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Portal North Bridge

Kearny, New Jersey

Estimated valueNot verified
StageUnder construction
Owner / developerNJ TRANSIT / Amtrak
Last verified2026-10-02

Project overview

Higher fixed rail bridge replaces the aging movable Portal Bridge over the Hackensack River to improve Northeast Corridor reliability.

Scope
Higher fixed rail bridge replaces the aging movable Portal Bridge over the Hackensack River to improve Northeast Corridor reliability.
Project type
Rail bridge replacement
Reported investment / scope
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Funding sources
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Delivery method
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Organizations involved

Owner / developer
NJ TRANSIT / Amtrak
Developer
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Engineering firm / architect
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General contractor / construction manager
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EPC contractor
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Technology / equipment providers
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Financial sponsor
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Business opportunities

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Upcoming procurement
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Timeline & key dates

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Recent project updates
Development date: 2026-09-17
What changed: Final track cutover scheduled for October 9.
Why it matters: Rail operators and project teams face about five weeks of adjusted service while the new bridge moves toward full operation.

History:
First track in service in March 2026; final track cutover scheduled to begin October 9, 2026
Challenges / risks
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Additional project record

Owner: NJ TRANSIT / Amtrak

Location: Kearny, New Jersey

Sector: Transportation & Mobility

Stage: Under Construction

Higher fixed rail bridge replaces the aging movable Portal Bridge over the Hackensack River to improve Northeast Corridor reliability.

Project update: First track in service in March 2026; final track cutover scheduled to begin October 9, 2026

Project source

Reviewed October 2, 2026. Published targets are subject to change.

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