GOVERNMENT / MECHANICAL

Clear 84 Person Dormitory

Information about the project:

CLR049 – 84-Person Dormitory at Clear Space Force Station

Project Scope: Design-build of a modern three-story dormitory facility totaling 38,981 square feet, featuring an enclosed and heated 200-foot connector link to existing base facilities.

Key Features:

HVAC Systems:

• Variable Air Volume (VAV) heat recovery air handlers with terminal units for optimal energy efficiency
• Hydronic heating system integrated with the facility’s existing steam infrastructure
• Backup oil-fired boilers with non-toxic 50% propylene glycol solution for reliable freeze protection
• Strategically placed re-heat coils, baseboard units, and unit heaters throughout the facility
• Air-cooled chiller system with propylene glycol solution for year-round climate control

Plumbing & Mechanical Systems:

• Steam-fired water heaters with backup indirect-fired units ensuring continuous hot water supply
• Pumped hot water recirculation system for instant availability
• Comprehensive drainage system including roof drains, overflow protection, and rainleader piping
• Gravity sanitary sewer connection to base infrastructure
• Complete insulation on all pipe and duct systems for maximum efficiency in extreme Alaskan conditions

Project Highlights: This facility provides comfortable, energy-efficient housing for military personnel in one of Alaska’s most challenging climates, incorporating redundant systems to ensure uninterrupted operation year-round.