Fair Park Esplanade
Dallas, Texas
Service Type:Remedial Waterproofing
Scope:Bentonite waterproofing, joint sealants, traffic coating, paint coating and concrete restoration
Description:
Fair Park is a unique National HistoricLandmark that is home to entertainment facilities, cultural centers and the Texas State Fair. Located two miles east of downtown Dallas, Fair Park boasts eight museums, four performance venues, the Texas Vietnam Veterans Memorial, Cotton Bowl Stadium, the nation’s tallest Ferris wheel and, of course, Big Tex. The park encompasses 277 acres with the world’s largest collection of 1930s Art Deco style architecture. Over 749,000 square feet of space can be rented for conferences, markets, trade shows, festivals and sporting events.
Chamberlin was hired by general contractor, Rogers O’Brien, to perform roofing and waterproofing work to restore the Parry Avenue gate entrance, ticket booths, Central Tower, Esplanade Fountain and pylons.
Chamberlin worked within the guidelines of approved methods for historical buildings to deliver high-quality restoration for Fair Park on time and on budget.
Category:Cultural / Non-Profit
Owner:City of Dallas Park & Recreation Department
Architect:Quimby McCoy Preservation Architecture, LLP
General Contractor:Rogers O'Brien
Contract Amount:$550,000