What is the purpose of this project?

This project aims to rehabilitate Bridge No. BC3456 on Remington Avenue over Stony Run, improving the structure's safety, longevity, and hydraulic capacity without significant disruption to the community.

Why is this project necessary?

The existing bridge has significant cracks, deterioration, settlement, displacement, and limited hydraulic capacity. Rehabilitation is needed to address these structural deficiencies and prevent future issues.

What improvements will be made?

• Installation of a reinforced concrete arch liner and wing walls within the existing bridge.
• Construction of an adjacent overflow tunnel to handle high-water events and improve hydraulics.
• Matching the existing stone aesthetics with a new stone-look finish.
• Riparian plantings along the embankment and temporary access road for environmental enhancement.

Will the roadway or sidewalks be closed during construction?

No. All roadway lanes and sidewalks on Remington Avenue will remain open throughout the construction. Work will be performed below street level at the bridge arch.

How will construction vehicles access the project site?

A temporary mulched access road and temporary stream crossing—previously established by the Baltimore City Department of Public Works (DPW) for a recent stream restoration project—will be used to minimize environmental impacts.

Will this construction conflict with other nearby projects, such as Johns Hopkins University construction?

The Department of Transportation (DOT) has been coordinating closely with Johns Hopkins University (JHU) and DPW. The construction footprint and vehicle access will be carefully managed to avoid overlapping with JHU’s project areas. Traffic disruptions and parking impacts will be minimized, and DOT will monitor the situation closely to ensure safety.

Have community concerns been addressed?

Yes. Two community meetings were held during the design phase, and community feedback was incorporated. A value engineering assessment was performed based on community input, selecting bridge rehabilitation instead of replacement to significantly reduce disruptions.

Will there be future community engagement?

Yes. Further community meetings are planned once the construction contract has been awarded to provide updated information and answer additional community questions.

Existing Conditions

Proposed Overflow Tunnel & Lined Arch Bridge

Proposed Temporary Access During Construction

The Remington Avenue Bridge Project will use the same Temporary Access that was planned for the recent DPW Stream Restoration Project, to minimize the disturbance to the slopes.