February 2018
Construction begins on the new Frederick Douglass Memorial Bridge
WASHINGTON, DC - Archer Western, along with joint venture partner Granite Construction and the entire South Capitol Bridgebuilders team, joined dignitaries and elected officials to break ground on the new Frederick Douglass Memorial Bridge.
The new bridge is part of The South Capitol Corridor Project, Washington D.C.'s largest public infrastructure project in history. The scope of work includes the construction of two new approach ovals and the reconstruction of a portion of I-295 adjacent to the new bridge. When complete, the bridge will have six lanes, and improved accommodations for bicycle and pedestrian traffic.
"The project is already creating jobs for District residents, and once completed, the new Frederick Douglass Memorial Bridge will have a tremendous impact on our city's transportation network and economic growth," said Washington DC Mayor Muriel Bowser.
Archer Western is leading the joint venture that will be responsible for constructing the $441 million project, with AECOM serving as lead designer.