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Mayor: Railroad bridge project underway; South Main Street work will cause detours and months‑long disruptions

2255825 · February 10, 2025
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Mayor Costello reported that construction on the railroad bridge work has begun and will include utility relocations, detours and a multi‑year schedule; the project should raise clearance roughly 8–18 inches to improve truck access.

Mayor Costello told the Amherst City Council on Feb. 10 that construction has begun on the railroad bridge project affecting South Main Street and adjacent streets, and that the work will involve utility moves, detours and a multiyear schedule.

Costello said the initial work includes utility relocations and installation of a large crane to set components,…

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