Pinnacle Retaining Wall and Erosion Control Systems

Recreation/Resort Wall Design & Construction


n		MSE Segmental Retaining Walls (SRW)
n		MSE Berm
n		MSE Panel Walls
n		Vegetated MSE Slopes
n		Stone Faced MSE Walls
n		MSE Pressure Relief Walls
n		Cast-In-Place (CIP) Concrete Walls
n		Gravity Retaining Walls
n		Soil Nail Walls
n		Piling Walls
n		Gabion Structures
n		Above and Underground Stormwater Detention Structures
n		Composite Wall Systems
n		Retaining Wall Repair

Pinnacle Design/Build has successfully designed and constructed multiple, specialty earth retention structures in support of major recreation and resort projects throughout the United States. Our ability to work with developers and architects to design and construct walls and other structures that are functional as well as aesthetically fitting has allowed Pinnacle Design/Build to become one a preferred specialty subcontractor to service this industry. In addition, we can often make design recommendations that substantially reduce the cost of earth retention without sacrificing the architect’s vision for a project.

Pinnacle Design/Build Recreation/Resort Project Profiles


		Brian Head Ski Resort, Brian Head, UT PROJECT FACTS: Wall Area = 3,000 SF; Max Ht = 14 FT CHALLENGE: The ski resort located in southern Utah required new ski bridge across a busy roadway accessing the ski resort. The bridge abutments needed to be built quickly during the short summer construction season. SOLUTION: Pinnacle Design/Build designed and constructed two MSE segmental retaining wall abutments . These walls were then covered with a natural stone veneer to blend with the rustic surroundings. VALUE: The Pinnacle Design/Build team designed and constructed both bridge abutment walls in less than two months from start to finish! This allowed the resort operator to open the new bridge just in time for ski season with no missed revenue.

		Dick Lane Velodrome - Retaining Wall Repair, Atlanta, GA PROJECT FACTS: Wall Repair Area = 2,800 SF; Max Ht = 20 FT CHALLENGE: A large diameter headwall supporting the velodrome bicycle track failed from foundation scour. SOLUTION: Pinnacle Design/Build designed an MSE retaining wall with a welded wire form (WWF) stone facing to replace the failed headwall. Our crews carefully demolished and removed the failed structure and replaced it without incident. VALUE: The Pinnacle Design/Build solution saved the owner $100,000 when compared to other potential solutions.

		Grand Soleil Casino, Natchez, MS PROJECT FACTS: Wall Area = 32,500 SF; Max Ht = 47 FT CHALLENGE: The riverboat casino development required a submerged retaining wall to support the proposed buildings and parking lot along the banks of Mississippi River. SOLUTION: Pinnacle Design/Build constructed a MSE panel wall that was submerged into the flowing Mississippi River that was able to withstand the annual flood waters. VALUE: The developer was able to realize the cost savings over other conventional construction techniques.

		The Retreate at High Pointe, Savannah, TN PROJECT FACTS: Wall Area = 25,000 SF; Max Ht = 36 FT CHALLENGE: This high end residential development was to be situated on the steep bluffs above Pickwick Dam in Savannah, Tennessee. However, the site was too steep and unstable to build conventional access roads and building lots. SOLUTION: Pinnacle Design/Build worked with the developer to design the most efficient combination of walls and usable building lots possible. Then we constructed a gently curving, combination MSE/soil nail wall to create the space required without detracting from the natural beauty of the surroundings. VALUE: The Pinnacle Design/Build solution was implemented in less than three months and saved the developer significant money in terms of wall cost and lot production. Moreover, the appearance of the finished product fits well with the surroundings.

Pinnacle Design Build Group, Inc. provides all engineering and design services through subcontract agreement with Vertex Design Group, LLC.