Alten Construction begins work on Alameda High School Swim Center

ALAMEDA, Calif. - Oct. 14, 2024 - PRLog -- Alten Construction (https://www.altenconstruction.com/), a full-service San Francisco Bay Area commercial construction company, recently began modernization work on the Alameda High School Swim Center, part of the Alameda Unified School District (https://www.alamedaunified.org/) (AUSD).

Previously known as the Emma Hood Swim Center (https://www.alamedaca.gov/Departments/Recreation-Parks/Emma-Hood-Swim-Center), the replacement project scope is comprised of improved aquatic facilities, including a new 12-lane by 30-meter competition pool for swim and water polo, a four-lane practice pool, new pool deck with lighting and all new non-climbable fencing.

The project will also provide a new tennis court to replace a demolished court as needed for the enlarged pools, a new equipment building for all the pool equipment, restroom and locker room upgrades, a new scoreboard and lights for the pools and various sitework upgrades to accommodate access into the revised pool facility.

The City of Alameda is providing 50 percent of the funding for the project. The remaining 50 percent is being drawn from the Measure B facilities bond, which community members approved in 2022.

"Alameda High School's swimming facilities have long been plagued by mechanical issues, which resulted in interruptions to both our student athletes' practices and the City of Alameda's recreational swim program," said Pasquale Scuderi, superintendent of AUSD. "We are thrilled about the opportunity to provide a state-of-the-art swim facility and grateful to both the city for its partnership and the community of Alameda for its support of the Measure B bond."

Demolition of the existing pool and adjacent finishes started last month. The swim center will be closed for the entirety of the project, with current swim programs moved to the Encinal Swim Center located at 230 Central Avenue in Alameda. The project is slated for completion in fall 2025.

About Alten Construction

Founded in 1995, Alten Construction not only offers a full range of commercial construction services but is also a licensed builder, with its own shop, carpenters and construction laborers. Over the past 29 years, Alten Construction has grown from a small public works company and now serves public and private clients throughout the San Francisco Bay Area with a personal touch. From schools and fire stations to historic buildings and tenant improvements, the company's team has extensive experience and completes superior and high-quality projects with leadership demonstrated at all stages of a project.

Alten Construction is committed to green building practices, and the firm has LEED Accredited Professionals on staff. Dedicated to the community, Alten Construction partners with small, local businesses and develops construction professionals through its internship opportunities and in-house training. The commercial construction firm is also affiliated with the Construction Employers' Association, Bay Area Builders Exchange, Marin Builders Association and the North Coast Builders Exchange. For more information, visit www.AltenConstruction.com or call 510-234-4200.