Challenge: This project in Carson CA. considered to be the 3rd largest Brownfield re-development site in the nation (based on Terra-Petra’s research). This project consists of a 168 acre mixed-use development constructed over a former municipal landfill. There will be over 61 new buildings constructed on the site, consisting of retail, restaurants, entertainment, hotel and residential structures. Terra-Petra is responsible for designing the Building Protection System (BPS) for each one of these structures.
Resolution: Our BPS design combines the latest technologies in mitigation materials with innovative design, for cost-effective installation, coupled with low operating and maintenance costs. In a collaborative effort with the State and local governing agencies we were successful in establishing an industry leading site wide standardized design for this BPS system. A design which will be implored at each of the proposed 61 buildings.
A Brownfield News (2008) article specifically mentions our design for this project. "Finally, a building protection system of permeable vent layers, gas venting of soils underlying the slabs with leakage sensors, and another liner under the concrete slabs will be used."
Terra-Petra is responsible for the design and Construction Quality Assurance (CQA) portion of the installation of the methane mitigation/building protection system for The Boulevards at South Bay in Carson, CA. Due to the unique nature of this project it was necessary for them to develop site specific design requirements and work closely with the various regulatory authorities to gain the required approvals. This is a very dynamic, multi-year project and they provide the flexibility needed to accommodate onsite inspections by OSHA 40-hr trained inspectors with very little notice. Their knowledge, flexibility, and professionalism make them a valuable resource to this project to enable its completion.
Deba Daymon, PMP Contracts Business Manager
Tetra Tech, Inc.
www.tetratech.com
Carson, CA
Terra-Petra Environmental Engineering
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