Ted Williams Tunnel, Road tunnel in Boston, United States
The Ted Williams Tunnel is a road crossing beneath Boston Harbor that links South Boston to East Boston. The crossing accommodates traffic through four lanes running underground below the water.
The crossing opened in 1995 after nearly 35 years of planning, initially restricted to commercial vehicles. Public use began in 2003.
The tunnel carries the name of Ted Williams, a Boston Red Sox player who left a lasting mark on the city's identity. Visitors encounter this connection to local sports heritage whenever they see signage or read about the crossing.
Drivers can pay through electronic toll systems, with lower rates for East Boston residents who register for E-ZPass. Knowing these systems in advance helps avoid delays when crossing.
Twelve steel sections fabricated in Baltimore form the underwater structure beneath the harbor. This made the crossing one of the deepest underwater road connections in North America when it opened.
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