Transactions of the American Society of Civil Engineers, vol. LXVIII, Sept. 1910 The Bergen Hill Tunnels. Paper No. 1154 By: F. Lavis
In Transactions of the American Society of Civil Engineers, vol. LXVIII, Sept. 1910, F. Lavis presents a comprehensive paper exploring the construction of the Bergen Hill Tunnels. Lavis expertly details the challenges and engineering feats involved in this ambitious project, providing valuable insights into the innovative techniques used at the time. His thorough analysis of the geological conditions, construction methods, and overall design of the tunnels offers readers a fascinating look into the intricacies of civil engineering in the early 20th century. Lavis's meticulous research and clear explanations make this paper a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of infrastructure development. Overall, Paper No. 1154 is a well-written and informative piece that sheds light on the ingenuity and dedication of the engineers who worked on the Bergen Hill Tunnels. It is a must-read for anyone with a passion for civil engineering or a curiosity about the challenges of building underground structures. First Page: American Society of Civil Engineers Instituted 1852 TRANSACTIONS Paper No. 1154 THE NEW YORK TUNNEL EXTENSION OF THE PENNSYLVANIA RAILROAD. THE BERGEN HILL TUNNELS.[1] By F. LAVIS, M. Am. Soc. C. E. [Footnote 1: Presented at the meeting of April 6th, 1910.] Location. That section of the Pennsylvania Railroad's New York Tunnels lying west of the Hudson River is designated Section "K," and the tunnels are generally spoken of as the Bergen Hill Tunnels. Bergen Hill is a trap dike (diabase) forming the lower extension of the Hudson River Palisades. There are two parallel single track tunnels, cross sections of which are shown on Plate VIII of the paper by Charles M. Jacobs, M. Am. Soc. C. E. The center line is a tangent, and nearly on the line of 32d Street, New York City, produced, its course being N. 50° 30' W. The elevation of the top of the rail at the Weehawken Shaft (a view of which is shown by Fig. 2, Plate XXII), on the west bank of the Hudson River, is about 64 ft. below mean high water; and at the Western Portal, or Hackensack end, the rail is about 17 ft. above; the grade throughout is 1.3%, ascending from east to west. The length of each tunnel between the portals is 5,920 ft. A general plan and profile of these tunnels is shown on Plate I of the paper by Charles W... Continue reading book >>

Transactions of the American Society of Civil Engineers, vol. LXVIII, Sept. 1910 The Bergen Hill Tunnels. Paper No. 1154 By: F. Lavis

In Transactions of the American Society of Civil Engineers, vol. LXVIII, Sept. 1910, F. Lavis presents a comprehensive paper exploring the construction of the Bergen Hill Tunnels. Lavis expertly details the challenges and engineering feats involved in this ambitious project, providing valuable insights into the innovative techniques used at the time.

His thorough analysis of the geological conditions, construction methods, and overall design of the tunnels offers readers a fascinating look into the intricacies of civil engineering in the early 20th century. Lavis's meticulous research and clear explanations make this paper a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of infrastructure development.

Overall, Paper No. 1154 is a well-written and informative piece that sheds light on the ingenuity and dedication of the engineers who worked on the Bergen Hill Tunnels. It is a must-read for anyone with a passion for civil engineering or a curiosity about the challenges of building underground structures.

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American Society of Civil Engineers Instituted 1852 TRANSACTIONS

Paper No. 1154

THE NEW YORK TUNNEL EXTENSION OF THE PENNSYLVANIA RAILROAD. THE BERGEN HILL TUNNELS.[1]

By F. LAVIS, M. Am. Soc. C. E.

[Footnote 1: Presented at the meeting of April 6th, 1910.]

Location. That section of the Pennsylvania Railroad's New York Tunnels lying west of the Hudson River is designated Section "K," and the tunnels are generally spoken of as the Bergen Hill Tunnels. Bergen Hill is a trap dike (diabase) forming the lower extension of the Hudson River Palisades.

There are two parallel single track tunnels, cross sections of which are shown on Plate VIII of the paper by Charles M. Jacobs, M. Am. Soc. C. E. The center line is a tangent, and nearly on the line of 32d Street, New York City, produced, its course being N. 50° 30' W. The elevation of the top of the rail at the Weehawken Shaft (a view of which is shown by Fig. 2, Plate XXII), on the west bank of the Hudson River, is about 64 ft. below mean high water; and at the Western Portal, or Hackensack end, the rail is about 17 ft. above; the grade throughout is 1.3%, ascending from east to west. The length of each tunnel between the portals is 5,920 ft.

A general plan and profile of these tunnels is shown on Plate I of the paper by Charles W... Continue reading book >>

Book sections
Transactions of the American Society of Civil Engineers, vol. LXVIII, Sept. 1910 The New York Tunnel Extension of the Pennsylvania Railroad The Terminal Station - West	Transactions of the American Society of Civil Engineers, vol. LXX, Dec. 1910 Tests of Creosoted Timber, Paper No. 1168	Transactions of the American Society of Civil Engineers, vol. LXX, Dec. 1910 Reinforced Concrete Pier Construction
Transactions of the American Society of Civil Engineers, Vol. LXVIII, Sept. 1910 The New York Tunnel Extension of the Pennsylvania Railroad. Meadows Division and Harrison Transfer Yard. Paper No. 1153	Transactions of the American Society of Civil Engineers, Vol. LXVIII, Sept. 1910 The New York Tunnel Extension of the Pennsylvania Railroad. The East River Division. Paper No. 1152	Transactions of the American Society of Civil Engineers, Vol. LXVIII, Sept. 1910 The New York Tunnel Extension of the Pennsylvania Railroad. Paper No. 1150
Transactions of the American Society of Civil Engineers, vol. LXVIII, Sept. 1910 The Site of the Terminal Station. Paper No. 1157	Transactions of the American Society of Civil Engineers, vol. LXX, Dec. 1910 Federal Investigations of Mine Accidents, Structural Materials and Fuels. Paper No. 1171	Transactions of the American Society of Civil Engineers, vol. LXVIII, Sept. 1910 The New York Tunnel Extension of the Pennsylvania Railroad, The North River Division. Paper No. 1151
Transactions of the American Society of Civil Engineers, vol. LXVIII, Sept. 1910 The New York Tunnel Extension of the Pennsylvania Railroad. The East River Tunnels. Paper No. 1159	Transactions of the American Society of Civil Engineers, Vol. LXX, Dec. 1910 Locomotive Performance On Grades Of Various Lengths, Paper No. 1172	Transactions of the American Society of Civil Engineers, Vol. LXX, Dec. 1910 A Concrete Water Tower, Paper No. 1173
Transactions of the American Society of Civil Engineers, Vol. LXX, Dec. 1910 Final Report of Special Committee on Rail Sections, Paper No. 1177	Transactions of the American Society of Civil Engineers, Vol. LXX, Dec. 1910 Address at the 42d Annual Convention, Chicago, Illinois, June 21st, 1910, Paper No. 1178	Transactions of the American Society of Civil Engineers, Vol. LXVIII, Sept. 1910 The New York Tunnel Extension of the Pennsylvania Railroad. The Cross-Town Tunnels. Paper No. 1158
Transactions of the American Society of Civil Engineers, vol. LXVIII, Sept. 1910 The Bergen Hill Tunnels. Paper No. 1154	Transactions of the American Society of Civil Engineers, vol. LXXII, June, 1911 Water Purification Plant, Washington, D. C. Results of Operation.

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