Rhode Island awarded $221 million in federal funding for Washington Bridge replacement
Originally opened in 1930, the Washington Bridge spans the Seekonk River, connecting Providence and East Providence.
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DOT unleashes $4.2 billion in MEGA, INFRA grants to tackle transportation initiatives nationwide
This funding will be used to advance large-scale and complex transportation projects poised to improve the safety, efficiency and reliability of the nation’s roadways, ports and bridges.
Boston bridge secures $472 million MEGA grant for replacement, modernization
The Draw One Bridge carries rail traffic over the Charles River, connecting the cities of Boston and Cambridge.
DOT allocating $217 million in MEGA grants to Port of Philadelphia expansion project
The project will increase shipping capacity and efficiency through one of the fastest growing ports in the U.S.
Transportation Department opens applications for $5.1 billion in grants
Three major discretionary grant programs streamlined into one program; deadline to apply is May 6
Transportation Department allocated millions of dollars on large infrastructure projects
Transportation Department’s MEGA program supports projects with grants that are too complex or large for traditional funding programs
