Elko High School Science Building

Years Active: 2019-2000

Client: Elko County School District

Services Provided: Soil, concrete, masonry, and vapor emission testing, special inspections

The 2-story, 25,000 square foot Elko High School Science Building was constructed to provide increased student access to upgraded science lab facilities. It includes 8 classroom/labs, 4 shared prep rooms, faculty rooms, and secure storage areas. The project cost $9.5 million and was completed in two years. It now serves 300 students every school year. Thurston Laboratories (then Thurston Test Lab) performed all soils compaction and concrete acceptance testing. Addionally, Thurston Laboratories provided special inspection of critical components and performed vapor emissions testing on the concrete floors.