Portfolio: Project Details
Candlestick Park
Structural Investigation and Repair
San Francisco, CA
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In 1983, Interactive Resources was called upon by the City and County of San
Francisco to provide a comprehensive investigation of the deterioration of
structural and architectural components at Candlestick Park. The project
included a detailed report on observations, recommendations, and test results,
estimated construction costs for necessary repairs for an extended service
life. The study determined that the stadium was in serious disrepair and
recommended that the park be upgraded immediately to provide a higher level of
resistance to potential seismic forces. Interactive Resources subsequently
prepared contract documents for structural repairs and provided construction
administration services.
In 1988, the firm was once again called in to resolve water infiltration
problems in the newly constructed luxury boxes at the stadium.
Following the October 17, 1989 Loma Prieta earthquake in Northern California,
Interactive Resources was called in on an emergency basis to evaluate the
condition of Candlestick Park, which was hosting the third game of the 1989
World Series during the tremor. An emergency response team of engineers and
architects was dispatched immediately to the stadium, to perform a visual
inspection and identify areas damaged by the earthquake. Following the
identification of problem areas, Interactive Resources worked on the scene with
contractors, the City staff and stadium management to ensure that Candlestick
Park was repaired to its original condition and was ready for the resumption of
the World Series ten days later.
