Military Facility Projects
Michelson Hall; US Naval Academy; Annapolis, MD
F&R was responsible for conducting a hazardous material inspection in conjunction with the renovation activities at Michelson Hall at the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis, MD. The hazardous material Inspection included testing for asbestos containing materials and lead based paint, and conducting a survey for mercury and PCB-containing components. A comprehensive report was prepared at the completion of the inspection activities that included the testing results, the location and estimated quantities of asbestos containing materials and lead based paint components, a prepared set of hazardous material abatement specifications, and cost estimates for the removal of the hazardous materials. A chemical inventory of all remaining chemicals in the laboratories was also completed with quantities and approximate disposal costs included in the corresponding report.
Runway Repair & Fire Rescue Building; Marine Corps Air Facility; Quantico, VA
F&R performed construction materials testing, sampling, site characterization services, and various construction related inspections for the Marine Corps Air Facility Airport and the Fire Rescue Building
located on Marine Corps Base Quantico. F&R engineers and engineering technicians performed the testing/inspection procedures on earthwork, asphalt, concrete, masonry, structural steel, and fire
resistive materials to monitor compliance with contract documents and building codes. The security on these projects was some of the most stringent F&R has ever dealt with because the hangars for the President’s fleet of Marine Corps One “White Top” helicopters are located on this runway.
Hush House; Naval Air Station Oceana, VA
F&R performed construction materials testing services on the recently completed aircraft enclosure, commonly known as the “Hush House.” The purpose of this $10 million single-story building is to reduce
the sound emissions from Navy jets during engine testing. The jet engines are actually brought up to full power, while the jets are in the enclosure, allowing mechanics to adjust and troubleshoot any problems.
Wetland Delineation; Quantico Marine Corps Base, VA
F&R performed a wetland delineation for Phase II of the Tank Trail Repairs project at the Quantico Marine Corps Base. Phase II of the Tank Trail Repairs project consisted of widening and realigning approximately 13 miles of partially constructed trails and roads with small sections of proposed trail crossing currently undeveloped wooded land. The on-site inspection portion of the delineation included
the identification of dominant vegetation, observations for hydrological indicators, and the evaluation of soil samples for evidence of hydric soils, soil saturation, or other hydrological indications of wetlands.
Harrison Villa Phases I – IV; Ft. Lee, VA
F&R has performed geotechnical engineering services, construction materials testing, sampling and chemical analyses, and various construction-related inspections at Fort Lee, VA. The project has consisted of the construction of new housing, community centers and associated ancillary buildings throughout Fort Lee. The construction has proceeded through several phases, and F&R’s services have been performed for the general contractor, Hunt Building Corporation. For this project, F&R maintained the Corps of Engineers (COE) and American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) accreditations. F&R has performed soils and concrete testing throughout the complex during all four phases, and during the process have adhered to the COE standards for testing. Geotechnical explorations were performed for each phase, and our services have also included sampling and chemical analysis for groundwater and lead-based paint and asbestos sampling and analysis.
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