Seismically improving South King Fire & Rescue Facilities
South King Fire & Rescue implemented a voluntary seismic improvement for multiple fire stations located across South King County. Reid Middleton performed ASCE 30-03 Tier 1 seismic evaluations and seismic retrofit designs based on the seismic evaluations. Because the fire stations are essential facilities, the retrofits were designed to meet Immediate Occupancy Performance Objectives. The fire stations were upgraded using multiple concepts, including adding and upgrading concrete, masonry, and wood shear walls, and strengthening existing floor and roof diaphragms. Below is a list of the fire stations Reid Middleton performed renovation services on:
