Case Study: Hammerhead™ Aluminum Flood Panels- The Constantine - Hoboken, New Jersey
The seamless integration of the Hammerhead™ Flood-Log System ensures the building is ready for future flood events, helping to protect both residents and retail businesses on-site.
CLIENT:
The Constantine, a new rental building located on vibrant 14th Street in Hoboken, NJ.
CHALLENGE:
The Constantine, a new mixed-use residential and retail development, was required to install flood protection in order to receive its Certificate of Occupancy.
The building’s architectural design included a decorative groove along the lower-level facade, creating an uneven surface that made it challenging to install traditional flood protection systems. Connecting multiple barrier posts to this surface would not only be difficult to seal but also visually disrupt the architectural intent of the design.
GOAL:
To meet the flood protection requirements set by Hoboken's Department of Buildings Code, based on Base Flood Elevation (BFE) analysis plus 1 ft of freeboard.
To minimize the number of connections to the building facade, reducing architectural disturbance and sealing complications.
To provide a durable and easily deployable flood barrier system that protects both residential and retail entrances on the property.
SOLUTION:
A continuous run of the Hammerhead™ Aluminum Flood-Log System was chosen to span the entire front and side of the building in an L-shaped configuration, covering over 145 feet in total protection length.
The system was designed to cover all openings within the enclosure, eliminating the need for multiple connections to the building’s uneven facade. An 8-Plank high configuration, providing just over 5 feet of flood protection, was selected to meet Hoboken's required flood zone standards.
The Hammerhead™ Flood Barrier was selected for its:
Proven durability and performance through multiple hurricanes.
Ability to span long distances with minimal Post Mounts.
Center intermediary Posts for structural support without excessive wall mounting.
Installation details included:
Filling in the uneven decorative groove at Post connection points to ensure a watertight seal between the wall and Posts.
Installing baseplates in the concrete sidewalk for Center Posts, allowing for quick setup before a storm.
Smaller sidewalk baseplates to receive Kicker Legs for Center Post stabilization during deployment.
When not in use, all Planks, Center Posts, and Kicker Supports are removed and stored securely, preserving the building’s appearance and pedestrian access.
SUMMARY:
The Constantine now meets all flood protection requirements for Hoboken, New Jersey's Building Code, and has successfully maintained its architectural integrity through smart design decisions and the use of a high-performance flood mitigation system.
The seamless integration of the Hammerhead™ Flood-Panel System ensures the building is ready for future flood events, helping to protect both residents and retail businesses on-site. This project highlights the adaptability and aesthetic sensitivity of modern flood protection systems in urban environments.
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The Hammerhead™ Aluminum Flood-Log System is constructed with industrial 6063-T6 anodized aluminum, with 316L marine-grade 316L stainless steel hardware for maximum durability and corrosion resistance.
Flood walls were engineered using finite element analysis (FEA) and computational fluid dynamics (CFD) to withstand hydrostatic, hydrodynamic, and impact loads.
Modular, easily deployed system ready to defend against hurricanes, severe weather or future superstorm events.
100% USA manufactured to the highest quality domestic standards, ensuring exceptional reliability and durability, with a quick turnaround to meet urgent project timelines.
Garrison™ Flood Control is a leading manufacturer and distributor of a complete line of flood control products. Garrison products contain, divert, and re-route water away from valuable property, equipment, infrastructure, and facilities and help prevent flood damage due to rising water levels.
For additional information about Garrison Flood Control Systems, please call 929-299-2099 or email sales@garrisonflood.com.
