Tuesday, April 3, 2012

April: Barn Construction Begins


Erik and John Cadden discuss the excavation plan.

John and Erik spread gravel over the drainage area.

Erik walks back into the quarry - he and John went
to nearby Sea Island Sand and Gravel to hand-pick rocks
for the retaining wall.

This one’s a gut-buster.


Holes are dug for the footings and the forms are being assembled.


Earlier this month, our barn plans were approved and the permit was issued. Construction got underway as excavation began: Erik and John Cadden installed drainage, built a stone wall and dug holes for the post footings. Due to the large shed roofs, there are 12 posts in addition to the main timber frame barn structure. The barn moved away from the hill slightly due to avoid hammering through bedrock (yes - it's a rock island!).

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