NEC Tie Project

In an effort to keep its infrastructure in a state-of-good-repair, Amtrak will begin a project June 2, 2013, to replace concrete railroad ties on the Northeast Corridor (NEC) between Metuchen and New Brunswick. While work is underway, customers will board and exit trains on special platform extensions at Metuchen, Edison and New Brunswick stations, and some railcar doors will not open at those stations.

Similar to a highway project with lane closures, tracks will be taken out of service, reducing the availability of track space through the area. As a result, some trip times will be longer and significant adjustments to station stops are required on select weekday and weekend trains in an effort to give customers enough time to safely board and exit trains.

The first phase of work will begin June 2 on Track 4, which affects westbound trains (to Trenton) serving Metuchen, Edison and New Brunswick stations. In August, Track 4 is scheduled to reopen with work beginning on Track 1, affecting eastbound trains (to New York) stopping at the three stations. NJ TRANSIT employees will be available to assist with boarding changes as needed.

A temporary schedule was created to assist customers planning a trip. Be sure to check your specific timetable closely for any adjustments to your train service. Customer also should listen closely to onboard and station announcements for updates. For further information, visit www.njtransit.com.

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