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BNSF advances pile installations at Sandpoint Connector project

Feb
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BNSF advances pile installations at Sandpoint Connector project

Rail News Home BNSF Railway 2/22/2021 Rail News: BNSF Railway
The project is designed to reduce congestion and help move current and future volumes more efficiently.Photo – BNSF Railway Co.

BNSF Railway Co. has resumed work on its Sandpoint Junction Connector project in Idaho, which involves construction of second bridges over Lake Pend Oreille and Bridge Street, as well as a new bridge over Sand Creek at the marina entrance.

Work was paused during the 2020 winter holiday season. This month, additional pile installations will continue at all work sites, BNSF reported in a company newsletter. 

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