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How Much Snow Can a Building Handle?
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he Institute for Business & Home Safety (IBHS) offers guidelines to help determine how much snow a building may be able to handle. Many buildings in the northeast are designed to handle heavy snowloads, but some types of buildings may be more vulnerable to collapse under the weight of ice and snow. Learn more at
DisasterSafety.org. Deep snow can be deep trouble and rain on top of snow can signifi cantly add to the weight. Even a partial roof collapse can cause extensive damage to the interior contents of a business. When all that snow comes in, it melts, and can fl ood the building.
The age of the building can be a major factor in the snow load risk. Newer building codes provide much better guidance for estimating snow loads, par- ticularly the increased loads near changes in roof elevations where snow drifts and snow falling from the upper roof can build up on the lower roof near the step. Older roofs can also suffer from corrosion of members and connections which can reduce its ability to resist high snow loads. Buildings with light weight roofs, such as metal buildings or built up roofs on bar joists generally provide less protection from overload than heavy roofs. The safety margins used by engineers are based on a combination of the weight of the roof and the snow loads. Consequently, there is usually a larger margin of safety against excess snow loads for heavy roofs than for light weight roofs. For fl at roofs, the step-down area between roof sections is particularly susceptible to roof overload because of the tendency for ice and snow collec- tion, especially during periods of windy weather. Roof top equipment and roof projections, such as mechanical equipment that is over 2 feet tall, causes snow accumulation due to drift, creating the need for higher snow load consideration in these areas. An even more serious condition can be created when a taller building or a taller addition is built adjacent to an existing building. Unless, the existing building is strengthened in the area next to the new taller building or addition, snow accumulation on the lower roof near the step could produce much higher loads than those considered by the original designer for the existing building.
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The Marina at American Wharf Opened in 1988, The Marina at American
Wharf in Norwich is a World-Class Marina located at the head of the Thames River and accommodating vessels up to 200 feet. Michael Valentine, Dock Master and Marina Manager, prides himself on delivering excep- tional service to all vessels tying up. A Salem native, Michael graduated from
NFA in 2000 and received a B.A. in History from Boston College in 2004. In 1999, he began his maritime career as a dockhand and quickly moved through the ranks becoming Dock Master in 2006 and, in 2008, Marina Manager.
Airman 1st Class Christopher A. Moyer Air Force
A ir National Guard
Airman Christopher A. Moyer graduated from
basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, TX. The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fi tness, and basic warfare principles and skills.
Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an Associate Degree in Applied Science through the Community College of the Air Force.
Christopher is the grandson of Norman Rogers of Route 2A, Preston. He graduated in 2008 from Norwich Technical High School.
Michael Valentine
The Marina at American Wharf specializes in transient vessels in the range of 40-60 feet. Marina guests have access to a private pool, laundry and shower facilities, Wi-Fi, cable and electricity. There’s also a seasonal waterfront restaurant and bar on site. A beautiful, open-air banquet tent is available for events of all sizes.
Michael is pleased to announce that our 2011 seasonal and transient rates have been reduced.
As a result, Michael is
looking forward to warm weather and busy 2011 boating season. In addition to our new, lower rates, we now offer off-peak rates for spring and fall boaters. Check out our rates and midweek specials at
americanwharf.com/rates or call Michael at 860.886.6363.
Marina at American Wharf One American Wharf, Norwich 860.886.6363 • 888.489.4273
americanwharf.com
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