Busch Stadium III — Construction Documentation

This photograph captures a construction site and surrounding environment on December 27, 2003, during the documentation of the Busch Stadium III project at 700 Clark Ave. Here is a detailed observation of the scene: ### **Construction Elements:** 1. **Street Construction:** There's visible evidence of minor road work or preparation. The pavement appears to have markings in orange paint, likely for utility or surveying purposes. 2. **Barricades:** Several orange-and-white striped construction barriers are placed further down the street near an elevated highway or bridge. This indicates restricted access or work in progress in that area. ### **Equipment:** 1. **Utility Marker Posts:** Orange-colored markers or spray paint on the asphalt suggest utility line marking for construction. 2. **Street Lights:** Standard street lighting poles are present along the sidewalks. ### **Landmarks:** 1. **Brick Building:** On the left-hand side of the image stands a large, brick building with faded painted text on its walls advertising various products or services (e.g., furniture, building supplies). - A yellow billboard reads, "We Buy Ugly Houses" with a phone number below it. - The building has a sign featuring older text-style advertisements detailing "Open to Public" and contact details. 2. **Modern Skyscraper:** In the background, there is a green-topped tall building that appears to be part of downtown St. Louis. This structure might be part of the city’s skyline. 3. **Elevated Roadway:** To the left, running across the image, is an elevated bridge or highway structure, likely Interstate 64/Highway 40. ### **Street Signs and Text:** 1. **Pink Diamond Sign:** In the middle ground, there is a fluorescent pink temporary construction sign, usually used to mark road work or detour routes. 2. **Additional Smaller Signs:** Near the pink sign are other upright, small black-and-white signs, but their text is difficult to identify clearly

The image depicts a construction site environment with various elements and features visible: ### **Construction Elements:** 1. **Concrete Structure:** - There is a partially demolished concrete structure in the foreground. Debris, including broken concrete and rebar, can be seen, indicating ongoing demolition activities. - The structure includes visible vertical columns and horizontal beams, with chunks of concrete missing. 2. **Debris and Rubble:** - The ground is littered with construction debris and rubble. - Rebar protrudes from the fractured edges of the concrete. 3. **Safety Precautions:** - Orange construction fencing marks the boundary of the active construction site. ### **Equipment:** 1. **Excavators:** - There is a yellow excavator in the middle left of the image actively involved in demolition or moving debris. 2. **Skid-Steer Loader:** - A small white-and-black skid-steer loader is visible near the excavator. 3. **Cranes/Wires:** - Cables or wires in the background may belong to machinery like cranes, although no large crane is clearly visible. ### **Landmarks:** 1. **St. Louis Gateway Arch:** - The iconic Gateway Arch is visible in the center of the shot, distinctly towering over the construction site and surrounding buildings. 2. **Stadium Structure:** - On the left side, the rounded stadium with its immediately recognizable design is present. The curve of the roof and structural elements suggests it’s the old Busch Stadium under demolition. 3. **Surrounding Buildings:** - Several commercial and office buildings can be seen in the background. Notable structures include reddish-brown brick buildings and modern glass constructions. ### **Street Signs and Text:** 1. **Visible Text:** - On the lower right is the text "uconstruct.net © Copyright 2003," marking the source and date.

This image captures a construction scene from December 27, 2003, centered on Busch Stadium (likely Busch Stadium II, as Busch Stadium III construction was in progress at the time). The observed details are outlined below: ### **General Structures and Environment:** 1. **Main Building:** - The architectural style of the stadium includes curved roof edges and numerous vertical structural supports. - Many open sections are visible, suggesting a partially completed structure (either under renovation or starting demolition). - Red awnings are visible on the ground floor, indicating commercial or operational spaces within the facade. - The arched and repetitive design characteristic of the stadium is evident. 2. **Foreground Elements:** - Concrete barriers and a roadway occupy the foreground. The barriers feature yellow-painted tops, possibly symbolizing temporary construction safety measures. - The road appears marked for traffic purposes, with visible white lane markings and some faint red markings potentially indicating construction zones. 3. **Signage and Equipment:** - A digital display sign is visible on a white structured post. Text reads: - **"7:05"** indicating time [possibly AM or PM]. - **"33°"** indicating the temperature at the time. - The post displays a Busch Stadium logo, including stylized text and a green design emblematic of the stadium branding. - Wood and metal barriers are visible, likely temporary installations to mark pedestrian or construction areas. 4. **Other Construction-Related Details:** - A small orange traffic cone is observed near one of the barriers. - A sheet of text seen near the barriers may be regulatory signage (exact text cannot be read). --- ### **Lighting and Time of Day:** - **Lighting Conditions:** - The photograph shows natural light paired with artificial lighting. Streetlights (visible left) are illuminated, suggesting low-light conditions. - The time is noted as 7:05, paired with the lighting and shadows

This photograph captures elements of the construction process for Busch Stadium III, located at 700 Clark Avenue, as documented on December 27th, 2003. Here's a detailed observation: ### **Construction Elements and Environment:** 1. **Structure:** - A view of the outer facade of the stadium under construction, showcasing concrete vertical beams and open sections where walls and seating areas are still incomplete. - The design shows large arched gaps between each section of vertical beams, potentially indicating seating or entrance areas. 2. **Perimeter Construction Barriers:** - Concrete barriers and fencing line the street in front of the construction site, separating the stadium area from the roadway, likely for pedestrian and traffic control. ### **Equipment and Signs:** 1. **Digital Column Sign:** - A white, pedestal-like digital sign prominently appears in front of the stadium. - It displays the time (7:05), the temperature (33°F), and bears the text "Busch Stadium." - Below the time/temperature information, the display includes the Busch logo. 2. **Traffic Signals:** - Traffic lights are visible in the foreground, located to the right side of the frame. - The traffic lights are either for vehicular traffic control or pedestrian crossings. 3. **Street Signs:** - A white rectangular street sign is visible lower on the traffic light pole, though its text is unclear in this view. 4. **Fire Hydrant:** - A yellow fire hydrant is present near the curb, slightly to the foreground of the frame. 5. **Construction Warning Cones:** - Orange safety cones are placed along the construction barriers, marking the area as an active construction zone. ### **Landmarks and Surroundings:** 1. **Buildings:** - Several taller buildings are visible in the mid and background, suggesting a downtown setting. - The flagpole atop the stadium features an American flag waving in the