The Massachusetts Department of Transportation’s Board of Directors announced they had approved the $20.7 billion Capital Investment Plan for the state.
The five-year plan will focus on modernizing transportation infrastructure, officials said, while improving safety and reliability, and creating jobs and supporting economic growth across the state. The plan includes $4.4 billion in investments supported by Fair Share revenues, and will fund critical improvements to roads, bridges, and culverts, as well as rail and transit infrastructure. Officials said the plan also includes significant investments in the MBTA Regional Transit Authorities, municipal transportation programs, and bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure.
“The Fiscal Year 2027-Fiscal Year 2031 Capital Investment Plan reflects our commitment to building a safer, more reliable and seamless multimodal transportation network for everyone who lives, works and travels in Massachusetts,” Interim Secretary of Transportation and MBTA General Manager Phillip Eng said. “The Healey-Driscoll Administration and the Legislature have continued to make significant investments that have allowed both MassDOT and the MBTA to enhance and expand service, strengthen capacity and technical support for municipalities, and continue to ensure that we are able to execute infrastructure and transit projects that help impact the quality of life for our residents, businesses and visitors. These investments will support economic growth, improve mobility and help ensure that communities across the state can thrive.”
The plan includes $7.1 billion for the Bridge Program, $2.1 billion for the Roadway Reconstruction Program, $2.0 billion for Chapter 90 and other municipal grant programs, $1.77 billion in investments for the MBTA, $1.3 billion for the Interstate, Non-Interstate, and Municipal Pavement Programs, $746 million for Intersection Improvements and Systemic Safety Improvements, and $731 million for investments in bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure.
“This plan represents a strategic approach to meeting the transportation needs of today while preparing for the challenges of tomorrow,” Undersecretary of Transportation Policy Samantha Silverberg said. “By investing in critical infrastructure and multimodal transportation networks, we are carrying our mission of providing safe, reliable transportation options for residents and visitors, expanding economic opportunity, and supporting communities in every region of Massachusetts.”