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Bay County International Airport Update
By Troy Steuwer | March 16, 2009
I tell you what, this has probably been the easiest time getting information about construction on the new Bay County International Airport. Why? Because, this is the first airport to use a blog that I know of. Blogs easily allow users to post information at the speed of light. Literally. Once I get done typing this sentance and push publish, thousands of people can view it. Heck, millions! 
Anyway, here’s the latest information on the new Bay County International Airport construction progresss. Enjoy!
Construction Update: 3/12/2009
Posted: 15 Mar 2009 05:46 PM PDT
Contract 1: Heavy Civil and Airfield Lighting
- Approximately 80% of the contract work is complete with only 55.8% of the contract time used.
- Underground utilities are being installed in the General Aviation area.
- Fine grading along the runway is continuing.
- Seeding is ongoing in the North section of the site.
- Installation of the centerline lighting cans is approximately 75% complete.
Approximately 115 pieces of heavy equipment are in operation at any one time with approximately 160 personnel on site for the heavy civil (contract 1) and utilities (contract 3) contracts.
Contract 2: Terminal Building, ATCT and Support Buildings
Approximately 18% of contract work is complete with 25% of contract time utilized.
Terminal:
- All shoring has been removed from Area A.
- Installation of re-steel on Level 2 of Area B is complete.
- Beginning to prep the slab on grade between areas B and C.
Air Traffic Control Tower:
- Pile cap complete using approximately 350 cubic yards of concrete.
- Beginning to form up the 1st level.
Air Maintenance Facility:
- Backfilling of maintenance pit is complete. Preparing for slab on grade.
Air Cargo Facility:
- Installation of pre-engineered metal building is ongoing.
Public Safety Building:
- Completed concrete pour of perimeter footings/elevator footing.
Rental Car Facility:
- Completing installation of underground utilites.
The average manpower on site for Contract 2 per day is 105 people based on a five day work week. Manpower on Saturdays is approximately 31 people.
Contract 3: Utility Contract
Approximately 18% of contract work is complete with 15% of contract time utilized.
Main Access Road:
- 3W2” Power Distribution Duct Bank: 53% complete.
- Street light duct work: 65% complete.
Joyner Road:
- 24” water main: 90% complete.
GA Access Road:
- 30” water main: 45% complete.
Lift Station:
- 30% complete.
CR-388 & Main Entrance:
- 8” Directional Drill is complete.
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