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Project in Focus: MTA East Side Access CQ033 Mid- Day Storage Yard

MTA East Side Access CQ033 Mid- Day Storage Yard

MTA East Side Access CQ033 Mid- Day Storage Yard


The scope of work for this project included the furnishing and installation of

nearly 50,000 TF of concrete tie ballasted track with an aluminum third rail system and the design, procurement, & installation of 78 concrete tie special trackwork packages including double-crossovers and a double-slip.


The work was completed in an active LIRR yard with live Amtrak lines adjacent to areas of new construction.


NEW CONSTRUCTION


This project demonstrates Delta Railroads abilities in varying types of track construction in varying site conditions.

Dates of Construction:  06/2017 to 10/2021


Location: Queens, NY


Overall Project Scope:

  • Overall Project Narrative: The scope of work for this project included the furnishing and installation of nearly 50,000 TF of concrete tie ballasted track with an aluminum third rail system and the design, procurement, & installation of 78 concrete tie special trackwork packages including double-crossovers and a double-slip.

  • The work was completed in an active LIRR yard with live Amtrak lines adjacent to areas of new construction.

  • Work Services Provided: Delta Railroad was awarded the contract to install the new yard track including procurement of all materials for track, special trackwork, and third rail systems.


    Project Quantities

  • 47,172 TF – Ballasted Track

  • 51,828 LF – Third Rail / Contact Rail

  • 66 EA – Special Trackwork Turnouts

  • 2 EA – Special Trackwork Double Slip

  • 3 EA – Special Trackwork Double Crossovers



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