Moffat Tunnel Portal Rehabilitation

Moffat Tunnel Portal Rehabilitation

Structural rehabilitation of the historic Moffat Tunnel portal including rock bolting, shotcrete, and drainage improvements.

Project Stats

850
Rock Bolts
600 CY
Shotcrete
1,200 LF
Drain Installed
Zero
Train Delays

Services Used

Tunnel RehabilitationRailRock BoltingShotcrete
Client
Union Pacific Railroad
Location
Winter Park, CO
Year
2023
Category
Rail
Challenge

The Problem

The 96-year-old Moffat Tunnel portal exhibited significant deterioration from freeze-thaw cycles and water infiltration. Spalling concrete and loose rock threatened train operations. All work had to be completed during brief windows between freight traffic.

Solution

Our Approach

Our crews worked in 4-hour windows between trains, installing systematic rock bolts to secure loose blocks and applying fiber-reinforced shotcrete to restore the portal arch. A new drainage system was installed behind the liner to prevent future water damage.

Results

The Outcome

The portal was fully rehabilitated without any unplanned service interruptions. The new drainage system reduced water infiltration by 90%, extending the expected service life by 50+ years.

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Our Work in Action

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