ASCE: Seattle Arena Expanded Below Grade To Protect Landmark Exterior

Talk about your challenging projects! The transformation of Seattle’s KeyArena into the state-of-the-art Climate Pledge Arena required supporting the 44-million-pound landmark roof and excavating 680,000 cubic yards of soil to make way for the new below-grade venue. Project Engineer Seth Knihtila, Vice President Michael Oakland and Principal Matt Farber talk about the geotechnical and structural engineering behind the home of the Seattle Kraken and Storm pro sports teams.

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