Crane rigging at the MSE Library Nov. 25 – Dec. 1

Starting Tuesday, Nov. 25, through Monday, Dec. 1, a crane rigging operation will take place to install new electrical equipment in the M-Level of the Milton S. Eisenhower Library (MSEL). Work will involve the use of heavy equipment, temporary access restrictions, and safety measures in the surrounding area.

Dates & Activity Schedule:

• Tuesday, Nov. 25 – Protective matting installed over newly laid brick pavers
• Wednesday, Nov. 26 – Pre-staging of crane, counterweights, and electrical equipment
• Friday, Nov. 28 (6 a.m. – 8 p.m.) – Full crane operations (rigging day)
• Monday, Dec. 1 (until 9 a.m.) – Removal of staging equipment and site restoration

Area & Access Impacts:

• Driveway restrictions adjacent to the South Chiller Plant and Maryland Hall during staging and rigging
• Restricted access to MSEL, Brody Learning Commons, and Maryland Hall during the crane lift
• Reduced parking along the South Chiller Plant driveway
• No parking on the BLC back road (road to the right of Maryland Hall) for the duration of operations; “No Parking” signage will be posted

Safety Measures:

• Protective matting will be placed to protect newly installed pavers
• Staged equipment positioned tight to the curb to maintain limited delivery access
• Work scheduled during a campus closure to reduce community impact
• Flaggers, barriers, and communication checks implemented before lifting activities

Logistic Plans: