First Lutheran Church Addition & Remodel

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ERA provided structural engineering services for the addition and remodel of First Lutheran Church in Cumberland, WI.

This project involved a 5,200 sf, two-story expansion of the existing building. The structural design incorporates a combination of precast concrete and steel elements. ERA engineered a floor system using precast plank and concrete topping, supported by interior steel beams and columns. The exterior walls utilize load-bearing CMU (Concrete Masonry Unit) construction. A key aspect of the project was modifying the existing structure to seamlessly connect with the new addition. ERA’s engineers devised a solution to remove the existing gable end brick wall and replace it with a light gauge steel infill. This approach maintained structural integrity while allowing for a smooth transition between the old and new sections of the church.

Location	Cumberland, WI
Market	Religious
Year Completed	2020
Sq. Ft.	2,600
Team Collaboration	Owner/Developer: First Lutheran Church Architect: River Valley Architects Structural Engineer: ERA Structural Engineering

First Lutheran Church Addition & Remodel

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Location

Cumberland, WI

Market

Religious

Year Completed

2020

Sq. Ft.

2,600

Team Collaboration