New Tappan Zee bridge in NY pegged at $5.2 billion

[Long Train Runnin']

I saw this article and I just can't believe the transit options would have cost THAT much.

New Tappan Zee bridge in NY pegged at $5.2 billion

In 2008, several designs for a new bridge were unveiled, with costs estimated at the time at $9 billion to $16 billion depending on which mass transit options were included. The possibilities ranged from upgraded bus service to light rail to an east-west commuter rail line that would link several existing north-south routes.
The FHA said the cost could have exceeded $21 billion.

Instead, "The project has been re-scoped to focus solely on the bridge," bringing it down to $5.2 billion, the FHA said. Transit components are "currently not a part of the design," it said.

It wasn't immediately clear which, if any, mass transit enhancements could be added later.

How did those options cost so much more?

 

[Green Maned Lion]

Jersey and New York corruption.

 

[Just-Thinking-51]

Pork

Build a bridge over a body of water. Pay for new sidewalk 50 miles away. That how fast things get out of control.

Note the transit components were to be a complete new services. Heavy Rail, Light Rail, or bus, but all new and sparkling.

 

[Long Train Runnin']

Even with new service those numbers are out of control. I just can't believe it.