West Campus Dining Facility
Civil, Geotechnical, Survey
The West Campus Dining Facility at Texas A&M University enhances campus life with flexible seating and an optimized layout to accommodate peak-hour crowds efficiently. Gessner Engineering set the stage for project success with geotechnical and survey services. A comprehensive geotechnical investigation reduced foundation risk and provided reliable design parameters for the retaining and steel-framed structures. Detailed topographic and utility surveys—supplemented by ground-penetrating radar and focused field verification—clarified existing conditions and minimized conflicts during construction. The civil team used this data to resolve site constraints through coordinated design that improved drainage, streamlined circulation, ensured ADA/TAS compliance, and supported essential services including fire access, parking, and utilities. Continued support through design development, bidding, and construction helped ensure smooth implementation and long-term performance of this critical campus facility.
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The project required significant utility rerouting due to the density of existing infrastructure at this location on campus. Elevation changes across the site complicated pedestrian circulation, and the increase in impervious surface created additional stormwater management concerns.
Solutions
Gessner Engineering coordinated a Level A Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) investigation to verify utility locations and identify conflicts, enabling efficient integration of new services while maintaining existing campus systems. The team carefully designed site grading and circulation using retaining walls, ramps, and steps to provide safe, ADA-compliant access across elevation changes. Stormwater controls were incorporated to manage increased runoff and protect adjacent campus areas, supporting long-term site performance and resilience.
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