The Big Dig: Reshaping an American City

The Big Dig was a large-scale project in Boston to reroute the city's main highway, I-93, underground through a complex system of tunnels and bridges. This transformation aimed to reduce surface traffic congestion, improve safety, and revitalize the downtown area by removing the highway from view. Completed in the early 2000s, the project significantly improved urban mobility and aesthetics, facilitating economic development and enhancing quality of life. Despite challenges like delays and cost overruns, the Big Dig is considered one of the most ambitious urban infrastructure endeavors in the United States, fundamentally reshaping Boston’s landscape and connectivity.