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Silver Spring Community Fire Company – Addition
Project Information
- Project Location:
- Mechanicsburg, PA
- Status:
- Completed
- Structure Type:
- Fire / Police Station
References
- Owner:
- Silver Spring Township
- Architect:
- Althouse, Martin & Associates
Scope Of Work
Silver Spring Community Fire Company chose Horst Construction to complete the expansion and renovation of their station house in Mechanicsburg, PA. The two-story addition features a twin apparatus bay, training room, living quarters, office space, and kitchen. Renovations to the existing wing include a watch room, upgraded restroom facilities, as well as additional tool, storage, and workroom areas. The completed project provides a comfortable facility and more efficient operation for the entire crew.
Challenges:
- The fire station was operational 24×7 during the expansion/renovation. This required daily communication to balance construction with the station’s requirement to respond to emergencies.
- Due to a challenging site with large amounts of rocky soil, Horst and the team developed a comprehensive plan to install the foundation and underground utilities.
- The project was completed during the winter–inclement weather was a major challenge.
- Two unique design details include a slide instead of a fire pole and a bell tower at the top of the elevator shaft.
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