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Michael Baker to provide construction services for Pennsylvania road upgrade project

In cooperation with the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), Michael Baker International is to provide construction services for the improvement of Freedom Road, a major roadway that connects the northern suburbs of Pittsburgh, Interstate 79 and the Pennsylvania Turnpike to State Route 65 (SR 65). PennDOT recently awarded the company a US$4.9 million contract to provide construction management and inspection services for phases one and two of the multi-year project. As part of the c
December 21, 2016 Read time: 1 min
In cooperation with the 6111 Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), Michael Baker International is to provide construction services for the improvement of Freedom Road, a major roadway that connects the northern suburbs of Pittsburgh, Interstate 79 and the Pennsylvania Turnpike to State Route 65 (SR 65).

PennDOT recently awarded the company a US$4.9 million contract to provide construction management and inspection services for phases one and two of the multi-year project. 
 
As part of the contract, Michael Baker’s experts in construction management and inspection will ensure timely, efficient and safe delivery for the realignment and full reconstruction for portions of a three-mile stretch of Freedom Road, travelled by 4,567 commuters a day.  The improvements will include structure replacement, significant stream relocation, drainage upgrades, guide rail installations, signage and pavement markings, traffic signal upgrades and the addition of a turning lane at SR 65. 

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