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CloseVisited by thousands of I-45 travelers, the Walker County rest area is an oasis between Houston and Dallas. The rest stop utilized the aesthetic appeal of exposed hot-dip galvanized (HDG) steel in a woodland environment. HDG was not only chosen for its aesthetics; its virtually maintenance free. The galvanized components of the rest area include joists, handrail, wide flange beams, and tables. Prior to HDG, these components were sized to fit in the kettles so the process would run smoothly.
HDG was not only chosen for its aesthetics; its virtually maintenance free.
The Walker Country rest area shines beautifully and is a great addition to the Texas Department of Transportations newly designed facilities. Its air conditioned and heated restroom, wireless internet, tornado shelters, walking trails, and playground areas give the rest area allure. HDG will ensure these attributes will be available to decades of Texas travelers.
Details
Award Class
Newly Complete
Award Sectors
Bridge & Highway
Recreation & Entertainment
Environment
Rural
Location
Huntsville, TX United States
Reasons for Galvanizing
Aesthetics
Components Galvanized
Joist, handrail, wide flange beams, miscellaneous steel for tables.
Tonnage/Size
Steel: 112
HDG: 112
Team Members
Specifier
Elias Lee Reyna
Texas DOT
Architect
Steel Design, Inc.
Member Galvanizer(s)
AZZ Galvanizing - Houston
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