Engelberth Achieves Truss Setting Milestone at Spruce Camp Crews began erecting the main timber trusses of the 80-foot clear span octagon timber frame

Stowe, Vermont:  Engelberth Construction, Inc. of Colchester marked a major milestone at the end of February on the new Spruce Camp Base Lodge at Spruce Peak.  Over the course of the winter, the future base lodge that will serve as Stowe Mountain Resort's primary source for skier services rose out from underneath the heavy snows as crews began erecting the main timber trusses of the 80-foot clear span octagon timber frame.
 

Crews began setting the Douglas-fir heavy timber roof trusses on February 21.  While the temperature was a cold four degrees, the skies were blue with minimal wind, allowing for crews to work safely and efficiently.  Two cranes were utilized during the setting of the trusses, as well as a combination of four scissor/boom lifts.  The operation involved approximately 22+ people throughout the day.
 

Tim Engelberth, project manager for Engelberth Construction stated “The truss erection could not have been achieved without the determination and dedication of our crews and subcontractors who met our weekly milestones.  During January and early February, tasks such as shoveling snow off the ground and metal decks, moving blankets to protect footing pours, and building tents and enclosures for wall and slab pours, all were critical activities that insured that the structure was ready to accept the trusses.”
 

The new Spruce Camp Base Lodge will include restaurants, a bar & lounge, indoor & outdoor fireplaces, rental & repair shops, retail, tickets, and year-round conference & event space. The beautifully designed building is located adjacent to the new ‘Over Easy’ gondola, providing convenient access to the slopes of both Spruce and Mount Mansfield. The opening date for the new Base Lodge is next ski season, 2008/2009.


About Engelberth Construction

Engelberth Construction, Inc., is a Construction Manager/General Contractor with full-service offices in Colchester, Vermont, and Keene, New Hampshire.  Engelberth employs over 230 people on projects throughout Vermont, New Hampshire and Massachusetts.

 
About Spruce Peak at Stowe

Spruce Peak at Stowe, which is being developed by AIG Global Real Estate, is a new slope-side community that is well underway at the base of Spruce Peak and Mt. Mansfield in Stowe, Vermont.  The intimate alpine neighborhood will boast enviable homes for purchase, a world-class spa and wellness center, an 18-hole golf course, performing arts center, dining and retail esplanade, swimming pool, ice skating rink and a new luxury hotel, Stowe Mountain Lodge, which will be the centerpiece of the community.


Of the more than 2,000 acres of land at Spruce Peak at Stowe, only 35 will be used for development, demonstrating a genuine commitment to environmental stewardship while creating year-round recreational opportunities for residents and visitors to Stowe. http://www.sprucepeak.com