MBTA Systemwide Bridge Inspection & Load Rating

A maroon and grey passenger train crosses the wooden trestle Chelsea Mill Creek bridge over water, with two workers standing near the tracks.

Collins continues to provide above and underwater bridge inspection and load rating services on MBTA’s Systemwide bridges to evaluate their condition and determine their live load carrying capacity. This important work supports MBTA to ensure the continued safe operation of their rail and transit network. All work has been completed in accordance with applicable MBTA, […]

MBTA Earth Retaining Structure Inspections

Two construction workers in safety vests and helmets stand beside train tracks under a bridge, inspecting the area on a cloudy day.

One of the first state agencies in New England to initiate an earth retaining structure (ERS) program, the MBTA chose Collins to jumpstart this endeavor with compiling a systemwide ERS inventory. The scope of services involved developing program guidance, creating an inventory item list and data collection spreadsheet, and providing all associated project management, planning, […]