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JFK International Airport - Access Tunnel

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Alternative design study
Estimated cost: Commencement:
October 21, 2001
Completion date:
October 21, 2001
Location:
New York, NY
United States
Technical data:

Two twin tunnels, rail and highway, with a total length of 2,000 ft (610 m) each.

Geology description:

Hydraulically filled sand, organic silt, clay and peat, glacial sand, non-compacted fines and occasional gravel.

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Bid cost: Final cost:
$42,000,000
Description

Design study on feasibility of construction of tunnels beneath active airport taxiway using systematic dewatering wells and Door Frame Slab Method.

Proposed Construction Sequence
Cross Section and Excavation Steps