Natick Center Station Accessibility Improvements
The MBTA’s Natick Center Commuter Rail Station ranks in the top 25% of busiest Commuter Rail stations. We’re renovating the station to improve rider experience and bring it into compliance with updated accessibility standards.
- Contract awarded: November 2019
- Projected Completion: Winter 2024
- Budget: $40 million
- Status: Construction
Building a Better T
As part of our $9.6 billion, 5-year capital investment plan, we're renovating stations, modernizing fare collection systems, upgrading services for our buses, subways, and ferries, and improving the accessibility of the entire system.
Recent Updates
Moran Park Is Closed as of March 2, 2023
Due to upcoming construction activities and demolition, Moran Park at Natick Center will be closed until the new pedestrian bridge is completed in winter 2023. The closure of the park is necessary to ensure the safety of residents.
An alternative route shown below is available via North Main Street.
Temporary Relocation of Station Entrances
The current station entrances will be closed and relocated to Washington Street starting February 13. This will allow the contractor to complete the work on the west end of the station safely and efficiently.
These temporary entrances are planned to be open through spring 2024.
The quickest walking route from the existing to the new entrances is shown in blue dashed lines.
December 2022 Recorded Project Update
What to Expect During Construction
Please note that these dates are approximate. Anticipated completion of the Natick Center Station been extended to early 2024. The station will remain open throughout construction.
- Through spring 2024: Construction of the platforms, stairs, and elevators
- Spring through winter 2023: Pedestrian bridge replacement
- Winter 2024: Demolition of existing temporary platforms, streetscape work, and Cochituate Rail Trail connection
Construction primarily takes place on weekdays during daytime hours. Nighttime work will take place as required.
For public safety, we have installed temporary supplemental and emergency lighting. We anticipate this lighting to remain in place until the station’s permanent lighting and emergency lighting fixtures are in use. The temporary lights are set and directed downward, with little to no light spillage onto adjacent properties expected.
Project Renderings
Rendering of the station elements, viewed from the platform
Rendering of the station entrance from Washington Street
Rendering of the pedestrian bridge at night
Rendering of the inbound platform
Rendering of the outbound platform
Rendering of the station from a bird's eye view
Rendering of Natick Station improvements
Rendering of the inbound platform at Natick Center
Natick Center map, satellite view
Pedestrian Bridge Comparison: Current Photos and Planned Work
Pedestrian bridge viewed from North Ave
Pedestrian bridge viewed from the south
Project Progress
Ramp 2 installation progress at East End (May 2022)
A partition on the inbound platform prevents pedestrians from entering the construction area. (May 2020)
In-progress demolition of the wood canopy along the inbound platform of Natick Center Station. (May 2020)
Completed demolition of the wood canopy on the inbound platform of Natick Center Station. (May 2020)
Completed demolition of the concrete slab over the brook along the outbound platform of Natick Center Station. (May 2020)
Rail bed installation on the western side of the inbound platform. (January 2021)
Another view of the rail bed installation on the western side of the inbound platform. (January 2021)
Test piles done on the outbound track west of Washington Street Bridge. (January 2021)
Past Events
Downloads
Contact Information
For all questions and comments related to the Natick Center Station Accessibility Improvements, please contact Natick Center project staff at natickcenter@mbta.com.
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Building a Better T
As part of our $9.6 billion, 5-year capital investment plan, we're renovating stations, modernizing fare collection systems, upgrading services for our buses, subways, and ferries, and improving the accessibility of the entire system.