Galveston Fire Station No. 1
Structural
Galveston Fire Station No. 1 replaced aging infrastructure with a new, resilient facility designed to meet Texas Department of Insurance coastal windstorm requirements. The structure was engineered to withstand hurricane-force winds, windborne debris, storm surge, and the corrosive Gulf environment. Gessner Engineering provided structural design and construction support for the cast-in-place concrete and steel system, including foundations, framing, lateral systems, and windstorm certification.
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The station’s coastal location required careful material selection and structural design to ensure long-term resilience against hurricane-force winds and windborne debris common to the region. Salt-laden air and moisture exposure increased the risk of corrosion and material degradation.
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Our team implemented a combination of concrete masonry, steel, and wood framing, integrating protective coatings where necessary to prevent corrosion and degradation. These measures provided the durability needed to withstand high winds and saltwater exposure while maintaining cost efficiency. The fire station successfully passed all wind inspections and met TDI certification requirements. Our in-house management of windstorm inspections streamlined the approval process, ensuring compliance without delays.
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