Intermediate school entrance remodel on track for late December, architects say
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Summary
Architects and construction managers reported excavation, foundation work and a December 30 target completion for the intermediate school entrance remodel; crews found minor groundwater and undocumented water lines that were remediated without schedule impact.
SILOAM SPRINGS, Ark. — Architects and the district’s construction manager reported progress on the intermediate school entrance remodel and said they expect the project to be finished around Dec. 30.
Mike Spathe of Bridal Architects and Christian Salazar, construction manager with CR Crawford, updated the board on site work, foundation sequencing and weather-related issues. They said contractor crews completed excavation, installed engineered fill and prepared for footing rebar and slab work; underground plumbing and electrical work will precede the slab pour.
During excavation crews encountered a small amount of groundwater after recent rains. Third‑party testing determined the moisture was not a significant concern, the presenters said, and the team upgraded the vapor retarder beneath the concrete to a more robust vapor barrier. Spathe said that upgrade was already covered in the subcontractor’s submitted scope and will not require a contract change order.
Crews also uncovered undocumented water lines that were not on existing surveys. The contractors capped the lines, restored service and said no further unknown utilities are expected. Christian Salazar told the board that, barring weather delays, the team does not foresee schedule impacts and will provide a more visible progress presentation at the next board meeting.
Why it matters: The remodel will alter the intermediate school’s main entrance and canopy and is a visible capital project for the district. Board members asked about potential surprises and were told the excavation issues have been resolved.
Next steps: Contractors will complete footings and slabs then proceed to vertical construction; the district plans a fuller construction update at the next meeting.
