Despite past experiences with the Big Dig, a large majority of Greater Boston residents support a new tunnel to replace the Tobin Bridge. A poll showed that 75% of respondents prefer a tunnel, believing it would be less disruptive and more efficient. Improvements in tunnel construction technology and engineering student involvement are seen as potential benefits to mitigate costs. However, there is vocal opposition emphasizing skepticism regarding budget and timeline concerns, reflecting the anxiety stemming from previous infrastructure projects in the region.
"Less disruptive and more efficient," declared Bill from Southborough of the tunnel option, echoing the opinions of most of the more than 350 readers who responded to our poll.
"Constructing a tunnel now is completely different than it was when the Big Dig was being planned," wrote Rob N. from Reading. "Boring machines can make the work mostly happen underground..."
"I have ZERO faith that they will be able to do it on budget or on time," wrote John B. of Roslindale. "We have all the proof we need in how the Big Dig went."
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