Swansea Free Public Library
CONSTRUCTION UPDATE - SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
Footings completed and foundations completed
Waterproofing around new foundations complete
Masonry for elevator shaft complete
Began underground utility work at both the site driveway and the new addition
Ongoing compaction of the backfill at the addition
New attic insulation installed in existing building
Underground plumbing work ongoing in existing building
CONSTRUCTION UPDATE - AUGUST 21, 2024
Back parking lot area backfilled
Footings completed and foundations nearly complete
Waterproofing and CMU infill at existing building complete
Existing shelving removed to prepare for connection to addition
Began geofoam installation at junction of new and existing building
CONSTRUCTION UPDATE - JULY 24, 2024
Site drainage and septic system installed
Continuing to backfill and establish grades in back parking lot area
Excavation for footings and foundations completed
Compaction testing for footings and foundations completed
Footings formed and rebar installed
Began pouring footings
Construction Update - June 24, 2024
The general contractor, Delphi Construction, has mobilized on-site
Site fencing and protection was installed
A Groundbreaking Ceremony was held on June 1st, 2024
Work in the back parking lot began for site drainage and the septic system
Abatement was performed in the 1960’s addition to prepare for demolition
Additional abatement was performed in the 1890’s portion of the building
The 1960’s addition was demolished
Site preparation for foundations has begun for the new portion of the building
Groundbreaking Ceremony - June 1, 2024
The Swansea Free Public Library broke ground on June 1, 2024! The ceremony took place outside the historic library, with members of the select board, library committee, and library staff members present to commemorate the renovation and expansion project!
