Thruway Authority Sues Over Cuomo Bridge Issues

The New York State Thruway Authority has filed a multimillion-dollar lawsuit against Tappan Zee Constructors, alleging that parts of the Gov. Mario M. Cuomo Bridge, specifically 61 of the 192 anchor pipes, do not meet contractual durability standards. This legal action follows earlier disputes, including a dropped lawsuit by the consortium seeking nearly $1 billion from the Thruway Authority in 2021. Despite independent experts confirming the bridge's safety, the Thruway Authority insists on retrofitting the substandard components to ensure the bridge's longevity. The consortium defends the quality of its work and criticizes the Thruway Authority for prioritizing legal expenses over addressing broader infrastructural issues. This conflict underscores ongoing tensions over the $4 billion bridge, which was expected to last 100 years without major structural maintenance.