"The 5,200-feet Newark Bay crossing was part of Columbia Transmission Communication's 270-mile communications project from Washington, D.C. to New York City. This particular bore was one of the most difficult and sensitive on the entire project. Its close proximity to another fiber optic cable and a very high voltage electric cable, plus the length and depth, made it quite a challenge. There were also environmental concerns to be cognizant of, and per the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, the construction was performed under the observation of a New Jersey P.E. The project was completed with minimal problems and those that did occur were resolved quickly. There were absolutely no environmental write-ups for noncompliance. During our preconstruction meeting, we stressed teamwork. The bore was completed better than any of us could have anticipated, and I believe the resulting success was in large part due to Henkels & McCoy's commitment to the team effort."

Lynn McCoy *
Project Manager
Columbia Transmission Communication


* Mr.  McCoy is not affiliated with Henkels & McCoy, Inc.