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Busch Stadium III — Construction Documentation
Three years. Hundreds of visits. Thousands of photographs. Beginning on Day 1 of demolition, Gregory Woodruff documented every phase of Busch Stadium III's construction — from the moment the final light poles of the old park came down to the ribbon-cutting on Opening Day 2006. Standing at the south end of the old stadium, at the exact spot where home plate would sit in the new park, Woodruff photographed something no construction photographer had ever captured at any other Major …
December 27, 2003
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The photograph depicts a street-level view of the construction site and surrounding area near Busch Stadium III, at 700 Clark Ave, taken on December 27, 2003. Below is a detailed description of the visible elements: ### **Foreground and Immediate Surroundings** 1. **Sidewalk and Landscaping:** - A portion of a concrete sidewalk is visible in the foreground with small bushes and landscaping adjacent to it. The bushes appear somewhat overgrown and feature sparse areas. - Some debris is visible near the sidewalk, including what appears to be an orange construction cloth or marker. 2. **Brick Pillars and Fencing:** - Short brick pillars are integrated into sections of black metal fencing, forming a boundary. The fence encloses a portion of the construction area or nearby parking lot. 3. **Yellow Bollard:** - A yellow bollard, possibly serving as a protective barrier, stands near the edge of the sidewalk in the foreground. 4. **Street Signage:** - A "No Parking" sign is mounted to the left side of the image on a wooden pole. Below the sign, there appears to be additional text, although not clearly readable. - Other road signs are visible further down the street, including one located near the traffic cones and barriers. ### **Midground Construction Elements** 1. **Road Surface:** - The road is asphalt, with some visible construction markings highlighted in orange paint. - Traffic cones and temporary barriers are placed along the road and near entrances, indicating work in progress and rerouting. 2. **Construction Signs:** - One prominent construction sign is visible reading "Centex Construction," the name of the contractor. It is mounted on a post, surrounded by fencing and construction barricades. 3. **Equipment:** - In the midground, some construction equipment or materials are noticeable in the fenced area. While specific equipment types aren't apparent, cones and barriers dominate the area. ### **
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