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GDOT’s Bridge Project Over SR 293, CSX Railroad Advances C.W. Matthews Contracting Co. Inc. is making steady progress on the Georgia Department of Transportation’s (GDOT) $30.1 million State Route 3/U.S. 41 bridges over State Route 293 and CSX Railroad project that is constructing northbound and southbound bridges in the city of Emerson in Barstow County, Ga. The work on the project began on June 26, 2023, with C.W. Matthews expected to deliver the project by April 25, 2027. “The northbound bridge is completed,” Joe Schulman, a GDOT spokesman, told Construction Equipment Guide. “Once the new roadway is installed, traffic will be shifted to the new northbound alignment. At that
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time, coordination will be done with the railroad to schedule the removal of the old bridge. Upon removal, the new southbound bridge and roadway will be built.” Preliminary planning for the project, which will replace two existing bridges built in 1951, began in 2018. The project was designed by Kimley-Horn. The new three-span bridges, 355 ft. long, will have two lanes in each direction, 4-ft. wide inner shoulders and 8-ft. wide outer shoulders. Crews are reconstructing the roadway approaches to the bridges, building a large retaining wall on SR 3/U.S. 41 just north of the bridge under construction, installing new drainage structures and partially reconstructsee GDOT page 6
GSU Receives Clearances to Build Baseball Stadium The athletics program of Georgia State University (GSU) in downtown Atlanta announced that it had reached a major milestone in its long-anticipated baseball stadium construction, as the city officially approved the land disturbance permit for the project. State University render With the approval, GSU Rendering of the GSU’s proposedGeorgia Baseball stadinoted on Dec. 11, 2025, um. that it had received all necessary clearances to begin building its Contractors in Sandy Springs, Ga., has new baseball facility, a transformational already begun moving equipment to the addition to both the university’s athletics site. Construction is scheduled to be comportfolio and the surrounding pleted in the fall of 2026. Summerhill community within Atlanta. The project’s builder, Albion General see GSU page 6
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C.W. Matthews Contracting Co. Inc. is making steady progress on the Georgia Department of Transportation’s $30.1 million State Route 3/U.S. 41 bridges over State Route 293 and CSX Railroad project.
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C.W. Matthews Makes Progress On GDOT Project in Emerson GDOT from page 1
wise, C.W. Matthews is using concrete, steel, asphalt and aggregate, as well as installing storm drains. “Excavation was required for the bridge and wall foundations,” Schulman said. For the building of the northbound bridge, equipment operators are using Link-Belt 238 crawler cranes; Cat excavators; track hoes; rollers; various types of loaders; and other standard pieces of iron, which also are aidGDOT photo ing the other project elements. Ensuring the safety of its personnel is a prime concern for C.W. Matthews, This illustrated by rope and harness system attached to a wall and a bridge that permitted a worker to examine and prepare a large vertical section of rebar. Peak days have several C.W. Matthews crew and subcontractor employees on site. The total of materials generated by excavation operations hasn’t been finalized, nor have the amounts of new materials to be brought in. C.W. Matthews, which has many ongoing projects in the state, owns and operates a large fleet supplied by local and regional dealerships. To ensure that operations proceed smoothly, the company has onsite mechanics to deal with daily wear-and-tear The major structures that have been constructed are the wall on issues and routine maintenance.
ing SR 293 under the bridges. The traffic management plan is based on shifting motorists to one of the bridges at a time while the new bridge and roadway are being built. “This is a typical staging sequence when replacing sections of roadways and/or bridges,” Schulman said The major structures that have
been constructed are the wall on the northeast side of the project and the new northbound bridge over the railroad. “Work is progressing as planned,” said Schulman, who noted that this is primarily a day shift operation and that there are few water, soil and utility issues affecting operations. The plan for the bridges is to construct one at a time. Materials-
the northeast side of the project and the new northbound bridge over the railroad.
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The work on the project began on June 26, 2023, with C.W. Matthews expected to deliver the project by April 25, 2027.
New GSU Baseball Stadium Will Be Built On Historic Site GSU from page 1
When it is finished, the stadium will provide several key benefits including bringing the baseball program closer to the heart of campus, furthering GSU’s investment in the continued development of the surrounding Summerhill neighborhood and creating more opportunities for engagement with students, faculty, staff and alumni at a location just steps from Center Parc Credit Union Stadium, GSU Convocation Center and Georgia State’s downtown campus. The $15.4 million project will be built on the historic site of the former Atlanta-Fulton County Stadium, the longtime home of Major League Baseball’s Atlanta Braves, the NFL’s Atlanta Falcons, Atlanta Chiefs pro soccer team, the Peach Bowl and a slew of landmark events, including Olympic baseball in 1996. The location also marks one of the most significant moments in sports history: Hank Aaron’s record-breaking 715th home run on April 8, 1974, as a member of the Braves. Georgia State is deeply committed to honoring Aaron’s lega-
cy, beginning with the relocation of the Hank Aaron statue from Center Parc Credit Union Stadium to the proposed baseball stadium’s main entrance. Among other tributes to be announced honoring the former stadium’s unique heritage are a commemorative marker in the facility’s left field denoting the landing spot of Aaron’s home run. The marker will replace the existing chain link fence and block wall erected after the old stadium’s demolition. Beyond honoring history, the new baseball park will feature modern amenities designed to enhance both player development and fan experience. Plans include a turf playing surface, expanded dugouts, upgraded batting and bullpen facilities, new technology infrastructure and improved seating and hospitality spaces. “This stadium represents more than just a place to play baseball,” GSU President Dr. M. Brian Blake said in a news release from the school. “It connects Georgia State to Atlanta’s sports legacy and creates a vibrant future for our
program and community.” He and other university officials recognize the significance of the stadium project for its community and supporters and promised to share updates on its progress as the facility develops. “We understand the importance of this project to many,” said Charlie Cobb, Georgia State athletics director. “It is exciting for us as well. Additionally, there are still ways to help us expand our scope by financially contributing to the project. Every contribution helps us make this project even more special for our student-athletes, fans and alumni.” Cobb also expressed the school’s sincere gratitude to the loyal donors whose generosity helped make the project possible. Naming partners for the baseball stadium and playing field will be announced once they are approved by the University System of Georgia board of regents. Numerous other naming opportunities remain available for those interested in contributing to the historic project.
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