Cultural Arts District Parking Garage

Kitchell CEM, Inc.
San Luis Obispo, California

Geotechnical Observation

Earth Systems is provided geotechnical observation, materials testing and special inspection services for the Cultural Arts District Parking Structure, which broke ground in Fall 2023.

The project encompassed 163,000 square feet and consisted of a five-story parking structure that provided the community with nearly 400 new parking spaces, as well as EV charging stations and bicycle racks. The roof level was designed to accommodate special events, and the structure also includes an outdoor courtyard.

Frontage Improvements

  • Paving
  • Sidewalks
  • Landscaping
  • Lighting
  • Crosswalks
  • Street pavers
  • Routing of underground utilities

Scope of Work

  • Preliminary subsurface investigation
  • Geotechnical, geologic and hazardous materials assessment
  • Full geotechnical engineering investigation and
  • LID infiltration testing
  • Observation of permanent and temporary shoring installation
  • Ground improvement, and foundation excavations
  • Rebar and concrete placement inspection; masonry inspection
  • Inspection of shop fabrication and field welding
  • Bolting inspection, along with associated materials testing