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Progress Update, Week of May 18th, 2026

During the week of May 18, the Gowanus Remediation Team (GRT) continued RTA 2 Bulkhead Support System installation operations.

Bulkhead installation continued at the 6th Street Turning Basin. Installed sheet piles were backfilled.

Bulkhead installation continued near Bond Street. Drain pipes were installed.

Bulkhead installation continued near 9th Street. Drain outlet covers were installed.

Bulkhead installation continued at the 7th Street Turning Basin. Sheet piles were installed. Tiebacks were installed.

Photos of construction activities are provided below.

Sheet pile installation at the 7th Street Turning Basin.
Tieback installation at the 7th Street Turning Basin.

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