Bull Run Dam 2 Towers Improvements Project, Sandy, Ore.: This infrastructure improvement project occurred within the Bull Run Watershed, the nation's purest natural drinking water reservoir.
From a visitor center at Washington State University with a budget of under $2 million to a dock removal job that took place in just three months, this year's Best Projects competition showcases a broad range of work from across Alaska, Oregon and Washington.
The State of Alaska Dept. of Transportation and Public Facilities-Central Region is seeking bidders to mill and resurface the Eagle River Road from the Old Glenn Highway (at M.P. 0.0) to M.P. 5.3 in Anchorage.
When Hamilton Construction was asked by the Oregon Dept. of Transportation (ODOT) to be the general contractor on the Interstate-5 Willamette River Bridge replacement project, the firm knew it was going to be a big job.
Located between a historic district, a stadium and commercial development, Phase 1 of the 1.1-million-sq-ft Stadium Place west and south tower development aims to stitch together three neighborhoods through its two residential towers.
The 89,800-sq-ft, seven-story, mixed-use project, which includes many eco-friendly design features, includes 120 residential units, 3,000 sq ft of retail space, a 28-stall below-grade parking garage, a bicycle storage room, lounge and other amenities.
The team working on this six-story, 223-room hotel implemented an aggressive safety program that included a "flex and stretch" program; a sharing of ideas and feedback during lunches; and a recognition program that included barbecues and safety awards for individuals, crews and companies.