Community Information

STORMS HALL AND KNAPP HALL DEMOLITION

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Overview:

Iowa State University is in the process of razing Storms Hall and Knapp Hall, two of the four buildings that make up the Towers Residence Association. Prior to implosion, the portions of the buildings that link to the Commons were demolished by conventional methods, using mechanical equipment. The Commons facility located between the two towers will remain.

The implosion took place on July 19 at 10:00 a.m.

Watch video of the implosion (Windows Media format)
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View post-implosion webcam photos

Latest Updates:

Implosion Timeline for July 19th
Various implosion activities. (Parking, Cleanup, All Clear, Etc.)

Additional Information:

F.A.Q.
General Community Notice of Implosion (pdf)
6-28 Letter to Residence of Safety Zone (pdf)
June 22, 2005 Construction Update
April 19th Meeting Summary
Live web camera

Informational Links on Implosions:

How Stuff Works - Building Implosion
Protec Services
Implosion World
Controlled Demolition
Demolition Dynamics
Dykon Blasting

Safety Zone
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View Implosion Sample Videos



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