Demolition of 800’ Communication Tower

Project Summary

The project was to disassemble a 730-foot Guyed Loran Tower.  The tower was located at the USCG’s Loran Station Baudette, Minnesota. The tower had 12 TLE lanes, 3 guy lanes, and 5 guy levels.  The tower structure was made up of solid legs, angle iron, and steel cross members.  The tower also had 3 levels of steady burning sidelights and 3 levels of flashing beacons totaling 14 light fixtures.  The tower was disassembled in 20-foot sections using heavy crane equipment.