Cos Cob Drawbridge

Completed in 1992 by American Bridge, the Cos Cob Drawbridge project involved the rehabilitation of six deck truss spans and the main bascule span of a 4-track, 9-span railroad bridge (totaling 886′). Work included structural steel repairs, bearing replacement, catenary tower and foundation replacement, and a new transformer building, all completed under active track conditions.

Project Details

  • Owner: MTA – Metro North Commuter RR
  • Location: Cos Cob, Connecticut, United States
  • Performed as: American Bridge Company
  • Project value: $11,194,642.00
  • Completion Date: April 1992