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Creighton University Omaha Looks to Geofoam Lightweight Fill for Plaza Decks in Omaha
Nebraska
Project Type Commercial | Education/Schools
Year Completed 2012
Material used R-Shield Geofoam 12,500 cubic yards
Contractor Kiewit Construction
Project Overview
The Creighton University student center and surrounding plaza were recently redeveloped. During the design of the new plaza, engineers were faced with an existing plaza deck built in the 1970’s which could not support additional weight from traditional fill. A lightweight solution was required. R-Shield Geofoam was selected to provide the solution.
In addition to being lightweight, Geofoam is an engineered fill material with known load bearing properties. Additionally, Geofoam was used to accomplish the multiple depths and radius design that was required for the plaza.
FILL FACE OFF:
Choosing Foam-Control Geofoam over other fill materials:
- Extremely lightweight to reduce lateral or bearing loads
- Predictible engineered performance
- Various Types available to meet project specific strength requirements
- Can be installed in various weather conditions
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