The Acumen - February 2024

Hill Engineering supported and advised the project team with engineering and code review and collaborated with the team on the process improvement to streamline the quality control practice. Maverix Broadband Fiber Optics Line, Maverix LLC, Douglas County, Colorado (project ongoing) The Maverix Broadband Fiber Optics Line project will provide high-speed internet services to communities northeast of Douglas County, the City of Aurora, Arapahoe County, and Elbert County. The installation of the fiber optic line will be conducted by directional drilling within the county’s right of way with minimal disturbance to the existing site. Smoky Hill Engineering designed the fiber optic line within the public right of way, including producing SWPPP plans and supporting the client in obtaining permits from various AHJs. 3D Baggage Claim Refresh Project, Denver International Airport (project ongoing) Smoky Hill Engineering teamed up with Stantec to provide structural engineering services to the 3D Baggage Claim Refresh project at Denver International Airport. The scope of work includes modification of existing mechanical, electrical, and fire protection systems to accommodate

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the new layout on the 5th floor of the terminal. Areas adjacent to the work scope boundary are to remain occupied and operational during construction. Jackson Gap and 78th Parking Expansion, Denver International Airport (project completed) Smoky Hill Engineering teamed up with Jacobs Engineering as the Quality Assurance (QA) engineer in the Jackson Gap and 78th Parking Lot Expansion project. Once the pavement is installed, the parking lot will be striped to provide 612 standard spaces and 2,719 pull-through spaces. A new fire hydrant will be constructed within the parking lot, and light poles and fixtures will be installed.

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