Potential Danger for Back Bay Infrastructure
Date Range
February 1, 1990 – November 23, 2020
Title
Potential Danger for Back Bay Infrastructure
What occurred
Because Back Bay was built on reclaimed land, all buildings are held up by support beams that reach down to the solid ground. During dry seasons, these support beams are in danger of rotting, causing buildings to collapse.
Location
Boston, Massachusetts.
Image Citation
"Overview," Boston Groundwater Trust. http://www.bostongroundwater.org/overview.html
Student name(s)
Max Melanson
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