New Cassel – Highlights on Upcoming Construction

New Cassel

Significant progress has been made on the LIRR Expansion Project from Floral Park to Hicksville, one of the region’s most noteworthy transportation projects. While the duration and intensity of work depends on the project element under construction, the 3^rd Track Constructors team is phasing elements to reduce the amount of disruption in any given community at any given time.

During the month of January, you will see crews performing the following construction activities in New Cassel:

Completion dates are subject to change due to developments related to COVID-19

School Street Grade Crossing Elimination Project

• On Friday, November 13, School Street reopened to the public in its new permanent configuration. For more information on this incredible milestone click here
• Following the opening of the roadway, crews are continuing to work on restoration of the surrounding area

G19 Substation

• Work at the G19 Substation is continuing throughout the month of January
• In adherence to our commitment to minimize disruption to the community, noise, dust, and vibration are continuously monitored

Permanent Utility Pole Installation

• Permanent wooden and steel utility poles have been installed along the railroad right-of-way throughout New Cassel
• Crews will begin to safely relocate cables from temporary poles to permanent poles
  • Once utility lines have been relocated, temporary utility poles will begin to be removed
    • Intermittent lane closures may be necessary in order to facilitate this work
  • Heavy construction equipment including cranes, bucket trucks, and more, are needed for this work

LIRR Work along the Railroad Right-of-Way

• In addition to 3TC’s activities, you may see or hear LIRR forces working along the railroad right-of-way. These activities may include:
  • Regular track inspection and maintenance; rail tie replacement; grade crossing elimination preparatory work
• To avoid LIRR service interruptions during peak commuting hours, LIRR work along the railroad right-of-way may take place overnight and on weekends.
• For more information, visit the post in the Community News section of LIRRExpansion.com

For up-to-date service changes and/or changes to station access, please visit MTA.info/LIRR