Cosgrove Avenue Extension: Charleston Rail Infrastructure Upgrade

Cosgrove Avenue extension, a key rail link, now open at the Navy Base Intermodal Facility. Improved cargo transport efficiency from the Port of Charleston.

Cosgrove Avenue Extension: Charleston Rail Infrastructure Upgrade
September 12, 2025 9:13 pm
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Introduction

South Carolina Ports has opened the Cosgrove Avenue extension and pedestrian bridge in North Charleston, a key component of the Navy Base Intermodal Facility. This project, developed in conjunction with Palmetto Railways, a division of the South Carolina Department of Commerce, aims to enhance cargo movement efficiency from the Port of Charleston to inland markets.

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Project Overview

The Cosgrove Avenue extension project elevates Cosgrove Avenue above the rail yard, facilitating the unimpeded movement of trains to and from the Navy Base Intermodal Facility. This infrastructure improvement is designed to prevent disruptions to vehicle and pedestrian traffic.

Facility Details

The Navy Base Intermodal Facility, operated by Palmetto Railways, is situated on a 118-acre site located at the former Charleston Naval Complex. The facility is being developed to streamline the transfer of cargo from the Port of Charleston.

Rail Services

The Port of Charleston currently provides daily intermodal and merchandise rail services. These services are offered to customers through partnerships with CSX and Norfolk Southern.

Community Impact

The project’s development process incorporates measures to mitigate disruptions to the local community.

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Conclusion

The Cosgrove Avenue extension and pedestrian bridge, part of the Navy Base Intermodal Facility, are now operational. The project, managed by Palmetto Railways, aims to improve cargo transport efficiency from the Port of Charleston via CSX and Norfolk Southern rail services.

Company Summary

South Carolina Ports: This organization oversaw the construction of the Cosgrove Avenue extension and pedestrian bridge as part of the Navy Base Intermodal Facility.

Palmetto Railways: A division of the South Carolina Department of Commerce, Palmetto Railways is responsible for building and operating the Navy Base Intermodal Facility.

CSX: CSX is one of the rail service providers that offer intermodal and merchandise rail services from the Port of Charleston.

Norfolk Southern: Norfolk Southern is a rail service provider that offers intermodal and merchandise rail services from the Port of Charleston.

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