PROJECT ROLE

Structural Engineer

STRUCTURAL SYSTEM

Conventional wood framing

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

The Livingston Grain Elevator is a vital part of the cultural history of Livingston, Montana. The building is over 70 feet high and was built over 110 years ago. The grain elevator had fallen into disrepair, and was about to be demolished. A group of concerned citizens joined together to form The Teslow Group, and focused on buying and preserving the structure for future generations.

Phase I of the restoration project was to stabilize the existing structure. AE Dynamics provided structural consulting and engineering services, which included reconstruction of the head house roof and associated structural repairs deemed necessary to allow the roof to be reconstructed. Due to the instability of the grain elevator building and the unique layout of the property, the roof was constructed on the ground next to the building. In February 2017, the roof was lifted onto the top of the head house utilizing a special rigging system designed by AE Dynamics.

Video of the roof lift can be viewed at AE Dynamics Youtube Site – Teslow