CRRNJ Terminal Repairs
CRRNJ Terminal Repairs
Jersey City, New Jersey
The historic Central Railroad of New Jersey Terminal (CRRNJ), a grand setting for much of New Jersey's transportation history in the northeast, sits prominently at the north end of the park. The terminal was significantly damaged by the flood waters & wind of Superstorm Hurricane Sandy & was closed to the public. lwdmr’s work to restore the terminal included assessment of existing conditions, evaluation of options & recommendations for restoration, replacement & repairs.
The existing lightning protection system was repaired & upgraded as required to meet current requirements. Slightly sloping built-up roof areas were replaced with new SBS modified bitumen roofing. Work required on the windows varied by location, but generally included replacement of the lower sash, frame repairs & reconstruction, sill repairs & replacement, stop & trim replacement, hardware repairs & replacement, re-glazing, prep & painting. Many doors were torn from their frames, & thus require replacement as well as reconstruction of the assemblies that framed them.
Typology
Restoration + Rehabilitation
Timeline
BUILT
Location
New Jersey, USA
Client
State of New Jersey – Division of Parks, Liberty State Park
The terminal was significantly damaged by the flood waters & wind of SS Sandy & was closed to the public. Windows & doors that were significantly damaged, destroyed & /or missing were restored or replaced with historically appropriate replacement components.
The former Central Railroad of New Jersey terminal in Liberty State Park (circa 1889) had until late 2012 served as a visitor center for Liberty State Park & ferry terminal for visitors to Ellis Island & the Statue of Liberty.
Reconstruction Phase
Slate roof areas were restored. Previous slate repair areas were replaced, blown off areas were re-roofed & specific areas addressed where repairs were required. Copper roof flashing, caps & decorative elements were restored & / or replaced where missing or damaged.