Waltham Bridge Eyed for Replacement

WALTHAM, MA – A push to replace a bridge in Waltham is in its early stages, and the Massachusetts Department of Transportation is seeking public input on the initial design. The proposal would completely remove the existing bridge on Woerd Avenue over the Charles River and replace it with a new infrastructure that includes sidewalks, railing, a deck and shoulder for bike usage.

MassDOT will have the plans on display at a public meeting Tuesday, April 11 at 6:30 p.m. at the Waltham Government Center Auditorium, 119 School Street. An engineer will be in attendance to answer questions regarding the project.

The City of Waltham will be responsible for acquiring rights to private or public lands, if necessary. MassDOT's policy on land acquisition will be discussed at Tuesday's meeting.

Written statements and other exhibits are to be submitted to Patricia A. Leavenworth, P.E., Chief Engineer, MassDOT, 10 Park Plaza, Boston, MA 02116, Attention: Bridge Project Management, Project File No. 607533. Submissions will also be accepted at the hearing. Mailed statements and exhibits intended for inclusion in the public hearing transcript must be postmarked within ten 10 business days of the hearing.

Project inquiries may be emailed to dot.feedback.highway@state.ma.us.

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