As part of the broader efforts under MDTA’s Comprehensive Preliminary & Final Engineering Design Services Contract (AE-2798), BVF Engineering is currently supporting in the design effort for the rehabilitation of the Curtis Creek Bridges—an essential corridor supporting regional mobility. The overall project scope involves preliminary and final engineering design of complex structural improvements and maintenance of traffic (MOT) to extend the service life of the bascule bridges while minimizing disruption to users. A critical subtask within this effort is comprehensive utility coordination for the purpose of facilitating safe and efficient construction activities around sensitive substructure elements, including underwater components.

BVF conducted a detailed utility survey and provided conceptual design services to support the preparation of bid-ready contract documents for the rehabilitation of the bascule piers at Curtis Creek. The team coordinated closely with utility owners—including BGE, telecom providers, and Baltimore City Development—to document existing infrastructure and evaluate potential conflicts with proposed construction. Using historical bridge drawings, inspection reports, and underwater imaging, BVF developed accurate existing utility base plans in MicroStation. The analysis included assessing the impact of proposed sheet piling cofferdams on surrounding utilities and recommending temporary utility relocation or protection measures. BVF also performed site investigations, engaged regulatory stakeholders, and provided ongoing technical support to ensure utility considerations were fully integrated into construction sequencing and design plans.