Jim Thorpe Area High School Stadium Design-Build | Jim Thorpe, PA
Jim Thorpe Area High School Stadium Design-Build | Jim Thorpe, PA
Location: Jim Thorpe, PA
Client: Jim Thorpe Area School District
Facility: Jim Thorpe Area High School Stadium Field
Project Type: Design-Build
Surface: Synthetic Turf
Scope: Design and Permitting, Drainage and Stormwater Management, Turf Installation, Lighting
Turf System: Synthetic turf
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Project Summary
Keystone Sports Construction recently completed a design-build for Jim Thorpe Area High School Stadium Field in Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania.
The Client
Jim Thorpe Area High School serves the Jim Thorpe Area School District in Pennsylvania and supports the community’s school athletic programs.
The Challenge
The existing natural grass stadium field faced drainage and maintenance challenges, along with playability and player safety concerns. The district sought a renovation that addressed those conditions while reflecting its athletic program’s heritage.
Construction Process
Keystone Sports Construction was contracted in a Design/Build capacity and managed the design, permitting submittals, and approvals at the local and state level. KSC then completed the field renovations, which included building a new drainage and stormwater management system, installation of the synthetic turf surface, and installation of all new field lighting.
Project Details
- Design, permitting submittals, and local and state approvals.
- Drainage and stormwater management system.
- Synthetic turf surface installation.
- New field lighting.
Materials & Systems
- Synthetic turf.
- Field lighting.
Design Elements
- Sports lines for football and soccer
- Alternating green yard lines
- Midfield logo
- Colored endzones with “OLYMPIANS” lettering
FAQs
What is design-build? Design-build brings design and construction services together under one contract with a single design-builder, giving the owner a coordinated team for planning and construction.
What is considered when designing a synthetic turf field? Planning begins with the intended sports, site conditions, drainage, and turf selection. Access, fencing, and other supporting features are coordinated with the field design.