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The existing facilities at the Clarno Unit of John Day Fossil Beds National Monument were inadequate and inefficient. The park had a 76-square foot Visitor Contact Station and a small operations shed, along with off-site storage for supplies and vehicles.

• • • Inadequate visitor contact station and operations space
    • Off-site storage for supplies and vehicles
    • Lack of proper facilities for staff and equipment

Solution

HECO Engineers designed and constructed a new Ranger Station that consolidated various functions into a single efficient facility. The new construction included:

• • • A visitor contact point and office for park operations
    • An employee garage and staff restroom facility
    • Secure storage space for tools, supplies, and equipment for maintenance, interpretation, paleontology, and law enforcement
    • Connection to grid electricity, potable water supply, and an on-site septic disposal system
    • Energy-efficient and fire-retardant building design

Results

The new Clarno Ranger Station greatly improved the operational efficiency and functionality of the park.

• • • Enhanced visitor contact and support with a dedicated contact point and office
    • Improved staff working conditions with on-site garage and restroom facilities
    • Consolidated secure storage for essential tools, supplies, and equipment
    • Increased energy efficiency and fire safety in the new building
    • Better support for park security, access, and maintenance needs

Enhancing Park Operations and Visitor Experience

HECO Engineers successfully addressed the inadequacies of the old facilities at the Clarno Unit by providing a well-designed, energy-efficient, and secure Ranger Station. This new facility significantly enhances the park’s operations, security, and visitor experience.

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