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Structural work continues on the pool and gym addition

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Structural work continues on the pool and gym addition
We are committed to keeping you informed as we complete construction from the MMSD 2020 facilities referendum.
 

Structural work continues on the pool and gym addition

 

Construction workers made significant progress on the new pool and gym addition over winter break. The south and east concrete masonry unit (CMU) walls in the gym space are complete, and work is ongoing on the west CMU walls. Because of the cold weather, crews built plastic barriers around the masonry scaffolds to hold in the heat as the walls are being installed.
In the pool area, structural steel joists are being installed, which will support the steel decking and roof, as well as provide additional rigidity to the overall building structure. These joists undergo an in-depth painting process, which starts in the fabrication shop and finishes in the building, so they are protected in a pool environment.
Masonry crews are working on lifts inside the plastic barrier to install the west CMU wall

Masonry crews are working on lifts inside the plastic barrier to install the west CMU wall of the gym

 

Third-floor renovations are ongoing

The current phase of interior renovations is focused on the third-floor south wing, which includes science and biology classrooms, and offices. Environmental work is complete, and demolition in these spaces is nearly finished. Crews will soon start working on the infrastructure for the walls and above the ceilings for the new biology rooms in this space.

On the pool addition, steel joist installation is nearly complete

On the pool addition, steel joist installation is nearly complete and metal decking will begin in the coming week

 

For additional information or questions, visit the MMSD construction page.

Did you know?

The joists in the pool area must be large and span a long distance to support the wide-open space. At West High School, the joists in the pool area are over 106 feet long and over six feet high, and each joist weighs nearly 7,000 pounds. These joists are delivered in two pieces, assembled on the ground, and then lifted into place by a crane.

Demolition is complete in the biology classrooms on the third floor

Demolition is complete in the biology classrooms on the third floor

Masons use temporary braces below the lifts in the gym

Masons use temporary braces below the lifts in the gym to support the weight of the lifts, materials, and equipment while work is ongoing

 
The third-floor bathroom demolition is complete

The third-floor bathroom demolition is complete, and the space is ready for new concrete floors

Mechanical, electrical, plumbing

Mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire sprinkler infrastructure is being installed in the locker rooms and wrestling spaces below the new gym