The Good Hope Church Road Water Storage Tank project consists of a 2 million gallon elevated water storage tank and pump station. The new tank provides additional storage for the water system, helps maintain system pressure, reduces the demand on the transmission mains during peak flow conditions, and provides reserve capacity during firefighting or system maintenance activities. Falcon provided materials testing and special inspections during construction of the tank.
Main Library Renovation
Durham County’s Main Library, located in downtown Durham, underwent a major expansion and renovation. At 37 years old, this much needed transformation was the final step of the regional library plan implemented by the County. The library footprint was reconfigured for ease of use and enhanced visibility throughout the building. A prominent outdoor public plaza was also incorporated for programs and events. A technology center supports several activities including business training, cultural education, and teaching/networking. An expanded North Carolina Collection is also included. Falcon was selected to provide materials testing and special inspections during construction.
Fire Stations 2, 5, and 6
The Raleigh Fire Department had several construction projects planned over a three year span, beginning in 2015. Falcon was selected to provide materials testing, special inspections, and third party inspections services for Fire Station 2, 5, and 6. Falcon performed a Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessment for Fire Station 5 and 6 as well as an asbestos and lead-based paint survey of the property prior to demolition. Falcon also provided materials testing and inspections on the renovation of Fire Station 5.
Hillsborough Street Phase II Improvement
Falcon provided a Phase I and II Environmental Assessment to determine the nature and extent of soil and groundwater contamination associated with previously identified underground storage tanks (USTs). Falcon also provided Construction Materials Testing and Geotechnical Consulting directly to the City of Raleigh, and previously provided Geotechnical Investigations, Recommendations, and Pavement Design under a subcontract with Kimley-Horn Associates.
Police Headquarters
The new Police Headquarters consolidated police functions that were housed in multiple locations. The new complex now holds all police and E911 functions for the police headquarters as well as District 5, Durham Emergency Communications Center, and the Forensics Services Unit. The facility also includes a secure parking deck. Falcon provided materials testing and special inspections during construction of the project.
Administration Building II Renovation
Renovations to the Judicial Building modernized and re-purposed the building to house various administrative offices, multiple meeting rooms, and leasable retail space on the first floor. The scope also included a total reconfiguration of the interior and replacement of all major building systems. Falcon provided materials testing and special inspections during construction of the project.
Green Square Complex
Falcon provided special inspections and construction materials testing on every element of this project including steel, concrete, select M.E.P. systems, life safety, roof and façade. In addition to the overall detailed building inspections, Falcon also provided building envelope consultation specifically for the Daily Planet, a 75-foot diameter globe. Falcon led the design development that met the challenges of the Daily Planet’s sphere shape as well as the rigidity of the façade with sound waterproofing systems.
The Cary
Renovations to this 7,000 sf, 65 year-old downtown theater provided multi-use space for the community, focusing on music, theater, and digital arts. The renovation contributes to the Town’s efforts in the creation of a cultural arts district revitalization of the downtown Cary area. During initial phases, Falcon prepared an asbestos and lead-based paint abatement plan as well as geotechnical subsurface and pavement investigations. During construction, Falcon provided materials testing and special inspections, including proofrolling observations, field and laboratory testing of materials, and inspection of masonry, steel, and wood structural components.
Law Enforcement Center
Replacing a previous, smaller facility, the new Law Enforcement Center provides an abundance of needed space as well as specific needs for the law enforcement staff, including interview rooms, training rooms, a fitness room, holding area for animals, storage areas, and a larger 911 communications center for police, fire, and emergency medical services. Falcon provided geotechnical engineering, materials testing and special inspections for this building.
Academy Street Improvements
The Town of Cary identified South Academy Street as a ‘signature street’ for the redevelopment of downtown Cary. The goal of the redevelopment was to enhance the functionality and aesthetic of the street, so it is attractive and inviting to residents and visitors alike. It is a place to hold Town festivals and events and capitalize on the activities held at the new Cary Arts Center. Falcon served as the geotechnical engineer, environmental permitting consultant and construction QA lead for this signature streetscape project. Specifically, our work included environmental screening and due diligence, in-situ pavement condition analysis and investigations, SPT soil test borings, laboratory testing, geotechnical recommendations and pavement designs, and construction testing and inspections.
