Rocky Heights Elementary School
Building Data
Original Construction Date: 1962- Building Additions: 1968 & 1977
- Approximate Square Footage: 40,062 SF
- Modular Square Footage: 3,584 SF
- Developed Ground: 9 Acres
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Structural
- Construction – The overall construction of the building is cast in place concrete.
- Foundation – No significant observations of deterioration.
- Roof – Observed standing water in places (see photo 18, 19) and wood roof decking with water damage at exposed surfaces (see photo 20). In some classrooms water stained ceiling tiles were observed (see photo 21) and the gym.
- Wall – There was one area in the gym where the wall cover was deteriorated possibly just the paint layer peeling (see photo 22) and another with water stains (see photo 3).
- Floor – No significant observations of deterioration.
HVAC
The HVAC is made up of a number of different type systems depending on the time of remodel. The schools’ HVAC system is made up of package roof top units, split units, steam unit ventilators, and electric baseboard. The HVAC controls were a combination of pneumatic, DDC, and electro-mechanical.
The steam and condensate piping is not in good shape and shows sign of wear and fatigue. A number of line sections have been replaced and/or repaired. Overall the steam piping infrastructure is failing. This is in part by the amount of make-up water that is being used and the number of repairs being performed. To repair the piping would require a vast quantity of concrete cutting and repair. In addition to the concrete, some interior walls would require removal and replacement.
Pipe insulation was missing on part of the piping for the steam system.
Plumbing
The plumbing fixtures are in the condition that would match the age and use of the facility. The domestic water lines were a combination of galvanized and copper. The sanitary sewer lines were a combination of galvanized and cast iron.
The plumbing infrastructure is in about the same condition of the steam and condensate piping infrastructure. To repair the piping would require a vast quantity of concrete cutting and repair.
The restroom fixture count is low compared to the student population.
Electrical
The main service is a Westinghouse Fused Switchboard, rated 1200 Amps at 208Y/120 Volt, three phase, four-wire. An old Coast Electric Distribution Panel (600 Amps) is located in the custodial room which was the original service panel. This panel should be replaced. The old wiring in the concrete walls should be replaced. Additional outlets are required in most areas.
Lighting fixtures are primarily fluorescent and have recently been upgraded to the new efficient T8 light bulbs and electronic ballasts. Emergency lighting was added during this upgrade.
Data outlets have been added in surface mounted raceways. Additional data outlets are required.
The speaker/clock Dukane system is operational and in good shape. The security system is a Silent Knight Model 4820.
The fire alarm system is an addressable Secutron MR-2400 Fire Alarm panel with a Silent Knight dialer. Additional fire alarm devices are required to bring the building up to code.
Safety and Handicap Provisions
This building has a couple of interior space problems for exiting and fire protection, but overall is adequate. There is no fire sprinkler system.
Building Condition Evaluation Summary
Component #1 – Exterior Building Condition
The overall structure rating was given a fair rating value. The actual condition of the structure is good, but in order to replace the steam, sewer, domestic and cold water, a large amount of concrete would have to be removed/demolished and replace. This includes some walls.
The walls were given a fair rating.
The roof was given a poor rating due to the amount of standing water that was obvious during the walk through.
The windows and doors were given poor rating.
The trim was given a fair rating.
Component #2 – Interior Building Condition
2.1 The floors was given a fair rating.
2.2 The interior walls were in fair shape throughout the school and was given a fair rating.
2.3 The ceilings were in fair shape and was given was fair rating.
2.4 The fixed equipment was given an overall rating of fair.
Component #3 – Mechanical Systems Condition
3.1 The overall electrical was given a fair rating. No major problems observed outside of the lack of receptacles.
3.2 The plumbing has been well used and is in poor condition and was given a poor rating.
3.3 The steam and condensate piping is unsatisfactory. Therefore, the overall rating given was unsatisfactory.
3.4 The cooling was given an poor rating due to the age of the system.
3.5 The lighting has been completely remodeled as was given a good rating.
Component #4 – Safety/Building Code
4.1 Overall the means of exit was given a poor rating due to some internal area problems.
4.2 The fire control capability is unsatisfactory due to no fire sprinklers being present.
4.3 The fire alarm system is fair and was given a fair rating.
4.4 The emergency lighting was in good condition and was given a good rating.
4.5 The overall fire resistance was given a poor rating due to the lack of a fire sprinkler system.
Component #5 – Provisions for Handicapped
A 3 out of 4 rating was given for this section due to the fact that it meets the basic requirements.