Past Projects - Facilities

Start Date: June 15, 2023 
Completion Date: August 22, 2023

Progress photo from August 9, 2023:

Photo from August 18, 2023 once all pods complete:

Completed: December 2023

Photos of new flooring:

Start Date: July 15, 2023 
Completion Date: September 12, 2023

Gilpin County has not had the space for private offices for the Human Resources Department and Finance Department for a number of years. The Human Resources Department has to have the ability to have confidential conversations with individuals to fulfill their roles. The training room at the Apex Facility was being underutilized. Gilpin County decided to build out three offices in this space to accommodate the HR and Finance department’s needs.  

Start Date: September 8, 2023 
Completion Date: November 2023

Status: Work Completed November 2023 – Warranty request was issued in December 2023, resolved in March 2024

Through the years, Gilpin County unfortunately has not kept a strict key system. Without a history on issuance and revocation of keys, Gilpin County decided to secure its building using credential based locking systems on the exterior doors of all of its buildings to regain the ability to have access control over county sites. The process streamlines access issuance and revocation to our buildings now and for the future for the continued safety of citizens and staff.

The Historic Courthouse was built in 1900. Gilpin County is committed to preserving this esteemed landmark while prioritizing both its safety and functionality. Over time, the front porch experienced considerable wear due to heavy foot traffic. In 2024, Gilpin County evaluated the deck's structural integrity and rejuvenated the decking boards. This project was not only aimed at ensuring safety, but also restoring this part of the courthouse to its former beauty to provide continued enjoyment and service for many years to come. 

The Gilpin County Community Center is the heart of the Gilpin County Community and is designated as an emergency reunification center. The safe and efficient operation of the facility has long been a priority. The HVAC units which maintain fresh air circulation, heat, and cooling for the users of the facility were 21 years old in 2024. Roof Top HVAC Units (RTU's) have an expected lifespan of 20 years before repairs start to add up over time and become so costly, that replacement is the most appropriate action. As best practice to both ensure financial responsibility, and to ensure safe and continued operation of the facility, Gilpin County chose to pursue the replacement of all HVAC roof top units. These new units by code are more efficient as well, which will look to make reductions in utility costs to the facility over their lifespan as well.

The Gilpin County Community Center Low-Slope Roof is an EPDM type roof with internal drains. The low slope EPDM roof was 21 years old in 2024. The construction of the roof was not to current code, had known defects from the original build, and the materials were beyond their usable life. These issues led to leaks around the facility during heavy rains and snowmelts. These roof leaks had the potential to cause further damage to the building. Because of these items, Gilpin County replaced the Low Slope Roof at the Gilpin County Community Center in 2024. The replacement of the Low Slope roof will ensure longevity to the structure, and prevent any further damage from occurring.  

As of 2024, the Gilpin County Justice Center Low Slope Roof was a built up roofing system with internal drains and 31 years old.  The construction of the roof was not to current code, had known defects from the original build, and the materials were beyond their usable life. These issues led to leaks around the facility during heavy rains and snowmelts. These roof leaks had the potential to cause further damage to the building. Because of these items, Gilpin County replaced the Low Slope Roof at the Gilpin County Justice Center in 2024. The replacement of the Low Slope roof will ensure longevity to the structure, and prevent any further damage from occurring.  

In 2024, Gilpin County identified the need for multiple HVAC system components across the county. Many of these components provide critical operations support to the facilities which they are a part. In an effort to attract competent, qualified, and reputable vendors, Gilpin County organized its needs and combined many of its projects into multiple site projects within a given discipline of work. This effort also allowed Gilpin county to more efficiently manage and implement replacement needs across the county. The multiple site HVAC Replacement project for 2024 included the replacement of:

• Packed Wall unit at Dakota Hill Communications Site
• Energy Recovery Unit at the Gilpin County Community Center
• Make Up Air Unit at the Gilpin County Justice Center - Detentions Division
• Ductless Mini Split Cooling Unit for the Main Server Room at the Historic Old Courthouse.

The main campus of Gilpin County contains some of the largest and most complex facilities. These facilities include:

• The Gilpin County Justice Center
• The Gilpin County Community Center
• The Gilpin County Exhibit Building and Fairgrounds
• Gilpin County Food Pantry

All of these facilities are supported by fresh water infrastructure consisting of two fresh water wells and a 330,000 gallon water tank. The pumps within the two wells supply all the water to fill the water tank and therefore these facilities. As of 2024, these pumps were 10 to 15 years old and due for replacement. Replacement of these pumps in 2024, for the continued operation and fresh water supply to these buildings, was necessary to maintain the critical infrastructure of fresh water supply to these sites. 

Gilpin County identified the need for multiple Fire Systems across the county. These systems provide critical operations support to the facilities for which they are a part. In an effort to attract competent, qualified, and reputable vendors, Gilpin County organized its needs and combined many of its projects into multiple site projects within a given discipline of work. This effort also allows Gilpin county to more efficiently manage and implement replacement needs across the county. The Multiple Site Fire Systems Replacement project for 2024 included the replacement of fire safety systems at:

• Gilpin County Community Center
• Gilpin County Justice Center
• Gilpin County Exhibit Building
• Gilpin County Apex Facility 

In 2024, Gilpin County identified the need for engineering consultation on systems at multiple sites across the county. Many of these systems provide critical operations support to the facilities which they are a part. In an effort to attract competent, qualified, and reputable vendors Gilpin County organized its needs and combined many of its projects into multiple site projects within a given discipline of work. This effort also allows Gilpin county to more efficiently manage and implement needs across the county. The Multiple Site Engineering Services project for 2024 included the assessment of:

• Hot Water Recirculation Line Pinhole Leaks at the Community Center and Justice Center
• Lightning Protection System at Dakota Hill Communications Site
• Grading and Drainage at the Community Center and Justice Center
• Electrical Load Assessment and Generator Sizing at the Gilpin County Justice Center