Projects

“We can provide full service— stone, barge, equipment… in that way, it makes us cutting edge.”

- Stephen Kelly, VP Sales & Operations

The Brooklyn Bridge Park Project

The Brooklyn Bridge Park Project is the most significant park development in Brooklyn in over 100 years.  The 85-acre, 1.3 mile long park is situated along the East River from north of the Manhattan Bridge to Atlantic Avenue, and includes Piers 1 – 6. 

The goal is to connect visitors to the waterfront and NY Harbor again.  In order to accomplish this, the project plan is to clean up the land and water, restore the natural habitat, beautify the surroundings, and even use renewable energy, such as solar and hybrid technology.  The area will virtually be transformed into a scenic and enjoyable public space filled with beautifully landscaped lawns, beaches, coves, playgrounds, floating pathways, fishing piers, canals, paddling waters and restored wetlands. 

The project began in March 2009, and the Port of Coeymans is supplying all large and specialty stone for shoring. The site contractor, Phoenix Marine, is responsible for installing the stone.  Approximately 5500 tons per barge load will be shipped, with a Caterpillar 345 excavator on the barge to offload.  We look forward to seeing the spectacular end result of the much-needed public park space in Brooklyn.

The Willis Avenue Bridge Project

The Willis Avenue Bridge over the Harlem River extends from First Avenue and East 124th Street in Manhattan to Willis Avenue and East 134th Street in the Bronx.  Its four lanes of one-way traffic act as a couplet to the Third Avenue Bridge.

Due to decades of daily usage, as well as normal wear and tear from weather and age, The Department of Transportation decided to replace the bridge, including the FDR Drive and Bruckner Boulevard ramps. The new bridge will feature wider lanes, shoulders, and a pathway for pedestrians and cyclists.

The new swing span of the Willis Avenue Bridge will be fully assembled at the Port of Coeymans and, when the foundations are ready, transported to New York City and floated into place. The project is scheduled for completion by the end of 2012.