July 17, 2026
B&P Tunnel “On Track” Newsletter Issue 10 – Summer 2026
B&P Tunnel “On Track” Newsletter Issue #10 – Summer 2026 Read the Full Newsletter Here The B&P Tunnel Replacement Program…
Community
Program Status
Amtrak has begun major construction for the B&P Tunnel Replacement Program. These investments will unlock the biggest rail bottleneck between Washington, D.C. and New York, improving reliability and delivering faster travel times for millions of people.
Stay up to date on important news during Frederick Douglass Tunnel construction.
Amtrak's Community Investment Program
We are committed to investing $50M in the West Baltimore community.
Investments will be made through community grants and direct investments, with projects covering six categories:
- Community Development
- Workforce Development
- Parks and Recreation
- Community Gardens, Vacant Lots and Public Space
- Transportation
- Historic Preservation
Latest Updates
July 15, 2026
New Haven to Providence Capacity Planning Study
The New Haven to Providence Capacity Planning Study is an important opportunity to evaluate alternatives for preserving and improving Northeast...
June 23, 2026
B&P Railroad Histories Initiative: Share Your Railroad History!
B&P Railroad Histories Initiative Amtrak is gathering community stories and historic photos for a future display in the new West…
March 9, 2026
B&P Tunnel Program Construction Milestone: Utility Siphon Tunnel “Breakthrough”
In February, our contractor “broke through” the last section of rock pillar via controlled blasting for the future Utility Siphon…
Stay in Touch
For additional information, email bptunnel@amtrak.com or call (443) 423-1115 to speak to a member of the program team.