Amherst Street, remains closed for vehicle and pedestrian traffic.
- Sidewalk replacement work will continue and lighting install will continue on the northern side of the road, including at Carleton Street.
General Construction Update
Kendall Garage:
- Reinforcement steel, concrete operations, and excavation will continue with trucking in and out of Gates 1,4,5,6, and 7 at Amherst, Hayward, Carleton, and Main Streets.
- Finishing of concrete underground may require extended hours on days of placements.
Site 3:
- Steel erection continues on the new lab building using the tower crane.
- Concrete slab placements are ongoing with trucks entering at Gates 1, 2 or 3. The finishing work will require extended hours.
- The hoist and loading dock are operating on Wadsworth.
- Curtainwall deliveries and installation are ongoing.
Site 4:
- E37 interior work continues.
- All material deliveries to the loading dock will continue to come in from Main Street and exit at Carleton Street.
Site 5:
- Daily deliveries and removal of materials will take place from Amherst Street to Carleton Street or in and out through two Main Street gates.
- Utility work along Main Street continues.
- Interior work continues.
Open Space
- Pedestrian shifts are necessary as work continues on the sidewalk, concrete wall and steps along Carleton Street inside of the construction site.
- The northern section of the ambulance drop-off/pick-up ramp at Carleton Street has reopened to allow patients to drive to the door from the south ramp entrance and continue straight to exit from the north ramp. Personnel are in place to direct patients to Medical from the lot.
- The Medical Lot entrance will be shifted from Carleton Street to Amherst Street beginning on Monday, January 20th.
- Work is underway between Carleton and the Media Lab (E14).
City – Ames Street and Memorial Drive Cycle Project
- The new intersection on Memorial Drive at Ames Street is open, allowing Southbound traffic on Ames Street to cross Memorial Drive and head East. Eastbound Memorial Drive traffic will continue to use the Wadsworth Street U-turn lanes.
- Traffic signal final adjustments are ongoing.
- To accommodate an MIT steam project, traffic will continue to be one-way northbound from Amherst to Main Street from 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM only.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Wadsworth Street – Phase 2 Roadway Conditions into January 2020
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic. (W1) The Sloan and Eastgate lot entrance is closed at Wadsworth Street.
- The street section from Memorial to Amherst Streets will return to two-way traffic. (W2)
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- Bicycles must be walked on the shared covered walkway.
- Gate 3 near the Muckley Building continues to be heavily used.
Main Street
- Construction access at Gate 1, located on Hayward Street off Main Street, continues to be a major entrance into the project for excavation and concrete.
- Gate 2 near Wadsworth Street will continue to be used.
- The covered pedestrian walkway between the MBTA and Hayward Street has shifted back to the sidewalk.
Amherst Street
- Amherst Street will return to two-way traffic between Wadsworth and Ames streets. (A1)
- Hayward Street, from Main Street to Amherst Street, remains closed for vehicle and pedestrian traffic.
- Sidewalk replacement work will continue and lighting install will continue on the northern side of the road, including at Carleton Street and at Ames Street near the Media Lab.
General Construction Update
Kendall Garage:
- Reinforcement steel, concrete operations, and excavation will continue with trucking in and out of Gates 1,4,5,6, and 7 at Amherst, Hayward, Carleton, and Main Streets.
- Finishing of concrete underground may require extended hours on days of placements.
Site 3:
- Steel erection continues on the new lab building using the tower crane.
- Concrete slab placements are ongoing with trucks entering at Gates 1, 2 or 3. The finishing work will require extended hours.
- The hoist and loading dock are operating on Wadsworth.
Site 4:
- E38 interior and exterior renovation activities will continue and will be serviced from Gate 11 (between the MBTA and E38).
- E37 interior work continues.
- All material deliveries to the loading dock will continue to come in from Main Street and exit at Carleton Street.
Site 5:
- Daily deliveries and removal of materials will take place from Amherst Street to Carleton Street or in and out through two Main Street gates.
- Utility work along Main Street continues.
- Interior work continues.
Open Space
- Pedestrian shifts are necessary as work continues on the sidewalk, concrete wall and steps along Carleton Street inside of the construction site.
- The northern section of the ambulance drop-off/pick-up ramp has reopened to allow patients to drive to the door from the south ramp entrance and continue straight to exit from the north ramp. Personnel are in place to direct patients to Medical from the lot.
- Preparations are underway to shift the Medical Lot and its entrance from Carleton to Amherst streets (anticipated in mid-January).
- Work is underway between Carleton and the Media Lab (E14).
City – Ames Street and Memorial Drive Cycle Project
- The new intersection on Memorial Drive at Ames Street is open, allowing Southbound traffic on Ames Street to cross Memorial Drive and head East. Eastbound Memorial Drive traffic will continue to use the Wadsworth Street U-turn lanes.
- Traffic signal final adjustments are ongoing.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Wadsworth Street – Phase 2 Roadway Conditions into January 2020
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic. (W1) The Sloan and Eastgate lot entrance is closed at Wadsworth Street.
- Preparations are underway to return the street section from Memorial to Amherst Streets to two-way traffic.
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- Bicycles must be walked on the shared covered walkway.
- Gate 3 near the Muckley Building continues to be heavily used.
Main Street
- Construction access at Gate 1, located on Hayward Street off Main Street, continues to be a major entrance into the project for excavation and concrete.
- Gate 2 near Wadsworth Street will continue to be used.
- The covered pedestrian walkway between the MBTA and Hayward Street will be shifting back to the sidewalk by the end of this week followed by removal of the existing covered walkway in the parking lane.
Amherst Street
- Amherst Street remains one-way from Wadsworth Street toward Ames Street. Only police directed construction vehicles will have two-way access from Ames Street.
- Preparations are underway to return to two-way traffic.
- Hayward Street, from Main Street to Amherst Street, remains closed for vehicle and pedestrian traffic.
- Sidewalk replacement work will continue and lighting install will continue on the northern side of the road, including at Carleton Street and at Ames Street near the Media Lab.
General Construction Update
Kendall Garage:
- Reinforcement steel, concrete operations, and excavation will continue with trucking in and out of Gates 1,4,5,6, and 7 at Amherst, Hayward, Carleton, and Main Streets.
- Finishing of concrete underground may require extended hours on days of placements.
Site 3:
- Steel erection continues on the new lab building using the tower crane.
- Concrete slab placements are ongoing with trucks entering at Gates 1, 2 or 3. The finishing work will require extended hours.
- The hoist and loading dock are operating on Wadsworth.
Site 4:
- E38 interior and exterior renovation activities will continue and will be serviced from Gate 11 (between the MBTA and E38).
- E37 interior work continues.
- All material deliveries to the loading dock will continue to come in from Main Street and exit at Carleton Street.
Site 5:
- Daily deliveries and removal of materials will take place from Amherst Street to Carleton Street or in and out through two Main Street gates.
- Utility work along Main Street continues.
- Interior work continues.
Open Space
- Pedestrian shifts are necessary as work continues on the sidewalk, concrete wall and steps along Carleton Street inside of the construction site.
- The northern section of the ambulance drop-off/pick-up ramp has reopened to allow patients to drive to the door from the south ramp entrance and continue straight to exit from the north ramp. Personnel are in place to direct patients to Medical from the lot.
- Preparations are underway to shift the Medical Lot and its entrance from Carleton to Amherst streets, (anticipated in mid- January).
- Work is underway between Carleton and the Media Lab (E14).
City – Ames Street and Memorial Drive Cycle Project
- The new intersection on Memorial Drive at Ames Street will be open to traffic by the end of December. This will allow Southbound traffic on Ames Street to cross Memorial Drive and head East. Eastbound Memorial Drive traffic will continue to use the Wadsworth Street U-turn lanes.
- Crews are finalizing work on the intersection’s new traffic signals.
- Bike lane striping is complete. Traffic delineators are installed.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Wadsworth Street – Phase 2 Roadway Conditions into December 2019
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic. (W1) The Sloan and Eastgate lot entrance is closed at Wadsworth Street.
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- Bicycles must be walked on the shared covered walkway.
- Gate 3 near the Muckley Building continues to be heavily used.
Main Street
- Construction access at Gate 1, located on Hayward Street off Main Street, continues to be a major entrance into the project for excavation and concrete.
- Gate 2 near Wadsworth Street will continue to be used.
- A Verizon line is being installed at the sidewalk in front of the Kendall Hotel across Dock Street to Site 5.
Amherst Street
- Depending on weather conditions sidewalk restoration may take place or be pushed to spring on the south side of the street near 70 Amherst Street. If it happens, the entrance stairs will be closed and residents will be directed to use the ramp. The sidewalk will be closed with pedestrians relocated to a walkway across the street along the construction site. (A1)
- Amherst Street remains one-way from Wadsworth Street toward Ames Street. Only police directed construction vehicles will have two-way access from Ames Street.
- Hayward Street, from Main Street to Amherst Street, remains closed for vehicle and pedestrian traffic.
- Sidewalk replacement work will continue and lighting install will start on the northern side of the road, including at Carleton Street and at Ames Street near the Media Lab.
General Construction Update
Kendall Garage:
- Reinforcement steel, concrete operations, and excavation will continue with trucking in and out of Gates 1,4,5,6, and 7 at Amherst, Hayward, Carleton, and Main Streets.
- Finishing of concrete underground may require extended hours on days of placements.
Site 3:
- Steel erection continues on the new lab building using the tower crane.
- Concrete slab placements are ongoing with trucks entering at Gates 1, 2 or 3. The finishing work will require extended hours.
- Hoist and loading dock installation is finishing up on Wadsworth Street with hoist operation planned within a week or two.
Site 4:
- E38 interior and exterior renovation activities will continue and will be serviced from Gate 11 (between the MBTA and E38).
- E37 interior work continues.
- All material deliveries to the loading dock will continue to come in from Main Street and exit at Carleton Street.
Site 5:
- Daily deliveries and removal of materials will take place from Amherst Street to Carleton Street or in and out through two Main Street gates.
- Utility work along Main Street continues.
- Interior work continues.
Open Space
- Pedestrian shifts are necessary as work continues on the sidewalk, concrete wall and steps along Carleton Street inside of the construction site.
- The northern section of the ambulance drop-off/pick-up ramp will reopen next week allowing patients to drive to the door from the south ramp entrance and continue straight to exit from the north ramp. Personnel are in place to direct patients to Medical from the lot.
- Work is underway between Carleton and the Media Lab (E14).
City – Ames Street and Memorial Drive Cycle Project
- The Eastbound and Westbound U-turn lanes on Memorial Drive at Ames Street are closed permanently to improve safety for cyclists and pedestrians crossing Memorial Drive. Eastbound traffic continues to use the Wadsworth Street U-turn lanes.
- Crews are finalizing work on the intersection’s new traffic signals.
- The metered parking on the East side of Ames Street has been removed. (AM1)
- Bike lane striping is complete. Traffic delineators are being installed.
- Crosswalk and handicap ramp reconfiguration at the Ames/Amherst intersection is complete.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Wadsworth Street – Phase 2 Roadway Conditions into December 2019
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic. (W1) The Sloan and Eastgate lot entrance is closed at Wadsworth Street.
- Sidewalk reconstruction is complete.
- The noisiest work will come from the intermittent use of vacuum trucks as Eversource Gas finishes work on the southern part of the street.
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- Bicycles must be walked on the shared covered walkway.
- Eversource Gas is completing work near the Hermann Garage and at the walkway in front of Eastgate. Walkway access will be maintained.
Main Street
- Construction access at Gate 1, located on Hayward Street off Main Street, continues to be a major entrance into the project for excavation and concrete.
- Gate 2 near Wadsworth Street will continue to be used.
- A Verizon line will be installed at the sidewalk in front of the Kendall Hotel across Dock Street to Site 5.
Amherst Street
- Depending on weather conditions sidewalk restoration may take place or be pushed to spring on the south side of the street near 70 Amherst Street. If it happens, the entrance stairs will be closed and residents will be directed to use the ramp. The sidewalk will be closed with pedestrians relocated to a walkway across the street along the construction site. (A1)
- Amherst Street remains one-way from Wadsworth Street toward Ames Street. Only police directed construction vehicles will have two-way access from Ames Street.
- Hayward Street, from Main Street to Amherst Street, remains closed for vehicle and pedestrian traffic.
- Sidewalk replacement work will continue and lighting install will start on the northern side of the road, including at Carleton Street and at Ames Street near the Media Lab.
General Construction Update
Kendall Garage:
- Reinforcement steel, concrete operations, and excavation will continue with trucking in and out of Gates 1,4,5,6, and 7 at Amherst, Hayward, Carleton, and Main Streets.
- Finishing of concrete underground may require extended hours on days of placements.
Site 3:
- Steel erection continues on the new lab building using the tower crane.
- Concrete slab placements are ongoing with trucks entering at Gates 1, 2 or 3. The finishing work will require extended hours.
- Hoist erection is ongoing on Wadsworth Street.
Site 4:
- E38 interior and exterior renovation activities will continue and will be serviced from Gate 11 (between the MBTA and E38).
- Interior work is underway.
- All material deliveries to the loading dock will continue to come in from Main Street and exit at Carleton Street.
Site 5:
- Daily deliveries and removal of materials will take place from Amherst Street to Carleton Street or in and out through two Main Street gates.
- Utility work along Main Street will begin.
- Interior work continues.
Open Space
- Pedestrian shifts are necessary as work continues on the sidewalk, concrete wall and steps along Carleton Street inside of the construction site.
- The ambulance drop-off/pick-up areas will shift back onto the South ambulance ramp as work progresses. Personnel are in place to direct patients to Medical from the lot.
- Work is underway between Carleton and the Media Lab (E14).
City – Ames Street and Memorial Drive Cycle Project
- The Eastbound and Westbound U-turn lanes on Memorial Drive at Ames Street will be closed for a few weeks to allow the reconfiguration of the intersection to improve safety for cyclists and pedestrians crossing Memorial Drive
- The metered parking on the East side of Ames Street has been removed. (AM1)
- Crosswalk and handicap ramp reconfiguration at the Ames/Amherst intersection will be ongoing through the end of November.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Wadsworth Street – Phase 2 Roadway Conditions into November 2019
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic. (W1) The Sloan and Eastgate lot entrance is closed at Wadsworth Street.
- Sidewalk reconstruction is finishing up.
- The noisiest work will come from the intermittent use of vacuum trucks.
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- Bicycles must be walked on the shared covered walkway.
- Eversource Gas is working near the Hermann Garage and at the walkway in front of Eastgate. Walkway access will be maintained.
Main Street
- Construction access at Gate 1, located on Hayward Street off Main Street, continues to be a major entrance into the project for excavation and concrete.
- Gate 2 near Wadsworth Street will continue to be used.
Amherst Street
- Line painting and permanent signage will take place.
- Sidewalk restoration will restart on the south side of the street near 70 Amherst Street. The entrance stairs will be closed and residents will be directed to use the ramp. The sidewalk will be closed with pedestrians relocated to a walkway across the street along the construction site. (A1)
- Amherst Street remains one-way from Wadsworth Street toward Ames Street. Only police directed construction vehicles will have two-way access from Ames Street.
- Hayward Street, from Main Street to Amherst Street, remains closed for vehicle and pedestrian traffic.
- Sidewalk replacement work will continue and lighting install will start on the northern side of the road, including at Carleton Street.
General Construction Update
Kendall Garage:
- Reinforcement steel, concrete operations, and excavation will continue with trucking in and out of Gates 1,4,5,6, and 7 at Amherst, Hayward, Carleton, and Main Streets.
- Finishing of concrete underground may require extended hours on days of placements.
Site 3:
- Steel work continues on the seventh floor of the new lab building using the tower crane.
- The mega crane will be disassembled and timber mats/gravel removed. Plate girder steel will be erected over the next 2 weeks. Due to the massive steel girders and cranes, there will be after hours work for deliveries and crane erection. After hours permits have been obtained for crane dismantling.
- Concrete slab placements are ongoing with trucks entering at Gates 1, 2 or 3. The finishing work will require extended hours.
Site 4:
- E38 interior and exterior renovation activities will continue and will be serviced from Gate 11 (between the MBTA and E38).
- Interior work is underway.
- All material deliveries to the loading dock will continue to come in from Main Street and exit at Carleton Street.
Site 5:
- Daily deliveries and removal of materials will take place from Amherst Street to Carleton Street or in and out through two Main Street gates.
- Utility work along Main Street will begin.
- Exterior façade work continues.
- Interior work is underway.
Open Space
- Pedestrian shifts are necessary as work continues on the sidewalk, concrete wall and steps along Carleton Street inside of the construction site.
- The ambulance drop-off/pick-up areas has shifted as work progresses on the south ambulance ramp. Personnel are in place to direct patients to Medical from the lot.
- Work is underway between Carleton and the Media Lab (E14).
City – Ames Street and Memorial Drive Cycle Project
- The Eastbound and Westbound U-turn lanes on Memorial Drive at Ames Street will be closed through November to allow the reconfiguration of the intersection to improve safety for cyclists and pedestrians crossing Memorial Drive
- The metered parking on the East side of Ames Street has been removed. (AM1)
- Crosswalk and handicap ramp reconfiguration at the Ames/Amherst intersection will be ongoing through the end of November.
- Line striping along Ames Street will occur during the week of November 11th.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Wadsworth Street – Phase 2 Roadway Conditions into November 2019
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic. (W1) The Sloan and Eastgate lot entrance is closed at Wadsworth Street.
- Construction vehicles and equipment continue to be set up and operate near Gate 3 and at the intersection with Amherst Street.
- The noisiest work will come from the intermittent use of vacuum trucks.
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- Bicycles must be walked on the shared covered walkway.
- Eversource Gas is working south near Memorial Drive.
- Utility structures are being raised and sidewalk installs are underway. (W2)
- The covered pedestrian walkway is scheduled to be closed from Thursday, October 24th through Monday, October 28th to accommodate a large crane at Site 3. An alternative route through the E55 lot will be set up with signage and police details.
Main Street
- Construction access at Gate 1, located on Hayward Street off Main Street, continues to be a major entrance into the project for excavation and concrete.
- Gate 2 near Wadsworth Street will continue to be used.
Amherst Street
- Line painting and permanent signage will take place.
- Sidewalk restoration will continue on the south side of the street near 70 Amherst Street. The sidewalk will be closed with pedestrians relocated to a walkway across the street along the construction site, guided with jersey barriers, street cones and rails. (A1)
- Amherst Street remains one-way from Wadsworth Street toward Ames Street. Only police directed construction vehicles will have two-way access from Ames Street.
- Hayward Street, from Main Street to Amherst Street, remains closed for vehicle and pedestrian traffic.
- Sidewalk replacement work will continue and lighting install will start on the northern side of the road, including at Carleton Street.
General Construction Update
Kendall Garage:
- Reinforcement steel, concrete operations, and excavation will continue with trucking in and out of Gates 1,4,5,6, and 7 at Amherst, Hayward, Carleton, and Main Streets.
- Finishing of concrete underground may require extended hours on days of placements.
Site 3:
- Steel work continues on the seven floors of the new lab building using the tower crane.
- Plate girder steel will be erected over the next 2 weeks. Due to the massive steel girders and cranes, there will be after hours work for deliveries and crane erection. After hours permits have been obtained for off hour steel deliveries, crane erection and crane dismantling.
- Concrete slab placements is ongoing with trucks entering at Gates 1, 2 or 3. The finishing work will require extended hours.
Site 4:
- E38 interior and exterior renovation activities will continue and will be serviced from Gate 11 (between the MBTA and E38).
- Interior work is underway.
- All material deliveries to the loading dock will continue to come in from Main Street and exit at Carleton Street.
Site 5:
- Daily deliveries and removal of materials will take place from Amherst Street to Carleton Street or in and out through two Main Street gates.
- Utility work along Main Street will begin.
- Exterior façade work continues.
- Interior work is underway.
Open Space
- Pedestrian shifts are necessary as work continues on the sidewalk, concrete wall and steps along Carleton Street inside of the construction site.
- The ambulance drop-off/pick-up areas will shift as work progresses on the south ambulance ramp.
- Work is underway between Carleton and the Media Lab (E14).
City – Ames Street and Memorial Drive Cycle Project
- The Eastbound and Westbound U-turn lanes on Memorial Drive at Ames Street will be closed through November to allow the reconfiguration of the intersection to improve safety for cyclists and pedestrians crossing Memorial Drive
- The metered parking on the East side of Ames Street has been removed. (AM1)
- Traffic will continue to be one-way northbound from Amherst to Main Street from 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM only.
- Crosswalk and handicap ramp reconfiguration at the Ames/Amherst intersection will be ongoing through the end of October.
To minimize traffic disruptions a one-night street milling activity is planned on Ames Street between Memorial Drive and the mid-block crosswalk between E15 and E17 from 7:00 PM to 5:00 AM during the week of November 4th.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Wadsworth Street – Phase 2 Roadway Conditions into October 2019
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic. (W1) The Sloan and Eastgate lot entrance is closed at Wadsworth Street.
- Construction vehicles and equipment continue to be set up and operate near Gate 3 and at the intersection with Amherst Street.
- The noisiest work will come from the intermittent use of vacuum trucks.
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- Bicycles must be walked on the shared covered walkway.
- Utility structures are being raised and sidewalk installs will take place. (W2)
- The covered pedestrian walkway is scheduled to be closed from Friday, October 25th through Monday, October 28th to accommodate a large crane at Site 3. An alternative route through the E55 lot will be set up with signage and police details.
Main Street
- Construction access at Gate 1, located on Hayward Street off Main Street, continues to be a major entrance into the project for excavation and concrete.
- Gate 2 near Wadsworth Street will continue to be used.
- Eversource Gas is working east of Wadsworth Street.
Amherst Street
- Line painting and permanent signage will take place.
- Sidewalk restoration will continue on the south side of the street near 70 Amherst Street. The sidewalk will be closed with pedestrians relocated to a walkway across the street along the construction site, guided with jersey barriers, street cones and rails. (A1)
- Amherst Street remains one-way from Wadsworth Street toward Ames Street. Only police directed construction vehicles will have two-way access from Ames Street.
- Hayward Street, from Main Street to Amherst Street, remains closed for vehicle and pedestrian traffic.
- Eversource gas is working from Ames Street in front of 70 Amherst Street, E2. (A2)
- Sidewalk replacement work will continue and lighting install will start on the northern side of the road, including at Carleton Street.
General Construction Update
Kendall Garage:
- Reinforcement steel, concrete operations, and excavation will continue with trucking in and out of Gates 1,4,5,6, and 7 at Amherst, Hayward, Carleton, and Main Streets.
- Finishing of concrete underground may require extended hours on days of placements.
Site 3:
- Steel work continues on the first six floors of the new lab building with crews moving towards the middle of the building and using the tower crane.
- Preparations are underway for installation of large cranes on site at Wadsworth Street and near Hayward Street and the Muckley Building, including closing the E40 loading dock to vehicles. Gravel deliveries will be through Gates 3 and 4.
- Concrete slab placements is ongoing with trucks entering at Gates 1, 2 or 3. The finishing work will require extended hours.
Site 4:
- E38 interior and exterior renovation activities will continue and will be serviced from Gate 11 (between the MBTA and E38).
- Interior work is underway.
- All material deliveries to the loading dock will continue to come in from Main Street and exit at Carleton Street.
Site 5:
- The tower crane on the south side will be disassembled on Friday, October 18th to Sunday, October 20th from 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM, and the trailers will be loaded out onto Carleton Street.
- Daily deliveries and removal of materials will take place from Amherst Street to Carleton Street or in and out through two Main Street gates.
- Utility work along Main Street will begin.
- Exterior façade work continues.
- Interior work is underway.
Open Space
- Pedestrian shifts are necessary as work continues on the sidewalk, concrete wall and steps along Carleton Street inside of the construction site.
- The ambulance drop-off/pick-up areas will shift as work progresses on the south ambulance ramp.
- Work is underway between Carleton and the Media Lab (E14).
City – Ames Street and Memorial Drive Cycle Project
- The Eastbound and Westbound U-turn lanes on Memorial Drive at Ames Street will be closed through November to allow the reconfiguration of the intersection to improve safety for cyclists and pedestrians crossing Memorial Drive
- The metered parking on the East side of Ames Street has been removed. (AM1)
- Traffic will continue to be one-way northbound from Amherst to Main Street from 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM only.
- Crosswalk and handicap ramp reconfiguration at the Ames/Amherst intersection will be ongoing through the end of October.
To minimize traffic disruptions a two-night street paving activity is planned on Ames Street and Memorial Drive from 7:00 PM to 5:00 AM during the week of October 21st.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Wadsworth Street – Phase 2 Roadway Conditions into October 2019
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic. (W1) The Sloan and Eastgate lot entrance is closed at Wadsworth Street.
- Construction vehicles and equipment continue to be set up and operate in this area and at the intersection with Amherst Street.
- The noisiest work will come from the intermittent use of vacuum trucks.
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- Bicycles must be walked on the shared covered walkway.
- Paving the binder course of Wadsworth Street from Memorial Drive onto Amherst Street is anticipated to take place on Friday, October 4th. One lane of traffic will be maintained at times on gravel. (W2)
Main Street
- Construction access at Gate 1, located on Hayward Street off Main Street, continues to be a major entrance into the project for excavation and concrete.
- Gate 2 near Wadsworth Street will continue to be used.
- Eversource Gas is working east of Wadsworth Street.
- Lyft station removal is ongoing near the MBTA Main Headhouse causing pedestrian access shifts.
Amherst Street
- Final paving on Amherst Street is scheduled for Saturday, September 28th. Amherst Street will be closed from Wadsworth to Ames Street that day as well.
- Sidewalk restoration will continue on the south side of the street near 70 Amherst Street. The sidewalk will be closed with pedestrians relocated to a walkway across the street along the construction site, guided with jersey barriers, street cones and rails. (A1)
- Amherst Street remains one-way from Wadsworth Street toward Ames Street. Only police directed construction vehicles will have two-way access from Ames Street.
- Hayward Street, from Main Street to Amherst Street, remains closed for vehicle and pedestrian traffic.
- Eversource gas is working from Ames Street in front of 70 Amherst Street, E2. (A2)
- Cable pulls will take place at the manholes on Saturdays.
General Construction Update
Kendall Garage:
- Reinforcement steel, concrete operations, and excavation will continue with trucking in and out of Gates 1,4,5,6, and 7 at Amherst, Hayward, Carleton, and Main Streets.
- Finishing of concrete underground may require extended hours on days of placements.
Site 3:
- Steel work continues on the first six floors of the new lab building with crews moving towards the middle of the building and using the tower crane.
- Preparations are underway for installation of large cranes on site at Wadsworth Street and near Hayward Street and the Muckley Building, including closing the E40 loading dock to vehicles. Gravel deliveries will be through Gates 3 and 4.
- Concrete slab placements will begin with trucks entering at Gates 1, 2 or 3. The finishing work will require extended hours.
Site 4:
- E38 interior and exterior renovation activities will continue and will be serviced from Gate 11 (between the MBTA and E38).
- Interior work is underway.
- All material deliveries to the loading dock will continue to come in from Main Street and exit at Carleton Street.
- Infrastructure cable pulls on Ames, Amherst, Charlton, and Hayward Streets, are currently scheduled for Saturday September 28th.
Site 5:
- The tower crane on the south side will be disassembled on Friday, October 4th to Sunday, October 6th from 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM, and the trailers will be loaded out onto Carleton Street.
- Daily deliveries and removal of materials will take place from Amherst Street to Carleton Street or in and out through two Main Street gates.
- Utility work along Main Street will begin.
- Exterior façade work continues.
- Interior work is underway.
Open Space
- Work continues on the concrete wall and steps along Carleton Street inside of the construction site.
- Paving is anticipated on the northern end of MIT Medical’s ambulance ramp at the end of the first week of October followed by demolition of the southern half of the ramp.
- The site fence on Dock Street will be relocated closer to the hotel to install curbing and new sidewalk inside the site.
- Only one entrance /exit lane is available for ambulance drop-off/pick-up.
- Work is underway between Carleton and the Media Lab (E14).
City – Ames Street and Memorial Drive Cycle Project
- The Eastbound and Westbound U-turn lanes on Memorial Drive at Ames Street will be closed through November to allow the reconfiguration of the intersection to improve safety for cyclists and pedestrians crossing Memorial Drive.
- The metered parking on the East side of Ames Street has been removed. (AM1)
- Beginning the week of the first week of October from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM only, traffic will be one-way northbound from Amherst to Main Street.
To minimize traffic disruptions a one-night street milling activity is planned from 7:00 PM to 5:00 AM during the first two weeks of October.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Wadsworth Street – Phase 2 Roadway Conditions into September 2019
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic. (W1) The Sloan and Eastgate lot entrance is closed at Wadsworth Street.
- Construction vehicles and equipment continue to be set up and operate in this area and at the intersection with Amherst Street.
- The noisiest work will come from the intermittent use of vacuum trucks.
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- Bicycles must be walked on the shared covered walkway.
- Tel/com cable work will take place.
- The full build of Wadsworth Street from Memorial Drive onto Amherst Street is ongoing. One lane of traffic will be maintained at times on gravel. (W2)
Main Street
- Construction access at Gate 1, located on Hayward Street off Main Street, continues to be a major entrance into the project for excavation and concrete.
- Eversource Gas is working east of Wadsworth Street.
Amherst Street
- Full build on Amherst Street continues. Sidewalk restoration will continue on the south side of the street near 70 Amherst Street. The sidewalk will be closed with pedestrians relocated to a walkway across the street along the construction site, guided with jersey barriers, street cones and rails. (A1)
- Amherst Street remains one-way from Wadsworth Street toward Ames Street. Only police directed construction vehicles will have two-way access from Ames Street.
- Hayward Street, from Main Street to Amherst Street, remains closed for vehicle and pedestrian traffic.
- Eversource gas is working from Ames Street in front of 70 Amherst Street, E2. (A2)
- Cable pulls will take place at the manholes on Saturdays.
General Construction Update
Kendall Garage:
- Reinforcement steel, concrete operations, and excavation will continue with trucking in and out of Gates 1,4,5,6, and 7 at Amherst, Hayward, Carleton, and Main Streets.
- Finishing of concrete underground may require extended hours on days of placements.
Site 3:
- Steel work continues on the first six floors of the new lab building with crews moving towards the middle of the building and using the tower crane.
- Preparations will be underway for installation of large cranes on site at Wadsworth and near Hayward Street and the Muckley Building, including closing the E40 loading dock to vehicles. Gravel deliveries will be through Gates 3 and 4.
- Concrete slab placements will begin towards the end of the month with trucks entering at Gates 1, 2 or 3. The finishing work will require extended hours.
Site 4:
- E38 interior and exterior renovation activities will continue and will be serviced from Gate 11 (between the MBTA and E38).
- Interior work is underway.
- All material deliveries to the loading dock will continue to come in from Main Street and exit at Carleton Street.
- Preparations for the supplied steam turn-on are underway. Testing of line is scheduled for Saturday, September 14th, with steam blow-down (this activity will be loud with a high plume of steam for at least an hour) anticipated for the weekends of Saturday the 21st and the 28th.
- Infrastructure cable pulls on Ames, Amherst, Charlton, and Hayward Streets, are currently scheduled for Saturday September 14th, 21st, and 28th.
Site 5:
- The tower crane on Main Street will be disassembled on Saturday, September 14th and Sunday, September 15th from 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM, and the trailers will be loaded out onto Carleton Street.
- Daily deliveries of steel, concrete and removal of materials will take place from Amherst Street to Carleton Street or in and out through two Main Street gates.
- Exterior façade work continues.
- Interior work is underway.
Open Space
- Work continues on the concrete wall and steps along Carleton Street inside of the construction site.
- The site fence on Dock Street will be relocated closer to the hotel to install curbing and new sidewalk inside the site.
- Only one entrance /exit lane is available for ambulance drop-off/pick-up.
- Work is underway between Carleton and the Media Lab (E14).
City – Ames Street and Memorial Drive Cycle Project
- The Eastbound and Westbound U-turn lanes on Memorial Drive at Ames Street will be closed through November to allow the reconfiguration of the intersection to improve safety for cyclists and pedestrians crossing Memorial Drive.
- The metered parking on the East side of Ames Street has been removed. (AM1)
- Beginning the week of September 23rd from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM only, traffic will be one-way northbound from Amherst to Main Street.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Wadsworth Street – Phase 2 Roadway Conditions into September 2019
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic. (W1) The Sloan and Eastgate lot entrance is closed at Wadsworth Street.
- Construction vehicles and equipment continue to be set up and operate in this area and at the intersection with Amherst Street.
- The noisiest work will come from the intermittent use of vacuum trucks.
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- Bicycles must be walked on the shared covered walkway.
- Tel/com cable work will take place.
- The full build of Wadsworth Street from Memorial Drive onto Amherst Street will begin on Tuesday, September 3rd with pavement demolition and regrading starting on the E51 side of the street, one lane of vehicular traffic will be maintained. Vehicles will need to travel on gravel during this work. (W2)
- A large crane that has been installing steel for the Site 3 Building will be removed at the end of the first week of September. (W3)
Main Street
- Construction access at Gate 1, located on Hayward Street off Main Street, continues to be a major entrance into the project for excavation and concrete.
- Eversource Gas is working east of Wadsworth Street.
Amherst Street
- Full build on Amherst Street continues. Sidewalk restoration will continue on the south side of the street near 100 Memorial Drive and move towards 70 Amherst Street. The sidewalk will be closed with pedestrians relocated to a walkway across the street along the construction site, guided with jersey barriers, street cones and rails. (A1)
- Amherst Street remains one-way from Wadsworth Street toward Ames Street. Only police directed construction vehicles will have two-way access from Ames Street.
- Hayward Street, from Main Street to Amherst Street, remains closed for vehicle and pedestrian traffic.
- Eversource gas is working from Ames Street in front of 70 Amherst Street, E2. (A2)
General Construction Update
Kendall Garage:
- Reinforcement steel, concrete operations, and excavation will continue with trucking in and out of Gates 1,4,5,6, and 7 at Amherst, Hayward, Carleton, and Main Streets.
- Finishing of concrete underground will require extended hours on days of placements.
Site 3:
- Concrete core work continues with trucks entering from Gate 1 onto Hayward Street.
- Steel work will begin on the first six floors of the new lab building with crews moving towards the middle of the building and using the tower crane.
Site 4:
- E38 interior and exterior renovation activities will continue and will be serviced from Gate 11 (between the MBTA and E38).
- Interior work is underway.
- All material deliveries to the loading dock will continue to come in from Main Street and exit at Carleton Street.
Site 5:
- Daily deliveries of steel, concrete and removal of materials will take place from Amherst Street to Carleton Street or in and out through two Main Street gates.
- Exterior façade work continues.
- Interior work is underway.
Open Space:
- Demolition of the existing wall and steps along Carleton Street will take place inside of the construction site.
- Site fencing will be installed at the Medical Building driveway. Only one entrance /exit lane is available for ambulance drop-off/pick-up.
- Work is underway between Carleton and the Media Lab (E14).
City – Ames Street and Memorial Drive Cycle Project
- The Eastbound and Westbound U-turn lanes on Memorial Drive at Ames Street will be closed through November to allow the reconfiguration of the intersection to improve safety for cyclists and pedestrians crossing Memorial Drive.
- The metered parking on the East side of Ames Street has been removed. (AM1)
- Beginning the week of September 9th from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM only, traffic will be one-way northbound between Amherst and Main Street.
Police details will be utilized throughout the project area to assist with pedestrian and vehicular traffic.
Large equipment will be removed and brought back to the site daily. This activity may occur after hours but no disruptions are expected.
Saturday Work – General construction activities will continue on Saturdays. Work will occur within the City of Cambridge allowable work hours, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Wadsworth Street – Phase 2 Roadway Conditions into August 2019
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic. (W1) The Sloan and Eastgate lot entrance is closed at Wadsworth Street.
- Construction vehicles and equipment continue to be set up and operate in this area and at the intersection with Amherst Street.
- The noisiest work will come from the intermittent use of vacuum trucks.
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- Bicycles must be walked on the shared walkway.
- Eversource electric and gas work to continue.
- Tel/com cable work will take place.
- The full build of Wadsworth Street from Memorial Drive onto Amherst Street may begin in early September with pavement demolition and regrading, one lane of vehicular traffic will be maintained. Vehicles will need to travel on gravel during this work. (W2)
- A new covered walkway structure is in operation.
- A large crane now installed on the closed section of the street will begin installing steel for the Site 3 Building. (W3)
Main Street
- Construction access at Gate 1, located on Hayward Street off Main Street, continues to be a major entrance into the project for excavation and concrete.
- Eversource Gas is working east of Wadsworth Street.
Amherst Street
- Full build on Amherst Street continues. Sidewalk restoration is underway and will be starting on the south side of the street near 100 Memorial Drive. The sidewalk will be closed with pedestrians relocated to a walkway across the street along the construction site, guided with jersey barriers, street cones and rails. (A1)
- Amherst Street remains one-way from Wadsworth Street toward Ames Street. Only police directed construction vehicles will have two-way access from Ames Street.
- Hayward Street, from Main Street to Amherst Street, remains closed for vehicle and pedestrian traffic.
- Eversource gas is working from Ames Street in front of 70 Amherst Street, E2. (A2)
General Construction Update
Kendall Garage:
- Reinforcement steel, concrete operations, and excavation will continue with trucking in and out of Gates 1,4,5,6, and 7 at Amherst, Hayward, Carleton, and Main Streets.
- Finishing of concrete underground will require extended hours on days of placements.
Site 3:
- Concrete core work continues with trucks entering from Gate 1 onto Hayward Street.
- Steel work will begin on the first six floors of the new lab building.
Site 4:
- E38 interior and exterior renovation activities will continue and will be serviced from Gate 11 (between the MBTA and E38).
- Utility connections south of the MBTA head house have been completed.
- Interior work is underway.
- All material deliveries will continue to come from Main Street.
Site 5:
- Daily deliveries of steel, concrete and removal of materials will take place from Amherst Street to Carleton Street or in and out through two Main Street gates.
- Exterior façade work continues.
- Interior work is underway.
Open Space:
- Demolition of the existing wall and steps along Carleton Street will take place inside of the construction site.
- Site fencing will be installed at the Medical Building driveway. Only one entrance /exit lane is available for ambulance drop-off/pick-up.
- Work is underway between Carleton and the Media Lab (E14).
City – Ames Street and Memorial Drive Cycle Project
- The Eastbound and Westbound U-turn lanes on Memorial Drive at Ames Street will be closed through November to allow the reconfiguration of the intersection to improve safety for cyclists and pedestrians crossing Memorial Drive.
- The metered parking on the East side of Ames Street will be removed beginning August 19th. (AM1)
- Beginning the week of August 26th from 9 am to 3 pm only, traffic will be one-way northbound between Amherst and Main Street.
Police details will be utilized throughout the project area to assist with pedestrian and vehicular traffic.
Large equipment will be removed and brought back to the site daily. This activity may occur after hours but no disruptions are expected.
Saturday Work – General construction activities will continue on Saturdays. Work will occur within the City of Cambridge allowable work hours, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Wadsworth Street – Phase 2 Roadway Conditions into August 2019
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic. (W1) The Sloan and Eastgate lot entrance is closed at Wadsworth Street.
- Construction vehicles and equipment continue to be set up and operate in this area and at the intersection with Amherst Street.
- The noisiest work will come from the intermittent use of vacuum trucks.
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- Bicycles must be walked on the shared walkway.
- Eversource electric and gas work to continue.
- Tel/com cable work will take place.
- The full build of Wadsworth Street from Memorial Drive onto Amherst Street may begin with pavement demolition and regrading, one lane of vehicular traffic will be maintained. Vehicles will need to travel on gravel during this work. (W2)
- The pedestrian walkway will shift as a new walkway structure is built with overhead protection for future Site 3 building work.
Main Street
- Construction access at Gate 1, located on Hayward Street off Main Street, continues to be a major entrance into the project for excavation and concrete.
- Eversource Gas is working east of Wadsworth Street.
Amherst Street
- Full build on Amherst Street continues. Sidewalk restoration is underway. (A1)
- Amherst Street remains one-way from Wadsworth Street toward Ames Street. Only police directed construction vehicles will have two-way access from Ames Street.
- Hayward Street, from Main Street to Amherst Street, remains closed for vehicle and pedestrian traffic.
- Eversource gas is working from Ames Street in front of 70 Amherst Street, E2. (A2)
- Chilled water work involving vacuum trucks may take place in front of Muckley Building, E40. (A3)
General Construction Update
Kendall Garage:
- Reinforcement steel, concrete operations, and excavation will continue with trucking in and out of Gates 1,4,5,6, and 7 at Amherst, Hayward, Carleton, and Main Streets.
- Finishing of concrete underground will require extended hours on days of placements.
Site 3:
- Concrete core work continues with trucks entering from Gate 1 onto Hayward Street.
Site 4:
- E38 interior and exterior renovation activities will continue and will be serviced from Gate 11 (between the MBTA and E38).
- Utility connections will be installed south of the MBTA head house have been completed.
- All material deliveries will continue to come from Main Street.
- Tower crane removal will begin on Friday, August 9th with removal complete by August 10th
Site 5:
- Daily deliveries of steel, concrete and removal of materials will take place from Amherst Street to Carleton Street or in and out through two Main Street gates.
- Exterior façade work continues.
Open Space:
- Demolition of the existing wall and steps along Carleton Street will take place inside of the construction site.
- Site fencing will be installed at the Medical Building driveway. Only one entrance /exit lane is available for ambulance drop-off/pick-up.
- Work is underway between Carleton and the Media Lab (E14) requiring relocation of the bike racks. Signage is posted.
City – Ames Street and Memorial Drive Cycle Project
- The Eastbound and Westbound U-turn lanes on Memorial Drive at Ames Street will be closed through November to allow the reconfiguration of the intersection to improve safety for cyclists and pedestrians crossing Memorial Drive.
Police details will be utilized throughout the project area to assist with pedestrian and vehicular traffic.
Large equipment will be removed and brought back to the site daily. This activity may occur after hours but no disruptions are expected.
Saturday Work – General construction activities will continue on Saturdays. Work will occur within the City of Cambridge allowable work hours, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Wadsworth Street – Phase 2 Roadway Conditions into August 2019
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic. (W1) The Sloan and Eastgate lot entrance is closed at Wadsworth Street.
- Construction vehicles and equipment continue to be set up and operate in this area and at the intersection with Amherst Street.
- The noisiest work will come from the intermittent use of vacuum trucks.
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- Bicycles must be walked on the shared walkway.
- Eversource electric work to continue.
- Tel/com cable work.
- Regrading is underway for the full rebuild from Amherst to Main Street, requiring a tightening of the sidewalk.
- More Eversource gas and electric work needs to be incorporated the full build of Wadsworth Street from Memorial Drive onto Amherst Street. The timing and phasing is being reworked.
Main Street
- Construction access at Gate 1, located on Hayward Street off Main Street, continues to be a major entrance into the project for excavation and concrete.
- Eversource Gas is working east of Wadsworth Street.
Amherst Street
- Full build on Amherst Street continues. Sidewalk restoration is underway. (A1)
- Amherst Street remains one-way from Wadsworth Street toward Ames Street. Only police directed construction vehicles will have two-way access from Ames Street.
- Hayward Street, from Main Street to Amherst Street, remains closed for vehicle and pedestrian traffic.
General Construction Update
Kendall Garage:
- Reinforcement steel, concrete operations, and excavation will continue with trucking in and out of Gates 1,4,5,6, and 7 at Amherst, Hayward, Carleton, and Main Streets.
- Finishing of concrete underground will require extended hours on days of placements.
Site 3:
- Concrete core work continues with trucks entering from Gate 1 onto Hayward Street.
Site 4:
- E38 interior and exterior renovation activities will continue and will be serviced from Gate 11 (between the MBTA and E38).
- Utility connections will be installed south of the MBTA head house have been completed.
- The concrete super-structure is complete.
- All material deliveries will continue to come from Main Street.
Site 5:
- Daily deliveries of steel, concrete and removal of materials will take place from Amherst Street to Carleton Street or in and out through two Main Street gates.
- Exterior façade work continues.
Open Space:
- Demolition of the existing wall and steps along Carleton Street will take place inside of the construction site.
- Site fencing will be installed at the Medical Building driveway. Only one entrance /exit lane will be available for ambulance drop-off / pick-up.
- Work is underway between Carleton and the Media Lab (E14) requiring relocation of the bike racks. Signage is posted.
City – Ames Street and Memorial Drive Cycle Project
- Beginning Tuesday, July 23rd at 9:00 AM the Eastbound and Westbound U-turn lanes on Memorial Drive will temporarily be closed through November to allow the reconfiguration of the intersection to improve safety for cyclists and pedestrians crossing Memorial Drive.
Police details will be utilized throughout the project area to assist with pedestrian and vehicular traffic.
Large equipment will be removed and brought back to the site daily. This activity may occur after hours but no disruptions are expected.
Saturday Work – General construction activities will continue on Saturdays. Work will occur within the City of Cambridge allowable work hours, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Wadsworth Street – Phase 2 Roadway Conditions into July 2019
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic. (W1) The Sloan and Eastgate lot entrance is closed at Wadsworth Street.
- Construction vehicles and equipment continue to be set up and operate in this area and at the intersection with Amherst Street.
- The noisiest work will come from the intermittent use of vacuum trucks.
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- Bicycles must be walked on the shared walkway.
- Eversource Gas work is continuing.
- Sidewalk shifts will be needed as Eversource Electric work continues into the existing sidewalk in mid-July.
- More Eversource gas and electric work needs to be incorporated the full build of Wadsworth Street from Memorial Drive onto Amherst Street. The timing and phasing is being reworked.
Main Street
- Construction access at Gate 1, located on Hayward Street off Main Street, continues to be a major entrance into the project for excavation and concrete
Amherst Street
- Full build on Amherst Street continues. Sidewalk restoration will begin in mid-July. (A1)
- Amherst Street remains one-way from Wadsworth Street toward Ames Street. Only police directed construction vehicles will have two-way access from Ames Street.
- Hayward Street, from Main Street to Amherst Street, remains closed for vehicle and pedestrian traffic.
General Construction Update
Kendall Garage:
- Reinforcement steel, concrete operations, and excavation will continue with trucking in and out of Gates 1,4,5,6, and 7 at Amherst, Hayward, Carleton, and Main Streets.
- Finishing of concrete underground will require extended hours on days of placements.
Site 3:
- Concrete core work will continue with trucks entering from Gate 1 onto Hayward Street.
- Pre-trenching begins for drilled mini piles for the mega crane base on the south side of the site, near E40.
Site 4:
- E38 interior and exterior renovation activities will continue and will be serviced from Gate 11 (Between the MBTA and E38).
- Utility connections will be installed south of the MBTA head house.
- The concrete super-structure is complete and will begin to be de-mobilized.
Site 5:
- Daily deliveries of steel, concrete and removal of materials will take place from Amherst Street to Carleton Street or in and out through two Main Street gates.
- Steel installation is finishing up the 19th floor.
Open Space:
- Demolition of the existing wall and steps along Carleton Street will take place inside of the construction site.
- Site fencing will be installed at the Medical Building driveway. Only one entrance /exit lane will be available for ambulance drop-off / pick-up.
Police details will be utilized throughout the project area to assist with pedestrian and vehicular traffic.
Large equipment will be removed and brought back to the site daily. This activity may occur after hours but no disruptions are expected.
Saturday Work – General construction activities will continue on Saturdays. Work will occur within the City of Cambridge allowable work hours, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Wadsworth Street – Phase 2 Roadway Conditions into July 2019
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic. (W1) The Sloan and Eastgate lot entrance is closed at Wadsworth Street.
- Construction vehicles and equipment continue to be set up and operate in this area and at the intersection with Amherst Street.
- The noisiest work will come from the intermittent use of vacuum trucks.
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- Bicycles must be walked on the shared walkway.
- Eversource Gas work will be complete in the next couple of weeks.
- Sidewalk shifts will be needed as Eversource Electric work continues into the existing sidewalk in mid-June.
- More Eversource gas and electric work needs to be incorporated for the full build of Wadsworth Street from Memorial Drive onto Amherst Street. The timing and phasing is being reworked.
Main Street
- Construction access at Gate 1, located on Hayward Street off Main Street, continues to be a major entrance into the project for excavation and concrete
Amherst Street
- Full build on Amherst Street continues. The final binder work is scheduled for Monday, June 24th, weather permitting. (A1). Casting and sidewalk work will continue for the next month.
- Amherst Street remains one-way from Wadsworth Street toward Ames Street. Only police directed construction vehicles will have two-way access from Ames Street.
- Hayward Street, from Main Street to Amherst Street, remains closed for vehicle and pedestrian traffic.
- Sidewalk and curb reconstruction will take place along the north side of Amherst Street.
General Construction Update
Kendall Garage:
- Reinforcement steel, concrete operations, and excavation will continue with trucking in and out of Gates 1,4,5,6, and 7 at Amherst, Hayward, Carleton, and Main Streets.
- Finishing of concrete underground will require extended hours on days of placements.
Site 3:
- Concrete core work will continue with trucks entering from Gate 1 onto Hayward Street.
- Pre-trenching begins for drilled mini piles for the mega crane base on the south side of the site, near E40.
Site 4:
- E38 interior and exterior renovation activities will continue and will be serviced from Gate 11 (between the MBTA and E38).
- Utility connections will be installed south of the MBTA head house.
- Mega panel installation finishes up 2nd shift, from 3:00 PM to midnight at the end of June.
Site 5:
- Daily deliveries of steel, concrete and removal of materials will take place from Amherst Street to Carleton Street or in and out through two Main Street gates.
- Steel installation is finishing up the 19th floor.
Open Space:
- Demolition of the existing wall and steps along Carleton Street will take place inside of the construction site.
- Site fencing has been installed at the Medical Building driveway. Only one entrance /exit lane is available for ambulance drop-off / pick-up.
Police details will be utilized throughout the project area to assist with pedestrian and vehicular traffic.
Large equipment will be removed and brought back to the site daily. This activity may occur after hours but no disruptions are expected.
Saturday Work – General construction activities will continue on Saturdays. Work will occur within the City of Cambridge allowable work hours, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Wadsworth Street – Phase 2 Roadway Conditions into June 2019
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic. (W1) The Sloan and Eastgate lot entrance is closed at Wadsworth Street.
- Construction vehicles and equipment continue to be set up and operate in this area and at the intersection with Amherst Street.
- The noisiest work will come from the intermittent use of vacuum trucks.
- Drainage installation is ongoing.
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- Bicycles must be walked on the shared walkway.
- Eversource Gas work is continuing.
- Sidewalk shifts will be needed as Eversource Electric work continues into the existing sidewalk in mid-June.
- More Eversource gas and electric work needs to be incorporated the full build of Wadsworth Street from Memorial Drive onto Amherst Street. The timing and phasing is being reworked.
Main Street
- Construction access at Gate 1, located on Hayward Street off Main Street, continues to be a major entrance into the project for excavation and concrete
Amherst Street
- Full build on Amherst Street continues. The week of June 10th vehicular traffic will be moved to the south side of Amherst on gravel as crews will move to the north side of the street. The binder course is scheduled to be paved for three days in mid-June. Access to all driveways will be maintained (A1)
- Amherst Street remains one-way from Wadsworth Street toward Ames Street. Only police directed construction vehicles will have two-way access from Ames Street.
- Hayward Street, from Main Street to Amherst Street, remains closed for vehicle and pedestrian traffic.
General Construction Update
Kendall Garage:
- Reinforcement steel, concrete operations, and excavation will continue with trucking in and out of Gates 1,4,5,6, and 7 at Amherst, Hayward, Carleton, and Main Streets.
- Finishing of concrete underground will require extended hours on days of placements.
Site 3:
- Concrete core work will continue with trucks entering from Gate 1 onto Hayward Street.
- Pre-trenching begins for drilled mini piles for the mega crane base on the south side of the site, near E40.
Site 4:
- E38 interior and exterior renovation activities will continue and will be serviced from Gate 11 (Between the MBTA and E38).
- Utility connections will be installed south of the MBTA head house.
- The concrete super-structure is complete and will begin to be de-mobilized.
- Mega panel installation continues on 2nd shift, from 3:00 PM to midnight.
Site 5:
- Daily deliveries of steel, concrete and removal of materials will take place from Amherst Street to Carleton Street or in and out through two Main Street gates.
- Steel installation is finishing up the 19th floor.
Open Space:
- Demolition of the existing wall and steps along Carleton Street will take place inside of the construction site.
- Site fencing will be installed at the Medical Building driveway. Only one entrance /exit lane will be available for ambulance drop-off / pick-up.
Police details will be utilized throughout the project area to assist with pedestrian and vehicular traffic.
Large equipment will be removed and brought back to the site daily. This activity may occur after hours but no disruptions are expected.
Saturday Work – General construction activities will continue on Saturdays. Work will occur within the City of Cambridge allowable work hours, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm
Street and Sidewalk Impacts *
* No work will take place on any site Commencement Day Friday, June 7th.
Wadsworth Street – Phase 2 Roadway Conditions into June 2019
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic. (W1) The Sloan and Eastgate lot entrance is closed at Wadsworth Street through this phase.
- Construction vehicles and equipment continue to be set up and operate in this area and at the intersection with Amherst Street.
- The noisiest work will come from the intermittent use of vacuum trucks.
- Drainage installation is ongoing.
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- Bicycles must be walked on the shared walkway.
- Eversource Gas work is continuing.
- Eversource Electric work is ongoing.
- More Eversource gas and electric work needs to be incorporated the full build of Wadsworth Street from Memorial Drive onto Amherst Street. The timing and phasing is being reworked.
Main Street
- Construction access at Gate 1, located on Hayward Street off Main Street, continues to be a major entrance into the project for excavation and concrete
- On Saturday morning, June 1, Cambridge Fire Department trucks and personnel will be between Hayward Street and the MBTA headhouse to conduct a drill at Site 4.
Amherst Street
- Full build on the south side of Amherst Street will continue, extending between Wadsworth Street and E2, 70 Amherst Street with vehicular traffic maintained on the north side. (A1)
- Amherst Street remains one-way from Wadsworth Street toward Ames Street. Only police directed construction vehicles will have two-way access from Ames Street.
- Hayward Street, from Main Street to Amherst Street, remains closed for vehicle and pedestrian traffic.
General Construction Update
Kendall Garage:
- Reinforcement steel, concrete operations, and excavation will continue with trucking in and out of Gates 1,4,5,6, and 7 at Amherst, Hayward, Carleton, and Main Streets.
- Finishing of concrete underground will require extended hours on days of placements.
Site 3:
- Concrete core work will continue with trucks entering from Gate 1 onto Hayward Street.
- Pre-trenching begins for drilled mini piles for the mega crane base on the south side of the site, near E40.
Site 4:
- E38 interior and exterior renovation activities will continue and will be serviced from Gate 11 (Between the MBTA and E38).
- Concrete for the upper penthouse is in progress and is supported from Carleton Street and is anticipated to be complete in two weeks.
- Mega panel installation continues on 2nd shift, from 3:00 PM to midnight.
- On Saturday morning, June 1st, Cambridge Fire Department trucks and personnel will be on site to conduct a stand pipe water pressurization drill.
Site 5:
- Daily deliveries of steel, concrete and removal of materials will take place from Amherst Street to Carleton Street or in and out through two Main Street gates.
- Steel installation is finishing up the 19th floor.
Police details will be utilized throughout the project area to assist with pedestrian and vehicular traffic.
Large equipment will be removed and brought back to the site daily. This activity may occur after hours but no disruptions are expected.
Saturday Work – General construction activities will continue on Saturdays. Work will occur within the City of Cambridge allowable work hours, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Wadsworth Street – Phase 2 Roadway Conditions through May 2019
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic. (W1) The Sloan and Eastgate lot entrance is closed at Wadsworth Street through this phase.
- Construction vehicles and equipment will continue to be set up and operate in this area and at the intersection with Amherst Street.
- The noisiest work will come from the intermittent use of vacuum trucks.
- Drainage installation is ongoing.
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- Bicycles must be walked on the shared walkway.
- Eversource Gas work is continuing.
- Eversource Electric work is ongoing.
- More Eversource gas and electric work needs to be incorporated the full build of Wadsworth Street from Memorial Drive onto Amherst Street. The timing and phasing is being reworked.
Main Street
- Construction access at Gate 1, located on Hayward Street off Main Street, continues to be a major entrance into the project for excavation and concrete
Amherst Street
- Full build on the south side of Amherst Street between Hayward and Carleton Streets will begin next week with vehicular traffic maintained on the north side. Crews will switch to the north side between Hayward and Carleton Streets while maintaining vehicular access on the south side. (A1)
- Amherst Street remains one-way from Wadsworth Street toward Ames Street. Only police directed construction vehicles will have two-way access from Ames Street.
- Hayward Street, from Main Street to Amherst Street, remains closed for vehicle and pedestrian traffic.
General Construction Update
Kendall Garage:
- Reinforcement steel, concrete operations, and excavation will continue with trucking in and out of Gates 1,4,5,6, and 7 at Amherst, Hayward, Carleton, and Main Streets.
- Finishing of concrete underground will require extended hours on days of placements.
Site 3:
- Concrete core work will begin with trucks entering from Gate 1 onto Hayward Street.
Site 4:
- E38 interior and exterior renovation activities will continue and will be serviced from Gate 11 (Between the MBTA and E38).
- E39 slab on deck installation has started and is being serviced from Carleton Street and Hayward Street. Finishing of the concrete slab will require extended site hours on days of placements.
- Concrete for the upper penthouse is in progress and is supported from Carleton Street and Hayward Street.
- Mega panel installation continues on 2nd shift, from 6:00 PM to midnight.
Site 5:
- Daily deliveries of steel and concrete and removal of materials will take place from Amherst Street to Carleton Street or in and out through two Main Street gates.
- Steel installation continues on the 19th floor.
Police details will be utilized throughout the project area to assist with pedestrian and vehicular traffic.
Large equipment will be removed and brought back to the site daily. This activity may occur after hours but no disruptions are expected.
Saturday Work – General construction activities will continue on Saturdays. Work will occur within the City of Cambridge allowable work hours, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Wadsworth Street – Phase 2 Roadway Conditions through May 2019
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic. (W1) The Sloan and Eastgate lot entrance is closed at Wadsworth Street through this phase.
- Construction vehicles and equipment will continue to be set up and operate in this area and at the intersection with Amherst Street.
- The noisiest work will come from the intermittent use of vacuum trucks.
- Drainage installation is ongoing. Telcom installation near Main Street is complete. Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- Bicycles must be walked on the shared walkway.
- Eversource Gas work is moving north towards Main Street. Crews will remove the jersey/wall barriers to create the work zone moving from Amherst to Main and replace with chain link fencing.
- More Eversource gas and electric work needs to be incorporated the full build of Wadsworth Street from Memorial Drive onto Amherst Street. The timing and phasing is being reworked.
Main Street
- Construction access at Gate 1, located on Hayward Street off Main Street, continues to be a major entrance into the project for excavation and concrete
Amherst Street
- Installation of a new Eversource gas pipe is complete. Eversource gas connections to the new pipe are being completed. (A1)
- Amherst Street remains one-way from Wadsworth Street toward Ames Street. Only police directed construction vehicles will have two-way access from Ames Street.
- Hayward Street, from Main Street to Amherst Street, remains closed for vehicle and pedestrian traffic.
General Construction Update
Kendall Garage:
- Reinforcement steel, concrete operations, and excavation will continue with trucking in and out of Gates 1,4,5,6, and 7 at Amherst, Hayward, Carleton, and Main Streets.
- Finishing of concrete underground will require extended hours on days of placements.
Site 3:
- A tower crane will be installed near Hayward Street on Saturday and Sunday, May 4th and 5th from 7 am to 10 pm to erect steel for the new 12-level building. This crane will be on site for about a year. An assist crane will be assembled in the late afternoon/early evening on Friday, May 3rd.
Site 4:
- E38 interior and exterior renovation activities will continue and will be serviced from Gate 11 (Between the MBTA and E38).
- E39 slab on deck installation has started and is being serviced from Carleton Street and Hayward Street. Finishing of the concrete slab will require extended site hours on days of placements.
- Concrete for the 30th floor is in progress and is supported from Carleton Street and Hayward Street.
- Mega panel installation continues on 2nd shift, from 6:00 PM to midnight.
Site 5:
- Daily deliveries of steel and concrete and removal of materials will take place from Amherst Street to Carleton Street or in and out through two Main Street gates.
- Steel installation continues up to the 19th floor.
Police details will be utilized throughout the project area to assist with pedestrian and vehicular traffic.
Large equipment will be removed and brought back to the site daily. This activity may occur after hours but no disruptions are expected.
Saturday Work – General construction activities will continue on Saturdays. Work will occur within the City of Cambridge allowable work hours, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Wadsworth Street – Phase 2 Roadway Conditions through April 2019
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic. (W1) The Sloan and Eastgate lot entrance is closed at Wadsworth Street through this phase.
- Construction vehicles and equipment will continue to be set up and operate in this area and at the intersection with Amherst Street.
- The noisiest work will come from the intermittent use of vacuum trucks.
- Telcom installation continues near Main Street. Sanitary work is completed
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- Bicycles must be walked on the shared walkway.
- Eversource Gas work is moving north towards Main Street. Crews will remove the jersey/wall barriers to create the work zone moving from Amherst to Main and replace with chain link fencing.
- Work is expected to begin later this month on the full build of Wadsworth Street from Memorial Drive onto Amherst Street. A travel lane will remain open for most of the reconstruction. Some pedestrian shifts will take place.
Main Street
- Construction access at Gate 1, located on Hayward Street off Main Street, continues to be a major entrance into the project for excavation and concrete
Amherst Street
- Installation of a new Eversource gas pipe is complete. Eversource gas connections to the new pipe are being completed. (A1)
- Amherst Street remains one-way from Wadsworth Street toward Ames Street. Only police directed construction vehicles will have two-way access from Ames Street.
- Hayward Street, from Main Street to Amherst Street, remains closed for vehicle and pedestrian traffic.
General Construction Update
Kendall Garage:
- Reinforcement steel, concrete operations, and excavation will continue with trucking in and out of Gates 1,4,5,6, and 7 at Amherst, Hayward, Carleton, and Main Streets.
- Finishing of concrete underground will require extended hours on days of placements.
Site 3:
- Reinforcement steel, concrete operations and excavation will continue with trucking in and out of Gates 1,4,5, 6, and 7 at Amherst, Hayward, Carleton, and Main Streets.
Site 4:
- E38 interior and exterior renovation activities will continue and will be serviced from Gate 11 (Between the MBTA and E38).
- E39 slab on deck installation has started and is being serviced from Carleton Street and Hayward Street. Finishing of the concrete slab will require extended site hours on days of placements.
- Concrete for the 30th floor is in progress and is supported from Carleton Street and Hayward Street.
- Mega panel installation continues on 2nd shift, from 6:00 PM to midnight.
Site 5:
- Daily deliveries of steel and concrete and removal of materials will take place from Amherst Street to Carleton Street or in and out through two Main Street gates.
- Steel installation continues up to the 19th floor.
Police details will be utilized throughout the project area to assist with pedestrian and vehicular traffic.
Large equipment will be removed and brought back to the site daily. This activity may occur after hours but no disruptions are expected.
Saturday Work – General construction activities will continue on Saturdays. Work will occur within the City of Cambridge allowable work hours, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Wadsworth Street – Phase 2 Roadway Conditions into April 2019
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic. (W1) The Sloan and Eastgate lot entrance is closed at Wadsworth Street through this phase.
- Construction vehicles and equipment will continue to be set up and operate in this area and at the intersection with Amherst Street.
- The noisiest work will come from the intermittent use of vacuum trucks.
- Sanitary pipe installation continues near Main Street.
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- Bicycles must be walked on the shared walkway.
- The walkway onto Wadsworth Street from Main Street has shifted back to the East side with Eversource Gas work moving north towards Main Street. Crews will remove the jersey/wall barriers to create the work zone moving from Amherst to Main and replace with chain link fencing.
Main Street
- Construction access at Gate 1, located on Hayward Street off Main Street, continues to be a major entrance into the project for excavation and concrete
- The covered pedestrian walkway between the MBTA headhouse and Dock Street at the Kendall Hotel has been restored.
Amherst Street
- Installation of a new Eversource gas pipe is complete. Eversource gas connections to the new pipe are being completed. (A1)
- Amherst Street remains one-way from Wadsworth Street toward Ames Street. Only police directed construction vehicles will have two-way access from Ames Street.
- Hayward Street, from Main Street to Amherst Street, remains closed for vehicle and pedestrian traffic.
General Construction Update
Kendall Garage:
- Reinforcement steel, concrete operations, and excavation will continue with trucking in and out of Gates 1,4,5,6, and 7 at Amherst, Hayward, Carleton, and Main Streets.
- Finishing of concrete underground will require extended hours on days of placements.
Site 3:
- Reinforcement steel, concrete operations and excavation will continue with trucking in and out of Gates 1,4,5, 6, and 7 at Amherst, Hayward, Carleton, and Main Streets.
Site 4:
- E38 interior and exterior renovation activities will continue and will be serviced from Gate 11 (Between the MBTA and E38).
- E39 slab on deck installation has started and is being serviced from Carleton Street and Hayward Street. Finishing of the concrete slab will require extended site hours on days of placements.
- Concrete for the 29th floor is in progress and is supported from Carleton Street and Hayward Street.
- Mega panel installation continues on 2nd shift, from 6:00 PM to midnight.
Site 5:
- Daily deliveries of steel and concrete and removal of materials will take place from Amherst Street to Carleton Street or in and out through two Main Street gates.
- Steel installation continues up to the 19th floor.
Police details will be utilized throughout the project area to assist with pedestrian and vehicular traffic.
Large equipment will be removed and brought back to the site daily. This activity may occur after hours but no disruptions are expected.
Saturday Work – General construction activities will continue on Saturdays. Work will occur within the City of Cambridge allowable work hours, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Wadsworth Street – Phase 2 Roadway Conditions into March 2019
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic. (W1) The Sloan and Eastgate lot entrance is closed at Wadsworth Street through this phase.
- Construction vehicles and equipment will continue to be set up and operate in this area and at the intersection with Amherst Street.
- The noisiest work will come from the intermittent use of vacuum trucks.
- Sanitary pipe installation continues near Main Street.
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- Bicycles must be walked on the shared walkway.
- The walkway onto Wadsworth Street from Main Street has shifted to the West side of Wadsworth Street, and then crosses diagonally to the East side as the construction work zone is progressing North towards Main Street.
Main Street
- Construction access at Gate 1, located on Hayward Street off Main Street, continues to be a major entrance into the project for excavation and concrete
- Pedestrians will be directed across to the Google side of the street between the MBTA headhouse and Dock Street at the Kendall Hotel as crews restore the covered pedestrian walkway. This work will continue on Saturday and Sunday, March 16th and 17th. Eversource crews are finishing installing a new gas line in that area. Bike traffic will use the full lane during this time. (M1)
Amherst Street
- Installation of a new Eversource gas pipe is complete. Eversource gas connections to the new pipe from the existing pipe continue. (A1)
- Amherst Street remains one-way from Wadsworth Street toward Ames Street. Only police directed construction vehicles will have two-way access from Ames Street.
- Hayward Street, from Main Street to Amherst Street, remains closed for vehicle and pedestrian traffic.
General Construction Update
Kendall Garage:
- Reinforcement steel, concrete operations, and excavation will continue with trucking in and out of Gates 1,4,5,6, and 7 at Amherst, Hayward, Carleton, and Main Streets.
- Finishing of concrete underground will require extended hours on days of placements.
Site 3:
- Reinforcement steel, concrete operations and excavation will continue with trucking in and out of Gates 1,4,5, 6, and 7 at Amherst, Hayward, Carleton, and Main Streets.
Site 4:
- E38 interior and exterior renovation activities will continue and will be serviced from Gate 11 (Between the MBTA and E38).
- E39 slab on deck installation has started and is being serviced from Carleton Street and Hayward Street. Finishing of the concrete slab will require extended site hours on days of placements.
- Concrete for the 25th floor south and 26th floor north is in progress and is supported from Carleton Street and Hayward Street.
- Mega panel installation continues on 2nd shift, from 6:00 PM to midnight.
Site 5:
- The building’s concrete core construction is complete to the 19th floor.
- Daily deliveries of steel and concrete and removal of materials will take place from Amherst Street to Carleton Street or in and out through two Main Street gates.
- Steel installation continues up to the 15th floor.
Police details will be utilized throughout the project area to assist with pedestrian and vehicular traffic.
Large equipment will be removed and brought back to the site daily. This activity may occur after hours but no disruptions are expected.
Saturday Work – General construction activities will continue on Saturdays. Work will occur within the City of Cambridge allowable work hours, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm
Work progresses on two buildings (Sites 5 and 4) and a six-level parking garage at the Kendall Square Initiative.

Concrete is placed at the Site 3 core as a crane at the garage glory hole excavates to level 3 of the underground garage.

At 25 levels high, the graduate housing building and the office building beside it are rising up off of Main Street.

Ames Street Community Meeting presentation is available to view.

Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Wadsworth Street – Phase 2 Roadway Conditions into March 2019
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic. (W1) The Sloan and Eastgate lot entrance is closed at Wadsworth Street through this phase.
- Construction vehicles and equipment will continue to be set up and operate in this area and at the intersection with Amherst Street.
- The noisiest work will come from the intermittent use of vacuum trucks.
- Sanitary pipe installation continues near Main Street.
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- Bicycles must be walked on the shared walkway.
- The walkway onto Wadsworth Street from Main Street has shifted to the West side of Wadsworth Street, and then crosses diagonally to the East side as the construction work zone is progressing North towards Main Street.
Main Street
- Construction access at Gate 1, located on Hayward Street off Main Street, continues to be a major entrance into the project for excavation and concrete
- Eversource crews are installing a new gas line in the path of the covered pedestrian walkway for the next month. A temporary walkway is in place. Bike traffic will use the full lane during this time.
Amherst Street
- Installation of a new Eversource gas pipe continues to take place between E51 at the Wadsworth Street intersection and 100 Memorial. (A1)
- Amherst Street remains one-way from Wadsworth Street toward Ames Street. Only police directed construction vehicles will have two-way access from Ames Street.
- Hayward Street, from Main Street to Amherst Street, remains closed for vehicle and pedestrian traffic.
Carleton Street
- At Amherst corner between the Media Lab (E14) and Medical (E23), the pedestrian walkway will be closed and the bike rack closer to E14 will be unusable for approximately a week beginning the week of March 4th to install conduit. Pedestrian access to both buildings will be maintained on the sidewalks along the streets. The bike rack closest to Carleton Street will continue to be available. (C1)
General Construction Update
Kendall Garage:
- Reinforcement steel, concrete operations, and excavation will continue with trucking in and out of Gates 1,4,5,6, and 7 at Amherst, Hayward, Carleton, and Main Streets.
- Finishing of concrete underground will require extended hours on days of placements.
Site 3:
- Reinforcement steel, concrete operations and excavation will continue with trucking in and out of Gates 1,4,5, 6, and 7 at Amherst, Hayward, Carleton, and Main Streets.
Site 4:
- E38 interior and exterior renovation activities will continue and will be serviced from Gate 11 (Between the MBTA and E38).
- E39 slab on deck installation has started and is being serviced from Carleton Street and Hayward Street. Finishing of the concrete slab will require extended site hours on days of placements.
- Concrete for the 23rd floor south and 24th floor north is in progress and is supported from Carleton Street and Hayward Street.
- Mega panel installation continues on 2nd shift, from 6:00 PM to midnight.
Site 5:
- The building’s concrete core construction is complete to the 19th floor, and is being staged on Carleton Street and Charlottes Way.
- Daily deliveries of steel and concrete and removal of materials will take place from Amherst Street to Carleton Street or in and out through two Main Street gates.
- Steel installation continues up to the 13th floor.
Police details will be utilized throughout the project area to assist with pedestrian and vehicular traffic.
Large equipment will be removed and brought back to the site daily. This activity may occur after hours but no disruptions are expected.
Saturday Work – General construction activities will continue on Saturdays. Work will occur within the City of Cambridge allowable work hours, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Wadsworth Street – Phase 2 Roadway Conditions into March 2019
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic. (W1) The Sloan and Eastgate lot entrance is closed at Wadsworth Street through this phase.
- Construction vehicles and equipment will continue to be set up and operate in this area and at the intersection with Amherst Street.
- The noisiest work will come from the intermittent use of vacuum trucks.
- Sanitary pipe installation continues near Main Street.
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- Bicycles must be walked on the shared walkway.
- The walkway onto Wadsworth Street from Main Street has shifted to the West side of Wadsworth Street, and then crosses diagonally to the East side as the construction work zone is progressing North towards Main Street.
Main Street
- Construction access at Gate 1, located on Hayward Street off Main Street, continues to be a major entrance into the project for excavation and concrete
- Eversource crews are installing a new gas line in the path of the covered pedestrian walkway for the next month. A temporary walkway will be in place in off work hours. During the work hours pedestrian traffic will shift to the northern sidewalk in front of the MIT COOP between Ames Street and the MBTA headhouse. Bike traffic will use the full lane during this time.
Amherst Street
- Testing and flushing of the new chilled water pipes is finishing up. One access trench is in front of E2, where a vacuum truck may be in use. (A1)
- Eversource Electric will periodically be finishing work at manholes. (A2)
- Installation of a new Eversource gas pipe continues to take place between E51 at the Wadsworth Street intersection and 100 Memorial. (A3)
- Amherst Street remains one-way from Wadsworth Street toward Ames Street. Only police directed construction vehicles will have two-way access from Ames Street.
- Hayward Street, from Main Street to Amherst Street, remains closed for vehicle and pedestrian traffic.
General Construction Update
Kendall Garage:
- Reinforcement steel, concrete operations, and excavation will continue with trucking in and out of Gates 1,4,5,6, and 7 at Amherst, Hayward, Carleton, and Main Streets.
- Finishing of concrete underground will require extended hours on days of placements.
Site 3:
- Reinforcement steel, concrete operations and excavation will continue with trucking in and out of Gates 1,4,5, 6, and 7 at Amherst, Hayward, Carleton, and Main Streets.
Site 4:
- E38 interior and exterior renovation activities will continue and will be serviced from Gate 11 (Between the MBTA and E38).
- E39 slab on deck installation has started and is being serviced from Carleton Street and Hayward Street. Finishing of the concrete slab will require extended site hours on days of placements.
- Concrete for the 21st floor south and 22nd floor north is in progress and is supported from Carleton Street and Hayward Street.
- Mega panel installation continues on 2nd shift, from 6:00 PM to midnight.
Site 5:
- The north tower crane will be used to install a hoist inside the building with trucks carrying equipment coming from Main Street on Saturday, February 16th and Sunday, February 17th from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
- The building’s concrete core construction is complete to the 19th floor, and is being staged on Carleton Street and Charlottes Way.
- Daily deliveries of steel and concrete and removal of materials will take place from Amherst Street to Carleton Street or in and out through two Main Street gates.
- Steel installation continues up to the 10th floor.
Police details will be utilized throughout the project area to assist with pedestrian and vehicular traffic.
Large equipment will be removed and brought back to the site daily. This activity may occur after hours but no disruptions are expected.
Saturday Work – General construction activities will continue on Saturdays. Work will occur within the City of Cambridge allowable work hours, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm.
Thursday, February 28, 2019 | 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. | MIT, 21 Ames Street, room 54-100
Join MIT, Cambridge’s Traffic and Parking Department, and the State Department of Conservation and Recreation for a community meeting about Ames Street. We’ll share plans for:
- a two-way protected bike facility on the east side of Ames Street, from Main Street to Memorial Drive,
- and an improved crossing at the intersection of Ames Street and Memorial Drive.
These changes are conditions of a MIT Cambridge Planning Board Special Permit, as traffic mitigation for the MIT Kendall Square at MIT project. The new facilities will improve safety for people walking, biking, and driving in the area. This meeting is an opportunity for you to review and ask questions about the plans before they are implemented.

Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Wadsworth Street – Phase 2 Roadway Conditions into February 2019
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic. (W1) The Sloan and Eastgate lot entrance is closed at Wadsworth Street through this phase.
- Construction vehicles and equipment will continue to be set up and operate in this area and at the intersection with Amherst Street.
- The noisiest work will come from the intermittent use of vacuum trucks.
- Sanitary pipe installation continues near Main Street.
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- Bicycles must be walked on the shared walkway.
- The walkway onto Wadsworth Street from Main Street has shifted to the West side of Wadsworth Street, and then crosses diagonally to the East side as the construction work zone is progressing North towards Main Street.
Main Street
- Construction access at Gate 1, located on Hayward Street off Main Street, continues to be a major entrance into the project for excavation and concrete
- Within the next week, pedestrian traffic will shift for approximately a month to the northern sidewalk in front of the MIT COOP between Ames Street and the MBTA headhouse while Eversource crews install a new gas line in the path of the covered pedestrian walkway. Bike traffic will use the full lane during this time.
- For one night within the next two weeks, crews plan to install over-head protection on three sides of the MBTA headhouse.
Amherst Street
- Testing and flushing of the new chilled water pipes is ongoing. One access trench is in front of E2, where a vacuum truck may be in use. (A1)
- Eversource Electric will periodically be finishing work at manholes. (A2)
- Installation of a new Eversource gas pipe continues to take place between E51 at the Wadsworth Street intersection and 100 Memorial. (A3)
- Amherst Street remains one-way from Wadsworth Street toward Ames Street. Only police directed construction vehicles will have two-way access from Ames Street.
General Construction Update
Kendall Garage:
- Reinforcement steel, concrete operations, and excavation will continue with trucking in and out of Gates 1,4,5,6, and 7 at Amherst, Hayward, Carleton, and Main Streets.
- Finishing of concrete underground will require extended hours on days of placements.
Site 3:
- The building’s concrete core and the garage’s auto ramp construction work is ongoing.
- Reinforcement steel, concrete operations and excavation will continue with trucking in and out of Gates 1,4,5, 6, and 7 at Amherst, Hayward, Carleton, and Main Streets.
Site 4:
- E38 interior and exterior renovation activities will continue and will be serviced from Gate 11 (Between the MBTA and E38).
- E39 slab on deck installation has started and is being serviced from Carleton Street and Hayward Street. Finishing of the concrete slab will require extended site hours on days of placements.
- Concrete for the 19th floor south and 20th floor north is in progress and is supported from Carleton Street and Hayward Street.
- Mega panel installation continues on 2nd shift, from 6:00 PM to midnight.
Site 5:
- The building’s concrete core construction is complete to the 19th floor, and is being staged on Carleton Street and Charlottes Way.
- Daily deliveries of steel and concrete and removal of materials will take place from Amherst Street to Carleton Street or in and out through two Main Street gates.
- Steel installation continues up to the 9th floor on the south side and 5th floor on the north.
Police details will be utilized throughout the project area to assist with pedestrian and vehicular traffic.
Large equipment will be removed and brought back to the site daily. This activity may occur after hours but no disruptions are expected.
Saturday Work – General construction activities will continue on Saturdays. Work will occur within the City of Cambridge allowable work hours, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Wadsworth Street – Phase 2 Roadway Conditions into February 2019
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic. (W1) The Sloan and Eastgate lot entrance is closed at Wadsworth Street through this phase.
- Construction vehicles and equipment will continue to be set up and operate in this area and at the intersection with Amherst Street.
- The noisiest work will come from the intermittent use of vacuum trucks.
- Eversource Electric is removing duct banks near Main Street.
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- Bicycles must be walked on the shared walkway.
- The walkway onto Wadsworth Street from Main Street has shifted to the West side of Wadsworth Street, and then crosses diagonally to the East side as the construction work zone is progressing North towards Main Street.
- At the south section of Wadsworth Street from Memorial Drive to Amherst Street the sidewalk restoration is complete. (W2)
Main Street
- Construction access at Gate 1, located on Hayward Street off Main Street, continues to be a major access point into the project for excavation and concrete
Amherst Street
- Testing and flushing of the new chilled water pipes is ongoing. One access trench is in front of E2, where a vacuum truck may be in use. (A1)
- Eversource Electric will periodically be pulling cable at manholes. (A2)
- Installation of a new Eversource gas pipe will take place between E51 at the Wadsworth Street intersection and 100 Memorial. (A3)
- Amherst Street remains one-way from Wadsworth Street toward Ames Street. Only police directed construction vehicles will have two-way access from Ames Street.
General Construction Update
Kendall Garage:
- Reinforcement steel, concrete operations, and excavation will continue with trucking in and out of Gates 1,4,5,6, and 7 at Amherst, Hayward, Carleton, and Main Streets.
- Finishing of concrete underground will require extended hours on days of placements.
Site 3:
- The building’s concrete core and the garage’s auto ramp construction work is ongoing.
- Reinforcement steel, concrete operations and excavation will continue with trucking in and out of Gates 1,4,5, 6, and 7 at Amherst, Hayward, Carleton, and Main Streets.
Site 4:
- E38 interior and exterior renovation activities will continue and will be serviced from Gate 11 (Between the MBTA and E38).
- E39 slab on deck installation has started and is being serviced from Carleton Street and Hayward Street. Finishing of the concrete slab will require extended site hours on days of placements.
- Concrete for the 17th floor south and 18th floor north is in progress and is supported from Carleton Street and Hayward Street.
- Mega panel installation will take place on Monday, January 21st, and the work will take place on 2nd shift from 6:00 PM to midnight.
Site 5:
- The building’s concrete core construction is complete to the 19th floor, and is being staged on Carleton Street and Charlottes Way.
- Daily deliveries of steel and concrete and removal of materials will take place from Amherst Street to Carleton Street or in and out through two Main Street gates.
- Steel installation continues up to the 7th floor.
Police details will be utilized throughout the project area to assist with pedestrian and vehicular traffic.
Large equipment will be removed and brought back to the site daily. This activity may occur after hours but no disruptions are expected.
Saturday Work – General construction activities will continue on Saturdays. Work will occur within the City of Cambridge allowable work hours, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Wadsworth Street – Phase 2 Roadway Conditions through January 2019
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic. (W1) The Sloan and Eastgate lot entrance is closed at Wadsworth Street through this phase.
- Construction vehicles and equipment will continue to be set up and operate in this area and at the intersection with Wadsworth Street. The noisiest work will come from the intermittent use of vacuum trucks.
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- Bicycles must be walked on the shared walkway.
- The walkway onto Wadsworth Street from Main Street has shifted to the West side of Wadsworth Street, and then crosses diagonally to the East side as the construction work zone is progressing North towards Main Street.
- At the south section of Wadsworth Street from Memorial Drive to Amherst Street the sidewalk restoration is complete. (W2)
Main Street
- Construction access at Gate 1, located on Hayward Street off Main Street, continues to be a major access point into the project for excavation and concrete
Amherst Street
- Testing and flushing of the new chilled water pipes is ongoing. One access trench is in front of E2, where a vacuum truck may be in use. (A1)
- Eversource Electric will periodically be pulling cable at manholes. (A2)
- Installation of a new Eversource gas pipe will take place between E51 at the Wadsworth Street intersection and 100 Memorial. (A3)
- Amherst Street remains one-way from Wadsworth Street toward Ames Street. Only police directed construction vehicles will have two-way access from Ames Street.
General Construction Update
Kendall Garage:
- Excavation continues with trucking at Main, Hayward and Carleton Streets.
- Reinforcement steel, concrete operations, and excavation will continue in and out of Gates 1,4,5, 6, and 7 at Amherst, Hayward, Carleton, and Main Streets.
- Finishing of concrete underground will require extended hours on days of placements.
Site 3:
- The building’s concrete core and the garage’s auto ramp construction work is ongoing.
- Reinforcement steel, concrete operations and excavation will continue in and out of Gates 1,4,5, 6, and 7 at Amherst, Hayward, Carleton, and Main Streets.
Site 4:
- E38 interior and exterior renovation activities will continue and will be serviced from Gate 11 (Between the MBTA and E38).
- E39 slab on deck installation has started and is being serviced from Carleton Street and Hayward Street. Finishing of the concrete slab will require extended site hours on days of placements.
- Concrete for the 15th floor south and 16th floor north is in progress and is supported from Carleton Street and Hayward Street.
- Mega panel installation will begin on Monday, January 7th, and the work will take place on 2nd shift from 6:00 PM to midnight.
Site 5:
- The building’s concrete core construction is complete to the 19th floor, and is being staged on Carleton Street and Charlottes Way.
- Daily deliveries of steel and concrete and removal of materials will take place from Amherst Street to Carleton Street or in and out through two Main Street gates.
- Steel installation continues up to the 4th floor.
Police details will be utilized throughout the project area to assist with pedestrian and vehicular traffic.
Large equipment will be removed and brought back to the site daily. This activity may occur after hours but no disruptions are expected.
Saturday Work – General construction activities will continue on Saturdays. Work will occur within the City of Cambridge allowable work hours, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Wadsworth Street – Phase 2 Roadway Conditions through January 2019
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic. (W1) The Sloan and Eastgate lot entrance is closed at Wadsworth Street through this phase.
- Construction vehicles and equipment will continue to be set up and operate in this area. The noisiest work will come from the intermittent use of vacuum trucks.
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- Bicycles must be walked on the shared walkway.
- The walkway onto Wadsworth Street from Main Street has shifted to the West side of Wadsworth Street, and then crosses diagonally to the East side as the construction work zone is progressing North towards Main Street.
- At the south section of Wadsworth Street from Memorial Drive to Amherst Street the sidewalk restoration is complete. (W2)
Main Street
- Construction access at Gate 1 continues to be a major access point into the project for excavation and concrete
Amherst Street
- Testing and flushing of the new chilled water pipes is ongoing. One access trench is in front of E2, where a vacuum truck may be in use. (A1)
- Eversource Electric will periodically be pulling cable at manholes. (A2)
- Installation of a new Eversource gas pipe will take place between 100 Memorial and E51. (A3)
- Amherst Street remains one-way from Wadsworth Street toward Ames Street. Only police directed construction vehicles will have two-way access from Ames Street.
General Construction Update
Kendall Garage:
- Excavation continues with trucking at Main, Hayward and Carleton Streets.
- Reinforcement steel and concrete operations will continue in and out of Gates 1,4,5, 6, and 7 at Amherst, Hayward, Carleton, and Main Streets.
- Finishing of concrete underground will require extended site hours on days of placements.
Site 3:
- The building’s concrete core and the garage’s auto ramp construction work is ongoing.
- Reinforcement steel and concrete operations will continue in and out of Hayward Street.
- Excavation will continue using Main, Amherst and Carleton Streets.
Site 4:
- E38 interior and exterior renovation activities will continue and will be serviced from Gate 11 (Between the MBTA and E38).
- E39 slab on deck installation has started and is being serviced from Carleton Street and Hayward Street. Finishing of the concrete slab will require extended site hours on days of placements.
- Concrete for the 14th floor south and 15th floor north is in progress and is supported from Carleton Street and Hayward Street.
- Mega panel installation will begin on Wednesday, January 2nd, and the work will take place on 2nd shift from 6:00 PM to midnight.
Site 5:
- The building’s concrete core construction is complete to the 19th floor, and is being staged on Carleton Street and Charlottes Way.
- Daily deliveries of steel and concrete and removal of materials will take place from Amherst Street to Carleton Street or in and out through two Main Street gates.
- Steel is rising beyond the third floor.
Police details will be utilized throughout the project area to assist with pedestrian and vehicular traffic.
Large equipment will be removed and brought back to the site daily. This activity may occur after hours but no disruptions are expected.
Saturday Work – General construction activities will continue on Saturdays. Work will occur within the City of Cambridge allowable work hours, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Wadsworth Street – Phase 2 Roadway Conditions through December 2018
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic. (W1) The Sloan and Eastgate lot entrance is closed at Wadsworth Street through this phase.
- Construction vehicles including Eversource Electric and equipment will continue to be set up and operate in this area. The noisiest work will come from the intermittent use of vacuum trucks.
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- Bicycles must be walked on the shared walkway.
- The walkway onto Wadsworth Street from Main Street has shifted to the West side of Wadsworth Street, and then crosses diagonally to the East side as the construction work zone is progressing North towards Main Street.
- At the south section of Wadsworth Street from Memorial Drive to Amherst Street the sidewalk restoration is complete. (W2)
Main Street
- Construction access at Gate 1 continues to be a major access point into the project for excavation and concrete
Amherst Street
- Testing and flushing of the new chilled water pipes has begun. One access trench is in front of E2, where a vacuum truck may be in use. (A1)
- Eversource Electric will periodically be pulling cable at manholes throughout December. (A2)
- Amherst Street remains one-way from Wadsworth Street toward Ames Street. Only police directed construction vehicles will have two-way access from Ames Street.
General Construction Update
Kendall Garage:
- Excavation continues with trucking at Main, Hayward and Carleton Streets.
- Reinforcement steel and concrete operations will continue in and out of Gates 1,4,5, 6, and 7 at Amherst, Hayward, Carleton, and Main Streets.
- Finishing of concrete underground will require extended site hours on days of placements.
Site 3:
- The building’s concrete core construction work is ongoing.
- Reinforcement steel and concrete operations will continue in and out of Hayward Street.
- Excavation will continue using Main, Amherst and Carleton Streets.
Site 4:
- E38 interior and exterior renovation activities will continue and will be serviced from Gate 11 (Between the MBTA and E38).
- E39 slab on deck installation has started and is being serviced from Carleton Street and Hayward Street. Finishing of the concrete slab will require extended site hours on days of placements.
- Concrete for the 12th floor south and 14th floor north is in progress and is supported from Carleton Street and Hayward Street.
- Installation of podium steel is ongoing.
- Mega panel installation is scheduled to take place the week of December 10th on 2nd shift from 6:00 PM to midnight.
- Electrical equipment will be delivered on two Sundays, December 23rd and 30th.
Site 5:
- The building’s concrete core construction is finishing up to the 19 th floor, and is being staged on Carleton Street and Charlottes Way. Core equipment is expected to be removed on an upcoming weekend.
- Daily deliveries of steel and concrete and removal of materials will take place from Amherst Street to Carleton Street or in and out through two Main Street gates.
Police details will be utilized throughout the project area to assist with pedestrian and vehicular traffic.
Large equipment will be removed and brought back to the site daily. This activity may occur after hours but no disruptions are expected.
Saturday Work – General construction activities will continue on Saturdays. Work will occur within the City of Cambridge allowable work hours, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Wadsworth Street – Phase 2 Roadway Conditions through November 2018
- At the south section of Wadsworth Street from Memorial Drive to Amherst Street the sidewalk restoration is complete. There will be periodic one lane closures during the day for miscellaneous asphalt patching over the next week, weather permitting.
- Construction vehicles and equipment will continue to be set up and operate in this area. The noisiest work will come from the intermittent use of vacuum trucks.
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- Bicycles must be walked on the shared walkway.
- The walkway onto Wadsworth Street from Main Street has shifted to the West side of Wadsworth Street, and then crosses diagonally to the East side as the construction work zone is progressing North towards Main Street.
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic. (W1) The Sloan and Eastgate lot entrance is closed at Wadsworth Street through this phase.
Main Street
- Construction access at Gate 1 will become a major access point into the project for excavation and concrete
Amherst Street
- Installation of a new Eversource gas pipe will take place between 100 Memorial and E51.
- Testing and flushing of the new chilled water pipes has begun. One access trench is in front of E2, where a vacuum truck may be in use. (A1)
- Amherst Street remains one-way from Wadsworth Street toward Ames Street. Only police directed construction vehicles will have two-way access from Ames Street.
General Construction Update
Kendall Garage:
- Excavation will continue, with trucking in and out, from both ends of Hayward Street and Carleton Street,
- Reinforcement steel and concrete operations will continue in and out of Gates 1,4,5, 6, and 7 at Amherst, Hayward, Carleton, and Main Streets.
- Finishing of concrete underground will require extended site hours on days of placements.
Site 3:
- The building’s concrete core construction work is ongoing.
- Reinforcement steel and concrete operations will continue in and out of Hayward Street.
- Excavation will continue using Main Street and Amherst Street.
Site 4:
- E38 interior and exterior renovation activities will continue and will be serviced from Gate 11 (Between the MBTA and E38).
- E39 slab on deck installation has started and is being serviced from Carleton Street and Hayward Street. Finishing of the concrete slab will require extended site hours on days of placements.
- Concrete for the 11th floor south and 12th floor north is in progress and is supported from Carleton Street and Hayward Street.
- Installation of the material and personnel hoist is ongoing on the south side of the site.
- Tower screen wall installation will began and is anticipated to be completed in a few weeks.
- We are in the process of coordinating the tower crane jump. This is currently targeted for the first or second weekend in December.
Site 5:
- The building’s concrete core construction is underway, rising up beyond the 13th floor, and is being staged on Carleton Street and Charlottes Way.
- Daily deliveries of steel and concrete and removal of materials will take place from Amherst Street to Carleton Street or in and out through two Main Street gates.
Police details will be utilized throughout the project area to assist with pedestrian and vehicular traffic.
Large equipment will be removed and brought back to the site daily. This activity may occur after hours but no disruptions are expected.
Saturday Work – General construction activities will continue on Saturdays. Work will occur within the City of Cambridge allowable work hours, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Wadsworth Street – Phase 2 Roadway Conditions through November 2018
- The south section of Wadsworth Street from Memorial Drive to Amherst Street will be open to one-way traffic for the next 2-4 weeks, as there will be a construction crew restoring the sidewalk and landscaping next to E51, where sections of sidewalk are closed. (W1)
- Construction vehicles and equipment will continue to be set up and operate in this area.
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- Bicycles must be walked on the shared walkway.
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic. (W2) The Sloan and Eastgate lot entrance is closed at Wadsworth Street through this phase.
Main Street
- Construction access at Gate 1 will become a major access point into the project for excavation and concrete
Amherst Street
- Installation of chilled water lines along Amherst Street is complete. Testing and flushing of the new chilled water pipes has begun. One access trench is in front of E2. (A1)
- Amherst Street remains one-way from Wadsworth Street toward Ames Street. Only police directed construction vehicles will have two-way access from Ames Street.
General Construction Update
Kendall Garage:
- Excavation will continue, with trucking in and out, from both ends of Hayward Street and Carleton Street,
- Reinforcement steel and concrete operations will continue in and out of Gates 1,4,5, 6, and 7 at Amherst, Hayward, Carleton, and Main Streets.
- Finishing of concrete underground will require extended site hours on days of placements.
Site 3:
- The building’s concrete core construction work is ongoing.
- Reinforcement steel and concrete operations will continue in and out of Hayward Street.
- Excavation will continue using Amherst Street.
Site 4:
- E38 interior and exterior renovation activities will continue and will be serviced from Gate 11 (Between the T and E38).
- E39 slab on deck installation has started and is being serviced from Carleton Street and Hayward Street. Finishing of the concrete slab will require extended site hours on days of placements.
- Concrete for the 10th floor south and 11th floor north is in progress and is supported from Carleton Street and Hayward Street.
- Installation of the material and personnel hoist has begun on the south side of the site.
- Installation of Mega Panels has begun and is currently taking place on 2nd shift, (6:00 pm – 12:00 pm) and will proceed through this week.
- Tower screen wall installation will begin shortly
- We are anticipating the tower crane will jump vertically, either the last week of November or the 1st weekend in December.
Site 5:
- The building’s concrete core construction is underway, rising up beyond the 9th floor, and is being staged on Carleton Street and Charlottes Way.
- Daily deliveries of steel and concrete and removal of materials will take place from Amherst Street to Carleton Street or in and out through two Main Street gates.
Police details will be utilized throughout the project area to assist with pedestrian and vehicular traffic.
Large equipment will be removed and brought back to the site daily. This activity may occur after hours but no disruptions are expected.
Saturday Work – General construction activities will continue on Saturdays. Work will occur within the City of Cambridge allowable work hours, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Wadsworth Street – Phase 2 Roadway Conditions through November 2018
- The south section of Wadsworth Street from Memorial Drive to Amherst Street will be open to one-way traffic for the next 2-4 weeks, as there will be a construction crew restoring the sidewalk and landscaping next to E51, where sections of sidewalk are closed. (W1)
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic. (W2) The Sloan and Eastgate lot entrance is closed at Wadsworth Street through this phase.
- Construction vehicles and equipment will continue to be set up and operate in this area.
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- Bicycles must be walked on the shared walkway.
Amherst Street
- Steam pipe installation is ongoing into November and is crossing Amherst Street between Ames Street and Carleton Street (A). The work zones will be plated over after 6:00 pm.
- Installation of chilled water lines along Amherst Street is complete. Testing and flushing of the new chilled water pipes will begin in the coming weeks. (A2)
- The sidewalk alongside E14, the Media Lab, will be closed through next week from Ames Street to Carleton Street for approximately three (3) weeks. The ramp into the building from Carleton will also be closed and all will be directed to the ramp off Ames Street. After 6:00 pm each evening, the sidewalk will reopen.
- Amherst Street remains one-way from Wadsworth Street toward Ames Street. Only police directed construction vehicles will have two-way access from Ames Street.
General Construction Update
- Utility work on the south side of Hayward Street is ongoing.
Kendall Garage:
- Excavation will continue, with trucking in and out of Hayward Street and Carleton Street,
- Reinforcement steel and concrete operations will continue in and out of Gates 1,4,5, 6, and 7 at Amherst, Hayward, Carleton, and Main Streets.
- Finishing of concrete underground will require extended site hours on days of placements.
Site 3:
- The building’s concrete core construction work is ongoing.
- Reinforcement steel and concrete operations will continue in and out of Hayward Street.
- Excavation will continue using Amherst Street.
Site 4:
- E38 interior and exterior renovation activities will continue, and will be serviced from Gate 11 (Between T and E38).
- E39 slab on deck installation has started and is being serviced from Carleton Street and Hayward Street. Finishing of the concrete slab will require extended site hours on days of placements.
- Concrete for the 8th floor south and 10th floor north is in progress and is supported from Carleton Street and Hayward Street.
- Installation of the material and personnel hoist has begun on the south side of the site.
Site 5:
- The building’s concrete core construction is underway and is being staged on Carleton Street and Charlottes Way.
- Daily deliveries of steel and concrete and removal of materials will take place from Amherst Street to Carleton Street or in and out through two Main Street gates.
Police details will be utilized throughout the project area to assist with pedestrian and vehicular traffic.
Large equipment will be removed and brought back to the site daily. This activity may occur after hours but no disruptions are expected.
Saturday Work – General construction activities will continue on Saturdays. Work will occur within the City of Cambridge allowable work hours, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm.

Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Wadsworth Street – Phase 2 Roadway Conditions through October 2018
- The south section of Wadsworth Street from Memorial Drive to Amherst Street will be open to one-way traffic for the next 2-4 weeks, as there will be a construction crew restoring the sidewalk and landscaping next to E51, where sections of sidewalk are closed. (W1)
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic. (W2) The Sloan and Eastgate lot entrance is closed at Wadsworth Street through this phase.
- A crane and other construction vehicles will continue to be set up and operate in this area.
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- A walkway shift will take place near the closed entrance to the Sloan and Eastgate lot.
- Bicycles must be walked on the shared walkway.
Amherst Street
- Sections of sidewalk are closed in front of E40 to accommodate the remaining tree relocation from Site 5 and sidewalk restoration. (A1)
- Steam pipe installation is ongoing. This activity is anticipated to run through October and is crossing Amherst Street between Ames Street and Carleton Street (A2). The work zones will be plated over after 6:00 pm.
- Installation of chilled water lines along Amherst Street is complete. Testing and flushing of the new chilled water pipes will begin in the coming weeks. (A3)
- The sidewalk alongside E14, the Media Lab, will be closed from Ames Street to Carleton Street for approximately three (3) weeks. The ramp into the building from Carleton will also be closed and all will be directed to the ramp off Ames Street. After 6:00 pm each evening, the sidewalk will reopen.
- Amherst Street remains one-way from Wadsworth Street toward Ames Street. Only police directed construction vehicles will have two-way access from Ames Street.
General Construction Update
- Utility work on the south side of Hayward Street is ongoing.
Kendall Garage:
- Excavation will continue, with trucking in and out of Hayward Street and Carleton Street,
- Reinforcement steel and concrete operations will continue in and out of Gates 4,5, and 6 at Amherst Street.
- Finishing of concrete underground will require extended site hours on days of placements.
Site 3:
- The building’s concrete core construction work is ongoing.
- Reinforcement steel and concrete operations will continue in and out of Hayward Street.
- Excavation will continue using Amherst Street.
Site 4:
- E38 interior and exterior renovation activities will continue, and will be serviced from Gate 11 (Between T and E38).
- E39 slab on deck installation has started and is being serviced from Carleton Street. Finishing of the concrete slab will require extended site hours on days of placements.
- Concrete for the 7th and 9th floors is in progress and is supported from Carleton Street and Hayward Street.
Site 5:
- The building’s concrete core construction is underway and is being staged on Carleton Street and Charlottes Way.
- Daily deliveries of steel and concrete and removal of materials will take place from Amherst Street to Carleton Street.
Police details will be utilized throughout the project area to assist with pedestrian and vehicular traffic.
Large equipment will be removed and brought back to the site daily. This activity may occur after hours but no disruptions are expected.
Saturday Work – General construction activities will continue on Saturdays. Work will occur within the City of Cambridge allowable work hours, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Wadsworth Street – Phase 2 Roadway Conditions into October 2018
- The south section of Wadsworth Street from Memorial Drive to Amherst Street will be open to one-way traffic for the next 2-4 weeks, as there will be a construction crew restoring the sidewalk and landscaping next to E51, where sections of sidewalk are closed. (W1)
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic. (W2) The Sloan and Eastgate lot entrance is closed at Wadsworth Street through this phase.
- A crane and other construction vehicles will continue to be set up and operate in this area.
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- A walkway shift will take place near the closed entrance to the Sloan and Eastgate lot.
- Bicycles must be walked on the shared walkway.
Amherst Street –
- Sections of sidewalk are closed in front of E40 to accommodate tree relocation from Site 5 and sidewalk restoration. (A1)
- Steam pipe installation is ongoing. This activity is anticipated to run through October and will cross Amherst Street between Ames Street and Carleton Street (A2). The work zones will be plated over after 6:00 pm.
- Installation of chilled water lines along Amherst Street is complete. Testing and flushing of the new chilled water pipes will begin in the coming weeks. (A3)
- The sidewalk alongside E14, the Media Lab, will be closed from Ames Street to Carleton Street for approximately three (3) weeks. The ramp into the building from Carleton will also be closed and all will be directed to the ramp off Ames Street. After 6:00 pm each evening, the sidewalk will reopen.
- Amherst Street remains one-way from Wadsworth Street toward Ames Street. Only police directed construction vehicles will have two-way access from Ames Street.
General Construction Update
- Utility work on the south side of Hayward Street is ongoing.
Kendall Garage:
- Excavation will continue, with trucking in and out of Hayward Street and Carleton Street,
- Reinforcement steel and concrete operations will continue in and out of Gates 4,5, and 6 at Amherst Street.
Site 3:
- The buildings concrete core construction work is ongoing.
- Reinforcement steel and concrete operations will continue in and out of Hayward Street.
- Excavation will continue using Amherst Street.
Site 4:
- E38 interior and exterior renovation activities will continue, and will be serviced from Gate 11 (Between T and E38).
- E39 slab on deck installation has started and is being serviced from Carleton Street. Finishing of the concrete slab will require extended site hours on days of placements.
- Concrete for the 6th and 7th floors is in progress and is supported from Carleton Street and Hayward Street.
Site 5:
- The buildings concrete core construction is underway and is being staged on Carleton Street and Charlottes Way.
- Daily deliveries of steel and concrete and removal of materials will take place from Amherst Street to Carleton Street.
Police details will be utilized throughout the project area to assist with pedestrian and vehicular traffic.
Large equipment will be removed and brought back to the site daily. This activity may occur after hours but no disruptions are expected.
Saturday Work – General construction activities will continue on Saturdays. Work will occur within the City of Cambridge allowable work hours, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Wadsworth Street – Phase 2 Roadway Conditions Through September 2018
- The south section of Wadsworth Street from Memorial Drive to Amherst Street will be open to one-way traffic for the next 2-4 weeks, as there will be a construction crew restoring the sidewalk and landscaping next to E51, where sections of sidewalk are closed. (W1)
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic. (W2) The Sloan and Eastgate lot entrance is closed at Wadsworth Street through this phase.
- A crane and other construction vehicles will continue to be set up and operate in this area.
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- A walkway shift will take place near the closed entrance to the Sloan and Eastgate lot.
- Bicycles may be walked on the shared walkway.
Amherst Street –
- Sections of sidewalk are closed in front of E40 to accommodate tree relocation from Site 5 and sidewalk restoration. (A1)
- Steam pipe installation is ongoing. This activity is anticipated to run through September and will cross Amherst Street between Ames Street and Carleton Street (A2). The work zones will be plated over after 6:00 pm.
- Installation of chilled water lines along Amherst Street is complete. Testing and flushing of the new chilled water pipes will begin in the coming weeks.
- Beginning later in September, the sidewalk alongside E14, the Media Lab, will be closed from Ames Street to Carleton Street for approximately three (3) weeks. The ramp into the building from Carleton will also be closed and all will be directed to the ramp off Ames Street. After 6:00 pm each evening, the sidewalk will reopen.
- Amherst Street remains one-way from Wadsworth Street toward Ames Street. Only police directed construction vehicles will have two-way access from Ames Street.
General Construction Update
- Utility work on the south side of Hayward Street is ongoing.
Kendall Garage:
- Excavation will continue, with trucking in and out of Hayward Street and Carleton Street,
- Reinforcement steel and concrete operations will continue in and out of Gate 5 at Amherst Street.
Site 3:
- The buildings concrete core construction will begin in the next few weeks.
- Excavation will continue using Amherst Street.
Site 4:
- E38 interior and exterior renovation activities will continue, and will be serviced from Gate 11 (Between T and E38).
- E39 slab on deck installation has started and is being serviced from Carleton Street. Finishing of the concrete slab will require extended site hours on days of placements.
- Concrete for the 6th and 7th floors is in progress and is supported from Carleton Street and Hayward Street.
Site 5:
- The second tower crane will be installed on Saturday and Sunday, September 22 nd and 23rd with Saturday extended hours from 7:00 am to 8:00 pm.
- The buildings concrete core construction is underway and is being staged on Carleton Street and Charlottes Way.
- Daily deliveries of steel and concrete and removal of materials will take place from Amherst Street to Carleton Street.
Police details will be utilized throughout the project area to assist with pedestrian and vehicular traffic.
Large equipment will be removed and brought back to the site daily. This activity may occur after hours but no disruptions are expected.
Saturday Work – General construction activities will continue on Saturdays. Work will occur within the City of Cambridge allowable work hours, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Wadsworth Street – Phase 2 Roadway Conditions Through September 2018
- The south section of Wadsworth Street from Memorial Drive to Amherst Street will be open to one-way traffic for the next 2-4 weeks, as there will be a construction crew restoring the sidewalk and landscaping next to E51. (W1)
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic. (W2) The Sloan and Eastgate lot entrance is closed at Wadsworth Street through this phase.
- A crane and other construction vehicles will continue to be set up and operate in this area.
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- Bicycles may be walked on the shared walkway.
Amherst Street –
- Steam pipe installation will be restarting. This activity is anticipated to run through August and into September and will cross Amherst Street between Ames Street and Carleton Street (A1). The work zones will be plated over after 6:00PM.
- Installation of chilled water lines along Amherst Street will continue for the next 2 weeks. Work has been completed up to Hayward Street. (A2)
- Beginning later in the week of September 10th, the sidewalk alongside E14, the Media Lab, will be closed from Ames Street to Carleton Street for approximately three (3) weeks. The ramp into the building from Carleton will also be closed and all will be directed to the ramp off Ames Street. After 6:00PM each evening, the sidewalk will reopen.
- Amherst Street remains one-way from Wadsworth Street toward Ames Street. Only police directed construction vehicles will have two-way access from Ames Street.
General Construction Update
- Utility work on the south side of Hayward Street is ongoing.
Kendall Garage:
- Excavation will continue, with trucking in and out of Hayward Street and Carleton Street,
- Reinforcement steel and concrete operations will continue in and out of Gate 5 at Amherst Street.
- Some concrete chipping is underway at the connection between Sites 4 and 5, and jackhammering noise may be heard from E23 and E25.
Site 3:
- The buildings concrete core construction will begin in the next few weeks.
- Excavation will continue using Amherst Street.
Site 4:
- E38 interior and exterior renovation activities will continue, and will be serviced from Gate 11 (Between T and E38).
- E39 slab on deck installation has started and is being serviced from Carleton Street. Finishing of the concrete slab will require extended site hours on days of placements.
- Concrete for the 5th and 6th floors is in progress and is supported from Carleton Street.
Site 5:
- The buildings concrete core construction is underway and is being staged on Carleton Street and Charlottes Way.
- Daily deliveries of steel and concrete and removal of materials will take place from Amherst Street to Carleton Street.
Police details will be utilized throughout the project area to assist with pedestrian and vehicular traffic.
Large equipment will be removed and brought back to the site daily. This activity may occur after hours but no disruptions are expected.
Saturday Work – General construction activities will continue on Saturdays. Work will occur within the City of Cambridge allowable work hours, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Wadsworth Street – Phase 2 Roadway Conditions Through September 2018
- The south section of Wadsworth Street from Memorial Drive to Amherst Street will be open to one-way traffic for the next 4-6 weeks, as there will be a construction crew restoring the sidewalk and landscaping next to E52. (W1)
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic. (W2) The Sloan and Eastgate lot entrance is closed at Wadsworth Street through this phase.
- A crane and other construction vehicles will continue to be set up and operate in this area.
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- Bicycles may be walked on the shared walkway.
Amherst Street –
- Water pipe relocation in front of E2 has been completed and steam pipe installation will be restarting. This activity is anticipated to run through August and into September and will cross Amherst Street between Ames Street and Carleton Street (A1). The work zones will be plated over after 6:00PM.
- Installation of chilled water lines along Amherst Street will continue for the next month. Work is progressing toward Hayward Street. (A2)
- Beginning later in the week of August 13th, the sidewalk alongside E14, the Media Lab, will be closed from Ames Street to Carleton Street for approximately three (3) weeks. The ramp into the building from Carleton will also be closed and all will be directed to the ramp off Ames Street. After 6:00PM each evening, the sidewalk will reopen.
- Amherst Street remains one-way from Wadsworth Street toward Ames Street. Only police directed construction vehicles will have two-way access from Ames Street.
General Construction Update
- Utility work on the south side of Hayward Street is ongoing.
Kendall Garage:
- Excavation will continue, with trucking in and out of Hayward Street and Carleton Street,
- Reinforcement steel and concrete operations will continue in and out of Gate 5 at Amherst Street.
- Some concrete chipping is underway at the connection between Sites 4 and 5, and jackhammering noise may be heard from E23 and E25.
Site 3:
- The buildings concrete core construction will begin in the next few weeks.
- Excavation will continue on Amherst Street,
Site 4:
- E38 interior and exterior renovation activities will continue, and will be serviced from Gate 11 (Between T and E38).
- E39 slab on deck installation has started and is being serviced from Carleton Street. Finishing of the concrete slab will require extended site hours on days of placements.
- Concrete for the 5th and 6th floors is in progress and is supported from Carleton Street.
Site 5:
- The buildings concrete core construction is underway and is being staged on Wadsworth Street
- The third large concrete placement for the base mat will be done later in the week of August 13th, weather depending.
- Daily deliveries of steel and concrete and removal of materials will take place from Amherst Street to Carleton Street.
Police details will be utilized throughout the project area to assist with pedestrian and vehicular traffic.
Large equipment will be removed and brought back to the site daily. This activity may occur after hours but no disruptions are expected.
Saturday Work – General construction activities will continue on Saturdays. Work will occur within the City of Cambridge allowable work hours, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Main Street – On Saturday, August 4th from 5:00AM to 10:00PM a section of Main Street will be one-way northbound from Broadway to Ames Street (M1). All southbound traffic will be directed by signage and police details to Ames Street to Broadway to continue to Main Street southbound or take Third Street back to Main Street northbound. The covered sidewalk on the east side along Site 5 will be closed during this time. Signage and police details will direct pedestrians across the street via crosswalks to the west sidewalk.
Wadsworth Street – Phase 2 Roadway Conditions Through August 2018
- The south section of Wadsworth Street from Memorial Drive to Amherst Street is open to one-way traffic during the day and two-way after 4:00PM or when there is no work occurring on the street. (W1)
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic. (W2) The Sloan and Eastgate lot entrance is closed at Wadsworth Street through this phase.
- A crane and other construction vehicles will continue to be set up and operate in this area.
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- Bicycles may be walked on the shared walkway.
Amherst Street – Water pipe relocation and steam pipe installation is ongoing. This activity is anticipated to run through August and will cross Amherst Street between Ames Street and Carleton Street (A1).The work zones will be plated over after 6:00PM. Installation of chilled water lines along Amherst Street will continue for the next month. Work is progressing toward Hayward Street. (A2)
- Beginning later in the week of August 13th, the sidewalk alongside E14, the Media Lab, will be closed from Ames Street to Carleton Street for approximately three (3) weeks. The ramp into the building from Carleton will also be closed and all will be directed to the ramp off Ames Street. After 6:00PM each evening, the sidewalk will reopen.
- Use caution traversing Amherst Street, especially with a new work zone and numerous large construction vehicles coming and going to gates and zones.
- Amherst Street remains one-way from Wadsworth Street toward Ames Street. Only police directed construction vehicles will have two-way access from Ames Street.
Hayward Street — Utility work will continue on the north side of Hayward Street and will have trucks entering and exiting onto Main Street. Concrete and steel operations will also periodically stage from this area. (A3) Utility work on the south side of Hayward Street is ongoing. Trucking access will be via Ames Street and Amherst Street.
Charlotte’s Way — The new Charlotte’s walkway is complete and open to the public.
General Construction Update
Kendall Garage:
- Excavation will continue, with trucking in and out of Hayward Street and Carleton Street,
- Reinforcement steel and concrete operations will continue at the auto ramp.
Site 3:
- Steel and concrete installation is underway and is being staged on Wadsworth Street
- Excavation will begin and will come in and out of Amherst Street to Hayward Street.
Site 4:
- E38 interior and exterior renovation activities will continue, and will be serviced from Gate 11 (Between T and E38).
- E39 slab on deck installation has started and is being serviced from Carleton Street, and on Main Street. Finishing of the concrete slab will require extended site hours on days of placements.
- Steel erection and concrete for the 5th and 6th floors has begun and is supported from Hayward Street (North).
- Some concrete chipping is underway at the connection between Sites 4 and 5, and jackhammering noise may be heard from E-23 and E25.
Site 5:
- The third large concrete placement for the base slab will take place all day and into the night this Saturday, August 4th, beginning at 5:00 am to 10:00 pm. The last large placement for the base will be done later in the week of August 6th.
- Daily deliveries of steel and concrete via Amherst Street to Carleton Street.
- Daily trucking to remove material from the site Amherst Street to Carleton Street.
Police details will be utilized throughout the project area to assist with pedestrian and vehicular traffic.
Large equipment will be removed and brought back to the site daily. This activity may occur after hours but no disruptions are expected.
Saturday Work – General construction activities will continue on Saturdays. Work will occur within the City of Cambridge allowable work hours, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Wadsworth Street – Phase 2 Roadway Conditions Through August 2018
- The south section of Wadsworth Street from Memorial Drive to Amherst Street is open to one-way traffic during the day and two-way after 4:00PM or when there is no work occurring on the street. (W1)
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic. (W2) The Sloan and Eastgate lot entrance is closed at Wadsworth Street through this phase.
- A crane and other construction vehicles will continue to be set up and operate in this area.
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- Bicycles may be walked on the shared walkway.
Amherst Street – The final section of steam pipe installation is ongoing and this activity is anticipated to run through mid-August from 2:30 to 6:00PM and will cross Amherst Street between Ames Street and Carleton Street. (A1)The work zones will be plated over after 6:00PM. Installation of chilled water lines along Amherst Street will continue for the next month. Work is progressing toward Hayward Street. (A2)
- Beginning later in the week of July 30th, the sidewalk alongside E14, the Media Lab, will be closed from Ames Street to Carleton Street for approximately three (3) weeks. The ramp into the building from Carleton will also be closed and all will be directed to the ramp off Ames Street. After 6:00PM each evening, the sidewalk will reopen.
- Use caution traversing Amherst Street, especially with a new work zone and numerous large construction vehicles coming and going to gates and zones.
- Amherst Street remains one-way from Wadsworth Street toward Ames Street. Only police directed construction vehicles will have two-way access from Ames Street.
Hayward Street — Utility work will continue on the north side of Hayward Street and will have trucks entering and exiting onto Main Street. Concrete and steel operations will also periodically stage from this area. (A3) Utility work on the south side of Hayward Street is ongoing. Trucking access will be via Ames Street and Amherst Street.
Charlotte’s Way — The new Charlotte’s walkway is complete and open to the public.
General Construction Update
Kendall Garage:
- Excavation will continue, with trucking in and out of Hayward Street and Carleton Street,
- Reinforcement steel and concrete operations will continue at the auto ramp.
Site 3:
- Steel and concrete installation is underway and is being staged on Wadsworth Street
- Concrete deck placements will be from Hayward Street.
Site 4:
- E38 interior and exterior renovation activities will continue, and will be serviced from Gate 11 (Between T and E38).
- E39 slab on deck installation has started and is being serviced from Carleton Street, and on Main Street. Finishing of the concrete slab will require extended site hours on days of placements.
- Steel erection and concrete for the 5th and 6th floors has begun and is supported from Hayward Street (North).
- Some concrete chipping is underway at the connection between Sites 4 and 5, and jackhammering noise may be heard from E-23 and E25.
Site 5:
- The second of three large concrete placements for the base slab will take place on a weekday beginning at 7:00 am and going through 9:00 pm after July 26th.
- Daily deliveries of steel and concrete via Amherst Street to Carleton Street.
- Daily trucking to remove material from the site Amherst Street to Carleton Street.
Police details will be utilized throughout the project area to assist with pedestrian and vehicular traffic.
Large equipment will be removed and brought back to the site daily. This activity may occur after hours but no disruptions are expected.
Saturday Work – General construction activities will continue on Saturdays. Work will occur within the City of Cambridge allowable work hours, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Wadsworth Street – Phase 2 Roadway Conditions Through August 2018
- The south section of Wadsworth Street from Memorial Drive to Amherst Street is open to one-way traffic during the day and two-way after 4:00PM or when there is no work occurring on the street. (W1)
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic. (W2) The Sloan and Eastgate lot entrance is closed at Wadsworth Street through this phase.
- A crane and other construction vehicles will continue to be set up and operate in this area.
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- Bicycles may be walked on the shared walkway.
Amherst Street – The final section of steam pipe will begin to be installed the week of July 9th, and this activity is anticipated to run through the month of July and will cross Amherst Street between Ames Street and Carleton Street. Installation of chilled water lines along Amherst Street will continue for the next few months. Work is progressing toward Hayward Street. (A1)
- The existing sewer will be lined on 2nd shift from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm on Monday, July 16th. Expect some noise, minor odors and equipment between Hayward and Wadsworth streets and at the intersection with Wadsworth.
- Use caution traversing Amherst Street, especially with a new work zone and numerous large construction vehicles coming and going to gates and zones.
- Amherst Street remains one-way from Wadsworth Street toward Ames Street. Only police directed construction vehicles will have two-way access from Ames Street.
Hayward Street — Utility work will continue on the north side of Hayward Street and will have trucks entering and exiting onto Main Street. Concrete and steel operations will also periodically stage from this area. (A2) Utility work on the south side of Hayward Street is ongoing. Trucking access will be via Ames Street and Amherst Street.
Charlotte’s Way — There will be periodic closures of Charlotte’s Way walkway between Carleton and Dock streets until the completion of the sidewalk relocation closer to E-25. Unless otherwise notified, pedestrians will continue to use the existing walkway until the new walkway is completed. (A3)
General Construction Update
Kendall Garage:
- Construction of the future auto ramp will continue.
- Steel installation will continue.
Site 3:
- Steel and concrete installation is underway and is being staged on Wadsworth Street
- Concrete deck placements will be from Hayward Street.
Site 4:
- E38 interior and exterior renovation activities will continue, and will be serviced from Gate 11 (Between T and E38).
- E39 slab on deck installation has started and is being serviced from Carleton Street, and on Main Street. Finishing of the concrete slab will require extended site hours on days of placements.
- Steel erection for the 5th and 6th floors has begun and is supported from Hayward Street (North).
Site 5:
- The first of three large concrete placements for the base slab will take place on a weekday beginning at 7:00 am and going through 9:00 pm after July 12th.
- Daily deliveries of steel and concrete via Amherst Street to Carleton Street.
- Daily trucking to remove material from the site Amherst Street to Carleton Street.
Police details will be utilized throughout the project area to assist with pedestrian and vehicular traffic.
Large equipment will be removed and brought back to the site daily. This activity may occur after hours but no disruptions are expected.
Saturday Work – General construction activities will continue on Saturdays. Work will occur within the City of Cambridge allowable work hours, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Wadsworth Street – Phase 2 Roadway Conditions Through August 2018
- The south section of Wadsworth Street from Memorial Drive to Amherst Street is open to one-way traffic during the day and two-way after 4:00PM or when there is no work occurring on the street. (W1)
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic. (W2) The Sloan and Eastgate lot entrance is closed at Wadsworth Street through this phase. This section will be open for emergency access on July 4th.
- A crane will continue to be set up and operating in this area.
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- Bicycles may be walked on the shared walkway.
Amherst Street – The final section of steam pipe will be installed the week of June 25th through July crossing Amherst Street between Ames Street and Carleton Street. Installation of chilled water lines along Amherst Street will continue for the next few months. Work is progressing toward Hayward Street. (A1)
- Use caution traversing Amherst Street, especially with a new work zone and numerous large construction vehicles coming and going to gates and zones.
- The sidewalk in front of the Muckley Building (E40) will be closed intermittently. Access to E40 will be maintained.
- When the sidewalk is closed, pedestrian traffic entering E40 from Wadsworth Street will be directed south across Amherst Street in front of the Tang Center (E51) and to the crosswalk at Hayward Street. This closure is required for flushing and testing chilled water lines under the sidewalk in front of E40.
- Amherst Street remains one-way from Wadsworth Street toward Ames Street. Only police directed construction vehicles will have two-way access from Ames Street.
Hayward Street — Utility work will continue on the north side of Hayward Street and will have trucks entering and exiting onto Main Street. Concrete and steel operations will also periodically stage from this area. (A2) Utility work has also begun on the south side of Hayward Street. Trucking access will be via Ames Street and Amherst Street.
Charlotte’s Way — The Charlotte’s Way walkway between Carleton and Dock streets will be closed on Saturday, June 23rd from 7:00 am – 5:00 pm as crews prep to relocate it closer to E-25 to prepare. Pedestrians will use the existing walkway until the new walkway is installed in July. (A3)
General Construction Update
Kendall Garage:
- Construction of the future auto ramp will continue.
- Steel installation will continue.
Site 3:
- Steel and concrete installation is underway and is being staged on Wadsworth Street
- Daily concrete operation from Hayward Street.
Site 4:
- E38 interior and exterior renovation activities will continue, and will be serviced from Gate 11 (Between T and E38).
- E39 slab on deck installation has started and is being serviced from Carleton Street, and on Main Street. Finishing of the concrete slab will require extended site hours on days of placements.
- Steel erection for the 5th and 6th floors has begun and is supported from Hayward Street (North).
Site 5:
- Daily deliveries of steel and concrete via Amherst Street to Carleton Street.
- Daily trucking to remove material from the site Amherst Street to Carleton Street.
Police details will be utilized throughout the project area to assist with pedestrian and vehicular traffic.
Large equipment will be removed and brought back to the site daily. This activity may occur after hours but no disruptions are expected.
Saturday Work – General construction activities will continue on Saturdays. Work will occur within the City of Cambridge allowable work hours, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Wadsworth Street – Phase 1 Roadway Conditions Through August
- The south section of Wadsworth Street from Memorial Drive to Amherst Street is open to one-way traffic during the day and two-way after 4:00PM or when there is no work occurring on the street. (W1)
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic. W2) The Sloan and Eastgate lot entrance is closed at Wadsworth Street through this phase.
- A crane will continue to be set up and operating in this area.
- Walkways will be maintained and located as required around construction work zones.
- Bicycles may be walked on the shared walkway.
Amherst Street – Installation of chilled water lines along Amherst Street will continue for the next few months. Work is currently near the intersection of Carleton Street and will progress toward Hayward. (A1)
- Expect an increased amount of construction traffic on Amherst Street as this is the main access for construction vehicles, both in and out of the site for this current phase.
- The sidewalk in front of the Muckley Building (E40) will be closed intermittently. Access to E40 will be maintained.
- When the sidewalk is closed, pedestrian traffic entering E40 from Wadsworth Street will be directed south across Amherst Street in front of the Tang Center (E51) and to the crosswalk at Hayward Street. This closure is required for flushing and testing chilled water lines under the sidewalk in front of E40.
- Amherst Street remains one-way from Wadsworth Street toward Ames Street.
Hayward Street — Utility work will continue on the north side of Hayward Street and will have trucks entering and exiting onto Main Street. Concrete and steel operations will also periodically stage from this area. (A2)
General Construction Update
Kendall Garage:
- Construction of the future auto ramp will continue.
- Steel installation will continue.
Site 3:
- The initial phase of excavation has been completed
- Steel and concrete installation has started and is being staged on Wadsworth Street
- Daily concrete operation from Hayward Street.
Site 4:
- E38 interior and exterior renovation activities will continue, and will be serviced from Gate 11 (Between T and E38).
- E39 slab on deck installation has started and is being serviced from Carleton Street, and on Main Street. Finishing of the concrete slab will require extended site hours on days of placements.
Site 5:
- Daily deliveries of steel and concrete via Amherst Street to Carleton Street.
- Daily trucking to remove material from the site Amherst Street to Carleton Street.
Police details will be utilized throughout the project area to assist with pedestrian and vehicular traffic.
Large equipment will be removed and brought back to the site daily. This activity may occur after hours but no disruptions are expected.
Saturday Work – General construction activities will continue on Saturdays. Work will occur within the City of Cambridge allowable work hours, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Wadsworth Street – Phase 1 Roadway Conditions Through The First Week of June.
- The south side of Wadsworth Street from Memorial Drive to Amherst Street is open to one-way traffic during the day and two-way after 4:00PM or when there is no work occurring on the street. (W1) The work zone has shifted to the opposite side of the street with the travel lane closer to the Tang Center (E 51).
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic (except construction vehicles through the end of May). (W2) Please note that there will be no access from Memorial Drive up Wadsworth Street to the Sloan and Eastgate lots as this entrance is closed. A crane will be in this area for two days the week of June 4th.
- A pedestrian walkway is in place.
- Bicycles are not allowed on the street, but may be walked on the shared walkway.
- Amherst Street remains one-way from Wadsworth Street toward Ames Street.
- On Friday, May 25th and in early June, construction access from Main Street on to Wadsworth Street will close. All construction traffic will be re-routed; Main Street – Ames Street – Amherst Street (Construction traffic will be controlled as it will be going against the “One Way Detour Plan”)
Amherst Street – Installation of chilled water lines along Amherst Street will continue for the next few months. Work is currently near the intersection of Carleton Street. (A1)
- The sidewalk in front of the Muckley Building (E40) will be closed through most of June beginning on Tuesday, May 29th. Access to E40 will be maintained.
- Pedestrian traffic entering E40 from Wadsworth Street will be directed south across Amherst Street in front of the Tang Center (E51) and to the crosswalk at Hayward Street. This closure is required for flushing and testing chilled water lines under the sidewalk in front of E40.
- Also trees from the construction zones abutting Main Street will be transplanted to this sidewalk area during this time.
Hayward Street — Utility work will continue on the north side of Hayward Street and will have trucks entering and exiting onto Main Street. Concrete and steel operations will also periodically stage from this area. These activities will continue until further notice. (A2)
General Construction Update
Concrete for the Site 4 Building will continue to be delivered via Amherst Street to Carleton Street.
Steel installations for Site 3 Garage and Building will continue. Steel will be delivered to the site via Amherst Street to Hayward Street.
Work continues on the Kendall Garage behind 290-292 Main (E38-E39) and 238 Main (E48). This includes:
- Construction of the future auto ramp
Trucking for Site 5 will continue, as well as:
- Daily deliveries of steel and concrete via Amherst Street to Carleton Street.
- Daily trucking to remove material from the site Amherst Street to Carleton Street.
Construction for Site 3 will continue, as well as:
- Daily trucking to remove this this phase of excavated material will be completed very soon
- Steel and concrete installations will begin in early June and will be staged on Wadsworth Street
- Daily concrete operation from Hayward Street.
- A crane will be on Wadsworth Street for steel work the week of June 4th.
E38 interior and exterior renovation activities will continue, and will be serviced from Gate 11 (Between T and E38) and Gate 7 (Carleton Street).
E39 Slab on deck installation has started and is being serviced from Gate 7 (Carleton Street), and Gate 1 on Main Street. Finishing of the concrete slab will require extended site hours on days of placements.
Police details will be utilized throughout the project area to assist with pedestrian and vehicular traffic.
Large equipment will be removed and brought back to the site daily. This activity may occur after hours but no disruptions are expected.
Saturday Work – General construction activities will continue on Saturdays. Work will occur within the City of Cambridge allowable work hours, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Wadsworth Street – Phase 1 Roadway Conditions Through Mid-May –
- The south side of Wadsworth Street from Memorial Drive to Amherst Street is open to one-way traffic during the day and two-way after 4:00PM or when there is no work occurring on the street. (W1)
- Access to Wadsworth Street from Main Street is closed to all traffic except construction vehicles. Please note that there will be no access from Memorial Drive up Wadsworth Street to the Sloan and Eastgate lots as this entrance is closed.
- A pedestrian walkway is in place.
- Bicycles are not allowed on the street, but may be walked on the shared walkway.
- Amherst Street remains one-way from Wadsworth toward Ames Street.
Amherst Street – Chilled water lines installation along the Amherst Street at the intersection of Carleton Street will continue for the next few months. (A1)
Hayward Street — Utility work will continue on the North side of Hayward Street and will have trucks entering and exiting onto Main Street. Concrete and steel operations will also periodically stage from this area. These activities will continue until further notice. (A2)
General Construction Update
The slurry wall continues to be chipped down around site 3 and site 5. This work can create noise and vibration in the area directly next to the work. The work areas will move frequently, so any disruptions should be limited to a day or two.
Steel Installation for Site 4 Garage and Building will continue. Steel will be delivered to the site via Amherst Street to Carleton Street.
Work continues on the Kendall Garage behind 290-292 Main (E38-E39) and 238 Main (E48). This includes:
- Concrete deck placements will take place at the Site 4 Garage.
- Construction of the future auto ramp will continue.
Trucking for Site 5 will continue, as well as:
- Daily deliveries of steel and concrete via Amherst Street to Carleton Street.
- Daily trucking to remove material from the site Amherst Street to Carleton Street.
Trucking for Site 3 will continue, as well as:
- Daily trucking to remove material from the site Wadsworth Street to Amherst Street.
- Daily Concrete operation from Hayward Street.
E38 interior and exterior renovation activities will continue, and will be serviced from Gate 11 (Between T and E38) and Gate 7 (Carleton Street).
E39 Slab on deck installation has started and is being serviced from Gate 7 (Carleton Street), and Gate 1 on Main Street. Finishing of the concrete slab will require extended site hours on days of placements.
Police details will be utilized throughout the project area to assist with pedestrian and vehicular traffic.
Large equipment will be removed and brought back to the site daily. This activity may occur after hours but no disruptions are expected.
Saturday Work – General construction activities will continue on Saturdays. Work will occur within the City of Cambridge allowable work hours, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm.
Wadsworth Street – Phase 2 - Main Street to Amherst Street will be closed
The block of Wadsworth Street from Amherst Street to Main Street will be closed to vehicular traffic beginning on Saturday, May 5. Amherst Street will remain one-way during this time. Details of phases 2 and 3 of this work are below.
May 5 through August 2018:
North side of Wadsworth Street closes from Main Street to Amherst Street
- Wadsworth Street will close to vehicular traffic from Main Street to Amherst Street
- Wadsworth Street from Memorial Drive to Amherst Street
- One-way from Memorial Drive toward Amherst Street during the day
- Two-way after 4PM
- Amherst Street remains one-way from Wadsworth toward Ames Street
- Pedestrian access remains open throughout
- Access to Sloan parking areas and Eastgate lot from Wadsworth Street will not be available during this phase; access to lots remain available from Main Street (Eastgate resident lot, Hermann Garage, E62 East Garage)
Police details will be present during work hours to help guide vehicular, bicycle, and pedestrian traffic through the area.
Phase 3 – August 2018 through Fall 2020:
North side of Wadsworth Street closed from Main Street to entrance to Sloan and Eastgate lots
- Pedestrian access remains open throughout
- Access to Sloan and Eastgate lots at Wadsworth Street reopens. Main Street entrance to lots remains two-way throughout.
Please see the maps below for additional traffic route information in Kendall Square (Map 1), as well as the traffic route from Main Street to Memorial Drive. (Map 2)


Please note, on Thursday May 3rd, at approximately 11:30am, the Kendall Square South of Main Street project is scheduled to perform a site-wide emergency evacuation drill at Kendall construction sites south of Main Street. Crews from these sites will be evacuating to Amherst Street, between Carleton and Wadsworth Streets. The drill will entail blasting horns around the site to mock a real emergency. MIT police will be on site and will be aware of the drill.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Wadsworth Street – Phase 1 Roadway Conditions Through Mid-May –
- The south side of Wadsworth Street from Memorial Drive to Amherst Street is open to one-way traffic during the day and two-way after 4:00PM or when there is no work occurring on the street. (W1)
- Wadsworth Street remains one-way from Main Street toward Amherst Street. Please note that there will be no access from Memorial Drive up Wadsworth Street to the Sloan and Eastgate lots.
- Amherst Street remains one-way from Wadsworth toward Ames Street.
Crane Activity and Street Closure Notice – Saturday, May 5th, a crane will be placed on Wadsworth Street opposite Eastgate (E55). At this time, Wadsworth Street between Main Street and Amherst Street will be closed to vehicles for the duration of Site 3 construction except for construction vehicles. (W2)
Amherst Street – Chilled water lines installation along the Amherst Street at the intersection of Carleton St has started and will continue for the next few months. (A1)
Hayward Street — Utility work will continue on the North side of Hayward Street and will have trucks entering and exiting onto Main Street. This operation will continue until further notice. (A2)
General Construction Update
The slurry wall continues to be chipped down around site 3 and site 5. This work can create noise and vibration in the area directly next to the work. The work areas will move frequently, so any disruptions should be limited to a day or two.
Steel Installation for Site 4 Garage and Building will continue. Steel will be delivered to the site via Amherst Street to Carleton Street.
Work continues on the Kendall Garage behind 290-292 Main (E38-E39) and 238 Main (E48). This includes:
- Concrete deck placements will take place at the Site 4 Garage.
- Construction of the future auto ramp will continue.
Trucking for Site 5 will continue, as well as:
- Daily deliveries of steel and concrete via Amherst Street to Carleton Street.
- Daily trucking to remove material from the site Amherst Street to Carleton Street.
Trucking for Site 3 will continue, as well as:
- Daily trucking to remove material from the site Wadsworth Street to Amherst Street.
- Daily Concrete operation from Hayward Street.
E38 interior and exterior renovation activities will continue, and will be serviced from Gate 11 (Between T and E38) and Gate 7 (Carleton Street).
E39 Foundation installation has started and is being serviced from Gate 7 (Carleton Street), and Gate 1 on Main Street.
Police details will be utilized throughout the project area to assist with pedestrian and vehicular traffic.
Large equipment will be removed and brought back to the site daily. This activity may occur after hours but no disruptions are expected.
Saturday Work – General construction activities will continue on Saturdays. Work will occur within the City of Cambridge allowable work hours, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Wadsworth Street – Phase 1 Roadway Conditions Through Mid-May –
- The south side of Wadsworth Street from Memorial Drive to Amherst Street is open to one-way traffic during the day and two-way after 4:00PM or when there is no work occurring on the street. (W1)
- Wadsworth Street remains one-way from Main Street toward Amherst Street. Please note that there will be no access from Memorial Drive up Wadsworth Street to the Sloan and Eastgate lots.
- Amherst Street remains one-way from Wadsworth toward Ames Street.
Crane Activity – A one-day closure of the north side of Wadsworth Street will be scheduled for crane activity on April 28th. More details will be provided closer to the final date. Access to Sloan and Eastgate lots from Wadsworth Street will be unavailable on this date. (W2)
Amherst Street – Chilled water lines installation along the Amherst Street side of E40 is complete and ductbank work installation will continue. Eversource Electric will be installing a ductbank at the Carleton Street intersection. Upon Eversource Electric work completion, chilled water installation will recommence. (A1)
Hayward Street — Utility work will continue on the North side of Hayward Street and will have trucks entering and exiting onto Main Street. This operation will continue until further notice. (A2)
General Construction Update
The slurry wall continues to be chipped down around site 3 and site 5. This work can create noise and vibration in the area directly next to the work. The work areas will move frequently, so any disruptions should be limited to a day or two.
Steel Installation for Site 4 Garage and Building will continue. Steel will be delivered to the site via Amherst Street to Carleton Street.
Work continues on the Kendall Garage behind 290-292 Main (E38-E39) and 238 Main (E48). This includes:
- Concrete deck placements will take place at the Site 4 Garage.
- Construction of the future auto ramp will continue.
Trucking for Site 5 will continue, as well as:
- Daily deliveries of steel and concrete via Amherst Street to Carleton Street.
- Daily trucking to remove material from the site Amherst Street to Carleton Street.
Trucking for Site 3 will continue, as well as:
- Daily trucking to remove material from the site Wadsworth Street to Amherst Street.
- Daily Concrete operation from Hayward Street.
E38 interior and exterior renovation activities will continue, and will be serviced from Gate 11 (Between T and E38) and Gate 7 (Carleton Street).
E39 Foundation installation has started and is being serviced from Gate 7 (Carleton Street), and Gate 1 on Main Street.
Police details will be utilized throughout the project area to assist with pedestrian and vehicular traffic.
Large equipment will be removed and brought back to the site daily. This activity may occur after hours but no disruptions are expected.
Saturday Work – General construction activities will continue on Saturdays. Work will occur within the City of Cambridge allowable work hours, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm.
Please note the following access changes in the Kendall Square area on Wadsworth Street related to Kendall Square construction activities. Construction hours are scheduled for 7AM – 6PM weekdays with some Saturday work from 9AM – 6PM as needed.
The block of Wadsworth Street from Memorial Drive to Amherst Street (between Buildings E51 and E52) is scheduled to reopen to vehicular traffic on Monday, April 9. This section of Wadsworth has been closed while crews install new utilities in the area. Beginning in mid-May, the northern half of Wadsworth Street, from Amherst Street to Main Street, is scheduled to be closed to all traffic. Amherst Street will remain one-way during this time. Details of each phase of this work are below.
Detailed Wadsworth Street plans
A police detail will be present during work hours to help guide vehicular, bicycle, and pedestrian traffic through the following changes. See the attached maps for specific information.
Phase 1 - Monday, April 9 through mid-May:
South side of Wadsworth Street from Memorial Drive to Amherst Street reopens
- Wadsworth Street remains one-way from Main Street toward Amherst Street (as it is today). Please note that there will be no access from Memorial Drive up Wadsworth Street to the Sloan and Eastgate lots.
- Wadsworth Street from Memorial Drive to Amherst Street
- One-way from Memorial Drive toward Amherst Street during the day
- Two-way after 4PM beginning April 10
- Amherst Street remains one-way from Wadsworth toward Ames Street
- Crane activity: a one-day closure of the north side of Wadsworth Street will be scheduled for crane activity mid-April. More details will be provided closer to the final date. See Phase 2 for traffic conditions. Access to Sloan and Eastgate lots from Wadsworth Street will be unavailable on this date.

Phase 2 – mid-May through August 2018:
North side of Wadsworth Street closes from Main Street to Amherst Street
- Pedestrian access remains open throughout
- Access to Sloan parking areas and Eastgate lot from Wadsworth Street will not be available during this phase; access to lots remain available from Main Street (Eastgate resident lot, Hermann Garage, E62 East Garage)

Phase 3 – August 2018 through Fall 2020:
North side of Wadsworth Street closed from Main Street to entrance to Sloan lots
- Pedestrian access remains open throughout
- Access to Sloan and Eastgate lots at Wadsworth Street reopens. Main Street entrance to lots remains two-way throughout.

Based on the nature of work to be completed during these phases, please note that the schedule is subject to change. Advance notice will be given for any changes whenever possible.
If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to contact us at ksq@csl-consulting.com.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Wadsworth Street – Please note, next week we will be sending an update on the timing of opening the southern side of Wadsworth Street. At this time, the street will remain closed to vehicular traffic from Amherst Street to Memorial Drive (between Buildings E51 and E52) 24 hours a day. Testing and start up is underway to get the sanitary lift station active. Cleaning and paving to reopen the southern portion of Wadsworth Street has started and will continue for the next week. Vehicles on Memorial Drive should access the Kendall Square area via Ames Street. (W1). Wadsworth Street is a one way street going south, with access from Main Street to Amherst Street.
Amherst Street – Chilled water lines installation along the Amherst Street side of E40 is complete and new electrical ductbank work installation will begin. Sanitary pipe installation along Amherst Street next to the 100 Memorial Drive upper parking lot entrance is complete. Eversource Electric will be installing a ductbank at the Carleton Street intersection. Upon Eversource Electric work completion, chilled water installation will recommence. The rear entrance of E40 has been modified to allow for access. (A1)
Hayward Street — Utility work will continue on the North side of Hayward Street and will have trucks entering and exiting onto Main Street. This operation will continue until further notice.
General Construction Update
Additional earth support will be installed and the slurry wall continues to be chipped down around site 3 and site 5. This work can create noise and vibration in the area directly next to the work. The work areas will move frequently, so any disruptions should be limited to a day or two.
Steel Installation for Site 4 Garage and Building will continue. Steel will be delivered to the site via Amherst Street to Carleton Street.
Work continues on the Kendall Garage behind 290-292 Main (E38-E39) and 238 Main (E48). This includes:
- Concrete deck placements will take place at the Site 4 Garage.
- Construction of the future auto ramp will continue.
Trucking for Site 5 will continue, as well as:
- Daily deliveries of steel and concrete via Amherst Street to Carleton Street.
- Daily trucking to remove material from the site Amherst Street to Carleton Street.
E38 interior and exterior renovation activities will continue, and will be serviced from Gate 11 (Between T and E38) and Gate 7 (Carleton Street). Staging removal at the West Elevation will continue, via Gate 11.
E39 Foundation installation has started and is being serviced from Gate 7 (Carleton Street), and Gate 1 on Main Street.
Police details will be utilized throughout the project area to assist with pedestrian and vehicular traffic.
Large equipment will be removed and brought back to the site daily. This activity may occur after hours but no disruptions are expected.
Saturday Work – General construction activities will continue on Saturdays. Work will occur within the City of Cambridge allowable work hours, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm.
Snow Removal – During heavy snow events, the project team may need to mobilize small crews to maintain access in and around the site. This work may take place outside of normal operating hours.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Wadsworth Street – At this time, the street will remain closed to vehicular traffic from Amherst Street to Memorial Drive (between Buildings E51 and E52) 24 hours a day. Eversource Electric is currently working within the construction zone to install new underground electrical transformers and wires. Other construction activities include backfilling and completing the sanitary lift station, as well as the installation of a new sanitary infrastructure. Vehicles on Memorial Drive should access the Kendall Square area via Ames Street. (W1). Wadsworth Street is a one way street going south, with access from Main Street to Amherst Street.
Amherst Street – Chilled water lines will continue to be installed along the Amherst Street side of E40. This work will take approximately two (2) more weeks to complete. Sanitary pipe installation will continue along Amherst Street next to the 100 Memorial Drive upper parking lot entrance and this work will take approximately two (2) more weeks. The rear entrance of E40 has been modified to allow for access. (A1)
Hayward Street — Utility work will continue on the North side of Hayward Street and will have trucks entering and exiting onto Main Street. This work will take place through next week.
General Construction Update
Additional earth support will be installed and the slurry wall continues to be chipped down around site 3. This work can create noise and vibration in the area directly next to the work. The work areas will move frequently, so any disruptions should be limited to a day or two.
Steel Installation for Site 4 Garage and Building will continue. Steel will be delivered to the site via Amherst Street to Carleton Street.
Work continues on the Kendall Garage behind 290-292 Main (E38-E39) and 238 Main (E48). This includes:
- Concrete deck placements will take place at the Site 4 Garage.
- Construction of the future auto ramp will continue.
Trucking for Site 5 will continue, as well as:
- Daily deliveries of steel and concrete via Amherst Street to Carleton Street.
- Daily trucking to remove material from the site Amherst Street to Carleton Street.
E38 interior and exterior renovation activities will continue, and will be serviced from Gate 11 (Between T and E38) and Gate 7 (Carleton Street). Staging at the West Elevation will be dismantled next week, via Gate 11.
E39 Foundation installation has started and is being serviced from Gate 7 (Carleton Street), and Gate 1 on Main Street.
Police details will be utilized throughout the project area to assist with pedestrian and vehicular traffic.
Large equipment will be removed and brought back to the site daily. This activity may occur after hours but no disruptions are expected.
Saturday Work – General construction activities will continue on Saturdays. Work will occur within the City of Cambridge allowable work hours, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm.
Snow Removal – During heavy snow events, the project team may need to mobilize small crews to maintain access in and around the site. This work may take place outside of normal operating hours.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Wadsworth Street – At this time, the street will remain closed to vehicular traffic from Amherst Street to Memorial Drive (between Buildings E51 and E52) 24 hours a day. Eversource Electric is currently working within the construction zone to install new underground electrical transformers and wires. Other construction activities include backfilling and completing the sanitary lift station, as well as the installation of a new sanitary infrastructure. Vehicles on Memorial Drive should access the Kendall Square area via Ames Street. (W1). Wadsworth Street is a one way street going south, with access from Main Street to Amherst Street.
Amherst Street – Chilled water lines will continue to be installed along the Amherst Street side of E40. This work will take approximately two (2) more weeks to complete. Sanitary pipe installation will continue along Amherst Street next to the 100 Memorial Drive upper parking lot entrance and this work will take approximately two (2) more weeks. The rear entrance of E40 has been modified to allow for access. (A1)
Hayward Street — Utility work will continue on the North side of Hayward Street and will have trucks entering and exiting onto Main Street. This work will take place for the next two (2) weeks.
General Construction Update
Additional earth support will be installed and the slurry wall continues to be chipped down around site 3. This work can create noise and vibration in the area directly next to the work. The work areas will move frequently, so any disruptions should be limited to a day or two.
Steel Installation for Site 4 Garage and Building will continue.
Work continues on the Kendall Garage behind 290-292 Main (E38-E39) and 238 Main (E48). This includes:
- The slurry plant will be demobilized on the South side of Site 4 along Amherst Street.
- Concrete deck placements will take place at the Site 4 Garage.
- Construction of the future auto ramp will continue.
Trucking for Site 5 will continue, as well as:
- Daily deliveries of steel and concrete.
- Daily trucking to remove material from the site.
E38 interior and exterior renovation activities will continue, and will be serviced from Gate 11 (Between T and E38) and Gate 7 (Carleton Street).
E39 Foundation installation has started and is being serviced from Gate 7 (Carleton Street).
Police details will be utilized throughout the project area to assist with pedestrian and vehicular traffic.
Large equipment will be removed and brought back to the site daily. This activity may occur after hours but no disruptions are expected.
Saturday Work – General construction activities will continue on Saturdays. Work will occur within the City of Cambridge allowable work hours, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm.
Snow Removal – During heavy snow events, the project team may need to mobilize small crews to maintain access in and around the site. This work may take place outside of normal operating hours.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Wadsworth Street – At this time, the street will remain closed to vehicular traffic from Amherst Street to Memorial Drive (between Buildings E51 and E52) 24 hours a day. Eversource Electric is currently working within the construction zone to rebuild an electric manhole and duct bank. Other construction activities include backfilling and completing the sanitary lift station, as well as the installation of a new sanitary infrastructure. Vehicles on Memorial Drive should access the Kendall Square area via Ames Street. (W1). Wadsworth Street is a one way street going south, with access from Main Street to Amherst Street.
Amherst Street – Chilled water lines will continue to be installed along the Amherst Street side of E40. This work will take approximately three (3) more weeks to complete. Sanitary pipe installation will continue along Amherst Street next to the 100 Memorial Drive upper parking lot entrance and this work will take approximately two (2) more weeks. The rear entrance of E40 has been modified to allow for access. (A1)
Hayward Street — Utility work will begin on the North side of Hayward Street and will have trucks entering and exiting onto Main Street. This work will take place for the next four (4) weeks.
General Construction Update
Additional earth support will be installed and the slurry wall will begin to be chipped down around site 3. This work can create noise and vibration in the area directly next to the work. The work areas will move frequently, so any disruptions should be limited to a day or two.
Steel Installation for Site 4 Garage and Building will continue.
Work continues on the Kendall Garage behind 290-292 Main (E38-E39) and 238 Main (E48). This includes:
- Daily deliveries of steel and concrete.
- Daily trucking to remove material from the site.
E38 interior and exterior renovation activities will continue.
Police details will be utilized throughout the project area to assist with pedestrian and vehicular traffic.
Large equipment will be removed and brought back to the site daily. This activity may occur after hours but no disruptions are expected.
Saturday Work – General construction activities will continue on Saturdays. Work will occur within the City of Cambridge allowable work hours, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm.
Snow Removal – During heavy snow events, the project team may need to mobilize small crews to maintain access in and around the site. This work may take place outside of normal operating hours.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Wadsworth Street –At this time, the street will remain closed to vehicular traffic from Amherst Street to Memorial Drive (between Buildings E51 and E52) 24 hours a day. Eversource Electric is currently working within the construction zone to rebuild an electric manhole and duct bank. Other construction activities include backfilling and completing the sanitary lift station, as well as the installation of a new sanitary infrastructure. Vehicles on Memorial Drive should access the Kendall Square area via Ames Street. (W1). Wadsworth Street is a one way street going south, with access from Main Street to Amherst Street.
Amherst Street – Chilled water lines will continue to be installed along the Amherst Street side of E40. This work will take approximately three more weeks to complete. The rear entrance of E40 has been modified to allow for access. (A1)
General Construction Update
Additional earth support will be installed and the slurry wall will begin to be chipped down around site 3. This work can create noise and vibration in the area directly next to the work. The work areas will move frequently, so any disruptions should be limited to a day or two.
Steel Installation for Site 4 Garage and Building will continue.
Work continues on the Kendall Garage behind 290-292 Main (E38-E39) and 238 Main (E48). This includes:
- Daily deliveries of steel and concrete.
- Daily trucking to remove material from the site.
E38 interior and exterior renovation activities will continue.
Police details will be utilized throughout the project area to assist with pedestrian and vehicular traffic.
Large equipment will be removed and brought back to the site daily. This activity may occur after hours but no disruptions are expected.
Saturday Work – General construction activities will continue on Saturdays. Work will occur within the City of Cambridge allowable work hours, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm.
Snow Removal – During heavy snow events, the project team may need to mobilize small crews to maintain access in and around the site. This work may take place outside of normal operating hours.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Wadsworth Street –At this time, the street will remain closed to vehicular traffic from Amherst Street to Memorial Drive (between Buildings E51 and E52) 24 hours a day. Eversource Electric is currently working within the construction zone to rebuild an electric manhole and duct bank. Other construction activities include backfilling and completing the sanitary lift station, as well as the installation of a new sanitary infrastructure. Vehicles on Memorial Drive should access the Kendall Square area via Ames Street. (W1). Wadsworth Street is a one way street going south, with access from Main Street to Amherst Street.
Trucking into and through the new construction access lane along the Wadsworth Street side of the site will continue. (W2)
Amherst Street – Water line work will be occurring at the intersection of Ames and Amherst Street. Work hours will be 3pm and 11pm in order to minimize traffic impacts. This work is anticipated to be completed the week of January 29th. (A1)
Amherst St. will have a one-way traffic pattern going towards Ames St. However, if Longfellow Bridge construction requires a weekend bridge closure, Amherst traffic will be opened up to two ways to allow Eastgate resident parking access.
Chilled water lines will continue along Amherst. (A2)
Chilled water lines will be installed along the Amherst Street side of E40. This work will take approximately four weeks to complete. The rear entrance of E40 will be modified to allow for access. (A3)
General Construction Update
The slurry wall equipment will continue to be demobilized from the site daily. Equipment may leave the site after regular business hours but no disruptions are expected.
Additional earth support will be installed and the slurry wall will begin to be chipped down around the entire site perimeter. This work can create noise and vibration in the area directly next to the work. The work areas will move frequently, so any disruptions should be limited to a day or two.
Work continues on the Kendall Garage behind 290-292 Main (E38-E39) and 238 Main (E48). This includes:
- Daily deliveries of steel and concrete.
- Daily trucking to remove material from the site.
E38 interior and exterior renovation activities will continue.
E39 steel erection will continue.
Police details will be utilized throughout the project area to assist with pedestrian and vehicular traffic.
Large equipment will be removed and brought back to the site daily. This activity may occur after hours but no disruptions are expected.
Saturday Work – General construction activities will continue on Saturdays. Work will occur within the City of Cambridge allowable work hours, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm.
Snow Removal – During heavy snow events, the project team may need to mobilize small crews to maintain access in and around the site. This work may take place outside of normal operating hours.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Wadsworth Street –At this time, the street will remain closed to vehicular traffic from Amherst Street to Memorial Drive (between Buildings E51 and E52) 24 hours a day. Eversource Electric is currently working within the construction zone to rebuild an electric manhole and duct bank. Other construction activities include backfilling and completing the sanitary lift station, as well as the installation of a new sanitary infrastructure. Vehicles on Memorial Drive should access the Kendall Square area via Ames Street. (W1). Wadsworth Street is a one way street going south, with access from Main Street to Amherst Street.
Trucking into and through the new construction access lane along the Wadsworth Street side of the site will continue. (W2)
Amherst Street – Work will continue at 100 Memorial Drive across from Carleton Street to install a new utility structure. (A1)
Amherst St. will have a one-way traffic pattern going towards Ames St. However, if Longfellow Bridge construction requires a weekend bridge closure, Amherst traffic will be opened up to two ways to allow Eastgate resident parking access.
Chilled water lines will continue along Amherst. (A2)
Chilled water lines will be installed along the Amherst Street side of E40. This work will take approximately four weeks to complete. The rear entrance of E40 will be modified to allow for access. (A3)
General Construction Update
The new tower crane to support the construction of building 4 is being installed. The crane will begin to be used the next week.
Slurry wall excavation has been completed. The slurry wall equipment will continue to be demobilized from the site daily. Equipment may leave the site after regular business hours but no disruptions are expected.
Additional earth support will be installed and the slurry wall will begin to be chipped down around the entire site perimeter. This work can create noise and vibration in the area directly next to the work. The work areas will move frequently, so any disruptions should be limited to a day or two.
Work continues on the Kendall Garage behind 290-292 Main (E38-E39) and 238 Main (E48). This includes:
- Daily deliveries of steel and concrete.
- Daily trucking to remove material from the site.
E38 interior and exterior renovation activities will continue.
E39 steel erection will begin the week of January 15th.
Police details will be utilized throughout the project area to assist with pedestrian and vehicular traffic.
Large equipment will be removed and brought back to the site daily. This activity may occur after hours but no disruptions are expected.
Saturday Work – General construction activities will continue on Saturdays. Work will occur within the City of Cambridge allowable work hours, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm.
Snow Removal – During heavy snow events, the project team may need to mobilize small crews to maintain access in and around the site. This work may take place outside of normal operating hours.
Street and Sidewalk Impacts
Wadsworth Street –At this time, the street will remain closed to vehicular traffic from Amherst Street to Memorial Drive (between Buildings E51 and E52) 24 hours a day. Eversource Electric is currently working within the construction zone to rebuild an electric manhole and duct bank. Other construction activities include backfilling and completing the sanitary lift station, as well as the installation of a new sanitary infrastructure. Vehicles on Memorial Drive should access the Kendall Square area via Ames Street. (W1)