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Green River Public Safety Building
Public Safety Facility – Police, Fire & Emergency Services
The City of Green River partnered with Western Steel Buildings to develop a modern Public Safety facility capable of supporting police, fire, and emergency response operations under one roof. Designed for reliability, efficiency, and long-term service life, the building provides the community with a durable and operationally optimized space for 24/7 response needs.
Western Steel’s pre-engineered steel system ensured fast construction, improved weather protection, and a cost-effective structural solution—key advantages for a small municipality investing in essential public infrastructure.
Project Scope & Scale
- Use: Police, Fire & Emergency Services
- Building Size: 12,000 sq. ft.
- Use: Beam Processing & Fabrication Facility.
- Frame Type: Pre-engineered clear-span steel structure
- Roof System: Standing seam metal roof
- Wall System: Insulated metal panels (IMP)
- Roof Slope: 1:12
- Key Interior Components: Fire apparatus bay, police office suite, meeting rooms, storage, support areas
Key Challenges
- Designing a municipal building that combines multiple emergency functions in a single, efficient layout
- Meeting stringent energy and safety codes required for public safety operations
- Creating a durable, low-maintenance exterior suitable for Utah’s varied climate
- Ensuring long-term operational flexibility for multiple departments
Solution / Approach
- Engineered a clear-span interior to maximize flexibility for emergency apparatus and office workflows
- Applied insulated metal panel walls for superior thermal performance and reduced energy costs
- Installed a standing seam roof to ensure long-term durability and minimal maintenance
- Developed an exterior form that conveys civic presence through clean lines and modern material choices
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Unique Features
- Integrated fire, police, and emergency services facility
- Clear-span layout supports open bays and efficient internal circulation
- High-performance IMP wall system for year-round energy efficiency
Modern steel architecture suitable for municipal identity and longevity
Building Specifications
- Structure: Pre-engineered steel frame
- Wall Panels: Insulated Metal Panels (IMP)
- Roofing: Standing seam metal roof
- Square Footage: Approximately 12,000 sq. ft.
Roof Pitch: 1:12
“Everybody likes the design of our building. It’s been met with great appreciation throughout the community. We can get our trucks in and out easily and our training room makes a world of difference for our volunteer firefighters.”
— Ben Lanoff,
Chief of the Green River Fire Department
Sustainability / Compliance
- IMP building envelope exceeds energy-efficiency requirements
- Steel structure improves building lifespan and reduces long-term waste
- Designed and engineered to meet public safety codes for structural reliability
- Low-maintenance materials reduce municipal operating costs over time
Results & Benefits
- Unified emergency services under one efficient, modern facility
- Enhanced operational readiness for city departments
- Delivered on schedule and within budget
- Provides Green River with a durable and visually appealing public safety building that will serve the community for decades
Partner with Western Steel to deliver mission-critical public safety facilities built for performance, reliability, and long-term value.
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