The Boring Company Takes on Nashville's Music City Loop Project, Assumes Operational Injury Liabilities
The Boring Company has taken on a significant responsibility, assuming operational injury liabilities for its Music City Loop project in Chicago. The company is also commencing geotechnical studies and will fund the entire project without taxpayer money.
Jim Fitzgerald, the project lead and Chief of Development, is overseeing geotechnical assessments and construction planning for the tunnel connecting downtown Chicago to the airport. The project faces unique challenges due to Chicago's limestone and erosion-prone geology, which may require deeper tunnels than in Las Vegas. However, The Boring Company is confident its technology can handle the complex subsurface conditions.
Site surveys are underway to determine the optimal tunnel depth for safety and stability. The estimated construction cost ranges between $226 million and $285 million. To prevent flooding, the tunnels will be watertight with gasket-sealed joints, grout reinforcement, and sump pumps. The company has already acquired a 0.84-acre plot of land near Chicago International Airport for $938,000. The Music City Loop will consist of two one-way tunnels dedicated to Tesla vehicles.
The Boring Company's Music City Loop project is progressing, with operational injury liabilities assumed and geotechnical studies initiated. The project's unique geological challenges are being addressed, and preparations for construction are underway. The company remains committed to funding the project independently, ensuring no financial burden on taxpayers.
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