The Spire Hole is gone, the ramp is in, and 400 Lake Shore is starting to look like a building

Trucks enter the 400 Lake Shore construction site using the new ramp off Lake Shore Drive.

Never forget the Chicago Spire Hole. Don’t miss it, but don’t forget it, either. If you had vacation plans for late this summer to check out the infamous chasm but wanted to wait for the DNC chaos to subside, you’re too late. Other than a few tiny remnants, the cofferdam is history.

A whole bunch of photos of construction activity and progress at 400 Lake Shore from August 22, 2024:

Enjoying the photos? Metra and CTA rides (and Amtrak trains to Milwaukee), Zipcars, Divvy Bikes, camera lenses, domain fees, snacks & energy drinks, and comfortable walking shoes add up. You can help offset expenses by making a greatly-appreciated donation to Building Up Chicago.

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