Health Plan Transparency in Coverage (TIC)
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina This link leads to the machine-readable files that are made available pursuant to the federal Health Plan Transparency in Coverage Rule and include negotiated service rates and out-of-network allowed amounts between health plans and health care providers. The machine-readable files are intended solely for that purpose. The machine-readable files are
Carroll A. Campbell Jr. United States Courthouse Receives 2022 PCI Design Award
Located in downtown Greenville, South Carolina, the new six-story federal courthouse building includes seven courtrooms and nine chambers to accommodate District, Senior and Magistrate Judges. Additional judicial programs include the U.S. Probation department, Federal Public Defender department and the U.S. Department of Justice. MMSA, Inc. is honored to provide structural engineering design for this project
Carroll A. Campbell Jr. U.S. Courthouse
MMSA provided structural engineering design services and serves as structural Engineer-of-Record for the new six-story Carroll A. Campbell, Jr. United States Courthouse, one of several courthouse projects congressionally authorized for design and construction in the Southeast Sunbelt Region, in Greenville, SC. The 193,000 GSF courthouse project includes seven (7) courtrooms and nine (9) chambers to
MMSA provided structural engineering design and construction administration services for the Greenville Technical College (Barton Campus) Dreisback/Anderson Student Center (Barton Campus). Effectively relocating the off-site Student Services programs to the 30+ year old former Technical Resource Center (TRC) building, the project included renovation to the existing 51,500 sf building and a 2,500 sf addition in
Kernersville State Veterans Home
Located adjacent to the existing Veterans Administration (VA) hospital complex, the new one-story, 120-bed state veterans home is the 5th world-class nursing home facility built in North Carolina. The new senior living/skilled nursing facility features private rooms, common living areas, activity and conference rooms, a private chapel, and a large meeting space. The facility also
Jean M. Smith Greer Branch Library
MMSA provided structural engineering design and construction administration services for the Jean M. Smith Library, the Greer branch of the Greenville County Library System. First opened in 1995, the existing 11,500 sf library was in need of both renovation and expansion to accommodate the growing Greer community. The 5,600 sf expansion added additional study space,
Florence Regional Airport Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF) Facility
Florence Regional Airport has plans of continuing growth. In anticipation of continued service to the surrounding communities and future growth, a new Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting Facility was needed to replace the existing outdated 1990s facility and support any of the airport’s public safety needs. MMSA provided structural engineering design and construction administration services
Durham Technical Community College – Applied Technology Building
Located on the main campus of Durham Technical Community College, the Applied Technology Building is the first new academic building on the Main Campus in over 15 years. Located across from the Newton Industrial and Engineering Technologies Center, the 40,000 sf two-story structural steel framed building houses several programs including Architectural Technology, Biomedical Equipment Technology,
Lewisville Middle School (WS/FCS) Opens for August 2021 School Year
Lewisville Middle School, the newest addition to Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools, recently opened its doors for the 2021 school year. The 107,600 SF three-story educational facility accommodates grades 6 - 8 and features unique learning opportunities, including a STEM learning curriculum. MMSA provided structural engineering design and construction administration services for the new middle school. Additional
North Carolina A&T State University – Holland Hall
MMSA provided structural engineering design and construction administration services for waterproofing and roof replacement, catwalk improvements and HVAC suspension system projects. The structural scope of work included replacement of the existing concrete plank roof, roofing underlayment and associated metal flashings; design of shallow foundations and the foundation retaining wall support system; masonry parapets; installation of
Mecklenburg County Aquatic Center Renovation
MMSA provided structural engineering design and construction administration services for renovation to this multi-purpose natatorium facility located in the heart of Mecklenburg County. MCAC renovation and expansion includes new fitness and office areas, new locker rooms, gymnasium renovation, expanded seating, new pool mechanics, an open expansion lobby design, and a new aluminum canopy.
University of South Carolina Upstate – G.B. Hodge Center
Constructed in 1973, the G.B. Hodge Center is home to the USC Upstate Athletics department, including the men’s and women’s basketball teams and volleyball program. With a capacity to accommodate 837 attendees, but in need of renovations, MMSA provided structural engineering additions, renovations, and construction administration for the Center. Upgrades include renovations to the women
Clemson University Lehotsky Hall
Clemson University’s Lehotsky Hall, originally constructed in 1974, is a two-story, 94,000 sf academic building currently housing the College of Agriculture, Forestry and Life Sciences and the College of Behavioral Social and Health Sciences. In anticipation of future renovations and building code updates, MMSA performed an ASCE/SEI 31-03 Tier 1 Seismic Evaluation to identify potential
Clemson University Fike Recreation Center
Originally built in 1930 as the Clemson Field House, Fike Recreation Center is the main fitness building on the Clemson University campus and houses several gymnasiums, racquetball courts, a pool, a fitness atrium, an indoor walk/jog/run track, and climbing wall. As part of a teaming effort, MMSA provided a structural feasibility study, structural engineering design,
Raleigh-Durham International Airport Consolidated Rental Car Facility (CONRAC)
The Raleigh-Durham International Airport is seeing a record-amount of growth, as more travelers use the airport to reach their destinations. To accommodate the ever-growing need for parking and to enhance the traveler parking lot-to-terminal commute, a new Consolidated Rental Car Facility (CONRAC) and ground transportation center is needed. MMSA, through partnership, provided structural design (schematic
Charleston International Airport Terminal Redevelopment and Improvement Program (TRIP)
Charleston International Airport (CHS), a joint civil-military airport and home to the Boeing 787 Dreamliner assembly facility, is seeing unprecedented growth. With new airlines and destinations now available, the terminal has received an upgrade to modernize and improve the layout and programs to accommodate current and future passenger and tenant traffic. MMSA provided structural engineering
NCCU Broadcast Studio Renovation Recognized with 2020 NOMA Citation Award
Located on the first floor of the Farrison-Newton Communications Building, the renovated North Carolina Central University TV Broadcast Studio serves as a training ground for dedicated Mass Communication students to gain hands-on experience in the professional world of visual broadcast production. Post-renovation, the high-tech studio suite features a new entry, broadcast area and support spaces,
Mary Potter School Shop Restoration Project Receives Progressive Architecture Award
Founded in 1889 by Dr. George C. Shaw, Mary Potter Academy was originally established as a boarding school for African American students during the height of Jim Crow and segregation. With only three buildings on-campus buildings still standing, including a 90-year old wood-framed Industrial Arts building and Gymnasium building, revitalization of the campus will allow
University of South Carolina Booker T. Washington High School Auditorium
Originally constructed in 1956, the Booker T. Washington High School Auditorium is a two-story, 700-seat steel-framed facility on the University of South Carolina-Columbia campus. Added to the National Register of Historic Places (2018), it is the only remaining structure on the high school campus. MMSA, in anticipation of renovations and new additions to the auditorium,
Nestled in Greenville’s Downtown West End, Pendleton West Townhomes are comprised of mixed-use townhomes and office/work space. MMSA, Inc. provide structural engineering design and construction administration for a new 6-unit townhome layout. The two-story units utilize a steel-frame with masonry façade.
The newly redesigned Emancipation Park, located in Houston’s Third Ward, is the oldest public park in Texas. Originally purchased by four former slaves in 1872 and the only public park in Houston opened to African-Americans through 1950, the park design includes new playgrounds, building renovations, including a community center, a new plaza, picnic shelters and
Fort Mill School District Training and Support Center
The Fort Mill School District (FMSD) Training and Support Center is a new two-story, 20,000 sf facility designed to promote both collaboration and professional learning amongst FMSD staff. The steel-framed structure includes training and conference rooms for accommodation of up to 150 team members, assembly areas, Curriculum and Special Services Department offices, IT spaces, and
David Hellams Community Center
The David Hellams Community Center, a City of Greenville Parks and Recreation facility, originally constructed in the early 1980s, was in need of both renovation and new additions. Renovations to the single-story 5,800 sf existing facility include mechanical, electrical, and plumbing upgrades; ADA accessibility upgrades and improvements to the overall appearance of the facility. New
Clemson University Life Sciences Facility
MMSA provided structural engineering design for the 100,000 sf, three-level interdisciplinary Life Sciences facility. Designed to house the College of Agriculture, Forestry and Life Sciences (CAFLS), the building provides flexible laboratory, teaching, and faculty office environments with laboratories and offices for 25 research laboratories, three microbiology teaching laboratories, open lab/research bays and breakout spaces for
Clemson University Larry B. Penley Golf Clubhouse
The Clemson University Larry B. Penley Golf Clubhouse is a 7,100 sf, three-story brick clad facility designed with the goal of sustainability and preservation of the natural surroundings. Built with sustainable and local materials that include structural timber and cypress wood for the ceilings, the Clubhouse design includes a physical training area, meeting space, coaches’
Clemson University Memorial Stadium West End Zone Phase III (Oculus, Bridge and Terrace)
The Clemson Memorial Stadium West End Zone Oculus, roof-top plaza/terrace, and Oculus pedestrian bridge is the final phase update to the Memorial Stadium. The stadium expansion consists of a four-level steel and precast Oculus structure with a 40’ long pedestrian balcony bridge, rooftop plaza/terrace for athletic related special events, and gallery space. The Pedestrian Bridge,
Clemson University Freeman Hall Expansion/Addition
In an effort to provide more space for its ever-growing Department of Industrial Engineering, Clemson University has added a new addition to the existing Freeman Hall. MMSA provided structural engineering and construction administration for the new three-story Freeman Hall expansion project. The additional 21,000 sf of office and classroom space includes a three-level steel frame
Clemson University Barnes Center
As part of Clemson University's overall Master Plan, MMSA provided a seismic analysis evaluation, structural engineering design and construction administration services for renovating the 7,000 sf Sheep Barn for adaptive reuse as the Barnes Student Activity Center. Originally built in 1904, the former sheep barn is the oldest surviving building on the Clemson campus and
Clemson University Allen N. Reeves Football Operations Complex
MMSA provided structural engineering design and construction administration services for the new, state-of-the-art Allen N. Reeves Football Operations Complex. Officially opening its doors on National Signing Day, the 157,000 sf facility now houses all Clemson football operations and includes an area showcasing Clemson’s National Championship trophies. Other features of the new complex include a replica
Simpson Brothers Highlighted in CCEE News
The Simpson brothers, Michael M. Simpson, PE (Michael M. Simpson + Associates, Inc.) and David B. Simpson, Jr., PE (Simpson Engineers & Associates, P.C.), have been highlighted in the N.C. State University Fall 2018 edition of CCEE News. Read the article, "Alumni Feature," highlighting the two "average" N.C. State University brothers here.
MMSA provided structural engineering design and construction administration services as part of the $200 million Charleston International Airport (CHS) Terminal Redevelopment and Improvement Program (TRIP) and Central Energy Plant design. Completed in 2016, significant areas of the airport received new additions and renovation, including Concourses A and B, the ticket lobby, baggage claim, concession areas,
The Barnes Center awarded the 2018 AIA Georgia Design Merit Award
The Barnes Center, located on the Clemson University campus, was recently awarded the 2018 AIA Georgia Design Merit Award in the Renovation/Restoration category. As one of only four projects to receive this distinction in 2018, MMSA is honored to have provided structural engineering design and construction administration services as part of the Lord Aeck Sargent design team.
Over the course of 20 years as a diversified structural engineering firm, MMSA has been providing consulting structural engineering / CA services for a number of projects in numerous states. We have a vast amount of experience in new building design, renovation / addition design, IDIQ / IDC / On-Call services, LEED® / Sustainable design, anti-terrorism
USGBC LEED® Gold | Partial Listing Clemson, SC – Clemson University Freeman Hall Clemson, SC – Clemson University Rhodes Hall Bio-Engineering Building Clemson, SC – Clemson University Restoration Institute Graduate Education Center Fort Belvoir, VA – Warriors in Transition (WIT) Barracks Fort Lee, VA – Advanced Individual Training (AIT) Barracks Orangeburg, SC – SC State
MMSA provided structural design for a vehicular bridge spanning more than 300 feet crossing over Beaver Dam Creek and a protected wetlands area located on the Marine Corp Base, Camp Lejeune. The vehicular bridge consists of prestressed concrete cored slabs supported on cast-in-place concrete bents spaced at 50-feet intervals. The cast-in-place concrete bents are supported
MMSA was responsible for developing preliminary and final bridge design and plans for one of the six bridges crossing the Pee Dee River Overflows. The nine span 540 ft long bridge, located at Station 42+68.00, carries two twelve feet travel lanes with ten feet wide shoulders. The reinforced concrete deck is comprise of three 180
Westminster Train Depot (Originally Built in 1920) MMSA conducted a structural assessment of the Westminster Train Depot building after a fire destroyed portions of the existing facility.
This project involves restoration of a century year old building that had badly deteriorated interior floor and roof structures. The historic 1890’s Pelham Mills burned in 1943, but the mill’s office was left intact. In 1987, the mill site was placed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Goldsboro Union Station, located in downtown Goldsboro, NC, is an old brick, concrete and wood frame train station listed on the National Register of Historic Places (1977). After sustaining both structural and cosmetic damage, including water in crawl spaces and signs of distress on walls and columns, MMSA provided a concept site plan and building
The Chester City Hall and Opera House is one of the most architecturally significant buildings in Chester, SC and was once the focal point of government as well as social and cultural events in the community. A 1929 fire ravaged the structure, severely damaging the main entrance tower and most of the interior of the
Bob Jones University Museum & Gallery at Heritage Green
Bob Jones University Museum and Gallery at Heritage Green houses a collection of art renowned throughout the world. The project was a renovation of the former 1930 Coca-Cola Bottling Plant building. For the building renovations, Michael M. Simpson + Associates, Inc. (MMSA) provided structural analyses that determined the floors at both levels and the attic
Prior to development the parking garage area was occupied by a brick senior center and several wood-built apartments with associated paved areas. This site sloped from north to south with an elevation change of approximately 20’. Based on our soil borings and observations, the site was suitable for construction of the parking garage. The building
City of Greenville Church Street Parking Garage
This multi-level parking facility houses approximately 1,000 vehicles and is expandable to 1,500 vehicles. MMSA provided full structural engineering services as well as construction administration for the functional design of this garage. For economy, the design was based upon standard structural precast components and architecture precast at exposed areas. Both design and construction were completed
Michael M. Simpson + Associates, Inc. (MMSA) provided structural design engineering and structural construction administration services for this design-build project. The project involved the replacement of 380 existing single and duplex military family housing units with 380 new single and duplex military family housing units. The housing units were one- and two-story with 3 –
West End – Mixed-Use & Retail Building
Michael M. Simpson + Associates, Inc. (MMSA) provided structural engineering design and construction administration services for the new 4- and 5-level, 59,000 sf mixed-use / residential building on S. Main Street. The building is separated into two distinct sections - mixed-use on the west end and residential condominiums on the east - includes an at-ground
USC Salkehatchie Dormitory is a three story wood frame building and has a concrete slab on grade for the first floor with continuous wall footings at the exterior and interior bearing walls. The second and third floor are framed with wood floor trusses bearing on wood stud walls with brick veneer at the first floor
Michael M. Simpson + Associates, Inc. (MMSA) provided structural design engineering and structural construction administration services for a new apartment building foundation system. The 48,500 sf mixed-used, 6-story condominiums was designed with precast concrete columns, beams, double-tees and flat slabs. The deep foundation system consisted of drilled caissons and grade beams.
McBee Station Apartment Homes & Pool House
MMSA provided structural engineering design services for the McBee Station Apartment Homes, Clubhouse and Pool house building. The apartment complex is part of the McBee Station mixed-use development that also includes a grocery store, a two-story retail building, and parking garage on the 11 acre parcel of land.
Wallace Creek Regimental Complex
Michael M. Simpson + Associates, Inc. (MMSA), provided structural engineering services for a new rapid design/build project comprising high quality permanent facilities within a 225-acre regimental complex serving over 3,000 Marines located within the secured perimeter of Marine Corp Base, Camp Lejeune, North Carolina. The project consists of a two-story battalion headquarter building, multiple four
Parris Island Training Facilities
Michael M. Simpson + Associates, Inc. (MMSA) provided structural engineering services to a construction contractor for a design/build project at the Marine Corps Recruit Depot, Parris Island, SC. The project concerned structural problems with the Regional Training Facility, which was constructed in 1997. The building was a steel framed structure consisting of a two-story portion
Myrtle Beach International Airport Terminal Capacity Enhancement Program (TRIP)
Michael M. Simpson + Associates, Inc. (MMSA) is the Structural Engineer-of-Record for this new two-story Concourse structure as part of the overall Terminal Capacity Enhancement Program intended to provide additional space for Ticketing, Baggage Claim, Terminal Gates, and Administration at the Myrtle Beach International Airport. The two-story conventional steel-framed Concourse structure consists of composite concrete
Homeport Ashore – Bachelor Quarters
The P123 Bachelor Quarters project at Homeport Ashore Norfolk Naval Station – now known as Willis Manor Bachelor Quarters (BQ) – is part of the Homeport Ashore initiative. With the goal of improving the quality of life for US sailors, the Willis Manor BQ provides apartment style housing for ship-based sailors. The project included the
MMSA provided structural design and structural construction administration services for a new three-phase, Design/Build housing project for the Norfolk District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE). Built during phase 1 for the purpose of housing at least 600 military personnel within the Soldiers in Advanced Individual Training (AIT) program, the AIT barracks consist of two,
The Basic Combat 1200 soldier Trainee Barracks Complex project consists of nine new buildings. The buildings are: (5) three-story Trainee Barracks; single story Battalion Headquarters building; single story Dining Facility building; single story Lawn Maintenance building and single story high-bay Central Energy Plant. The structural system consisted of single and multi-level steel framed structures. The
Fort Jackson Army Reserve Center
Fort Jackson Army Reserve Center consists of a new two-story structural steel frame building. The building is rectangular shaped, 330’ x 100’ structural steel two-story elevated framing system with perimeter, exterior non-load-bearing steel stud wall building system and brick veneer. The sloped roof framing consist of cold-formed steel trusses and beam framing. The building ground
The Fort Carson Operational Readiness Training Center (ORTC) Barracks Complex project consists of four (4) barracks buildings and associated parking. Each building is 15,400 sf, stands two-stories tall, and has the capacity to house up to 400 soldiers with two beds per room. Each barrack building construction consists primarily of pre-engineered structural steel moment frame
Fort Campbell Warrior In Transition (WIT) Barracks
MMSA, Inc. is Structural Engineer-of-Record for this Design/Build 4-story, 123,310 sf Warrior-In-Transition (WIT) barracks (208 beds) for Soldiers who have been released from a medical care facility and are in recovery status for further evaluation.
Fort Bragg [Camp Mackall] “Nasty Nick” Obstacle Course
The Fort Carson Operational Readiness Training Center (ORTC) Barracks Complex project consists of four (4) barracks buildings and associated parking. Each building is 15,400 sf, stands two-stories tall, and has the capacity to house up to 400 soldiers with two beds per room. Each barrack building construction consists primarily of pre-engineered structural steel moment frame
MMSA is the Structural Engineer-of-Record for this Design/Build Training Brigade Complex that included permitting and site infrastructure development on two sites (182 acres) and 1,517,518 sf of facilities: Brigade Hqs; Battalion Hqs (4); Basic Trainee Barracks (4880 beds) with Company Operations Facilities (20); Consolidated Battalion Dining Facility (4), Storage Buildings, Parade Field and Running Tracks.
The Fort Benning MATOC Trainee Barracks projects consists of four Trainee Barracks buildings capable of housing 489 soldiers, a Battalion Headquarters (BHQ) building, Dining Hall, a running track, parking areas, entrance driveways, numerous training pits, and grading for a future 5th Trainee Barracks building. Three of the barracks buildings are set at a finished floor
Fort Belvoir Warrior in Transition (WIT) Barracks
The Fort Belvoir Warrior in Transition (WIT) Barracks Complex features two barracks buildings and a hospital style complex /campus. The buildings serve as temporary apartment-style housing for soldiers healing from various war injuries. With a total of 144 accommodation units for 288 soldiers, the four-story, wood-framed, “L” shaped barracks buildings, with each measuring 97,400 sf,
MMSA, as structural designer of record, provided structural engineering design, construction administration services, and quality assurance (QA) oversight for the new Boeing HUB expansion. The one-story facility features architecturally exposed structural steel columns, beams and vertical cross bracing and conventional steel framing. Notably, the architecturally exposed steel areas feature exposed columns and beams created by
Barnwell Regional Airport Terminal
As Structural Engineer-of-Record for the new Barnwell Regional Airport in Barnwell, South Carolina, MMSA provided structural construction drawings for the new terminal. Built just east of the existing terminal, which was demolished due to age and dilapidation, the new terminal building is a one-story structure with masonry exterior walls and concrete slab-on-grade. The project also
The Upcountry History Museum, located in the Heritage Green cultural complex in the downtown area of Greenville, South Carolina, has a three-story scheme utilizing a full basement, two levels of exhibit space, parking, and landscaped green space. The form of this state-of-the-art museum reflects two brick exhibit halls with vaulted standing seam roofs. The steel
The Children’s Museum of the Upstate
MMSA’s work at the Children’s Museum of the Upstate included major renovations and upgrades to transform the former Greenville County Library building on downtown’s Heritage Green into the new museum. The building includes a three-story structural concrete/steel frame.
State of Georgia Archives and History Museum
The State of Georgia Archives and History Museum opened May 2003 in Morrow, Georgia. The new four-story facility is a structural concrete frame building which MMSA provided design and construction administration.
Orangeburg County Aquatic Center
MMSA provided consulting structural engineering design services and construction administration for the 45,000 sf Center which included a natatorium, gymnasium, fitness areas, and supporting spaces. The building has a CMU bearing wall and steel framed roof structure. Design also consisted of CMU bearing and shear walls, custom truss design over natatorium, concrete foundations and retaining
Mauldin United Methodist Church – Spirit Center
MMSA provided structural engineering and structural construction administration services for the new Spirit Center at Mauldin UMC. Located adjacent to and attached to the existing gymnasium building, the new three-story (includes mezzanine) steel-framed structure is supported on shallow foundations with a concrete floor slab-on-grade. The exterior is brick veneer. The facility houses a fellowship hall/worship
MMSA provided structural design services and construction administration for the new 36,000 sf Mauldin sports and recreation center. Owned by the City of Mauldin, the sports facility is scheduled to be completed in two phases. The first phase of design for the sports facility included a 12,800 sf dual-court gymnasium, 3800 sf cardio and strength
The Hughes Main Library, located in Greenville, is the second largest public library in the state of South Carolina. This new, three-story structure, considered the hub of the entire Greenville County Library System, consists of concrete frame facility design and construction.
The Etowah Public Library’s brand new facility opened in 2008 and is a new single story steel frame facility design and construction.
Augusta-Richmond County Public Library
The Augusta-Richmond County Public Library, part of the East Central Georgia Regional Library System, is a new three-story concrete frame structure located at Telfair Street and James Brown Boulevard in Augusta, Georgia. Effectively tripling the size of the previous library building, the new library is constructed of red brick and limestone and utilizes concrete shear
Greenville Convention Center (Carolina First Center)
MMSA provided addition/renovation structural design services for this 280,000 sf of exhibit space and 60,000 sf meeting and conference space multi-purpose facility.
Pleasant Ridge Camp and Retreat Center
The Pleasant Ridge Camp and Retreat Center, a Greenville County Rec site, is an ADA-compliant getaway situated in Pleasant Ridge County Park. Available for special events and retreats and home to various programs including Camp Spearhead and Camp Courage, the serene getaway is nestled amidst 240 acres of woodlands and features a 17,000 SF lodge
C.C. Woodson Recreation Center
MMSA provided renovation/addition structural design and construction administration for this 27,000 sf multi-purpose, community/recreation center for the City of Spartanburg. Reopened in 2010 following extensive renovations, the Center’s amenities include a health and wellness center; learning center; teen center; senior lounge; gymnasium; library and classrooms; multi-purpose community meeting and conference rooms; activity rooms; and an
In 2002, the Greenville County Redevelopment Authority committed $15 million to additional renovations in the community. The product of this commitment is the new 12,000 sf Brutontown Recreation Center. Opened in 2008, the center includes a gymnasium, kitchen, computer room and outdoor playground on Leo Lewis Street in Greenville, SC. Additionally, the Authority also worked
Athens-Clarke County Library Renovation & Addition
The Athens-Clarke County Library Renovation & Addition project included a two-story 19,000 sf steel frame addition and renovation of the existing 63,000 sf facility.
Federal Correctional Institute – Williamsburg
The new Federal Correctional Institute - Williamsburg includes new housing and special housing buildings, administration buildings, athletic facilities, ancillary structures, and firing range site.
Township Auditorium Addition & Renovation
MMSA provided addition and renovation design services for the Historic Township Auditorium located in Columbia, South Carolina. The project consisted of demolishing and relocating the 3-story front elevation portion of the structure and façade to expand the existing lobby space of the original circa 1929 built structure by approximately 3,000 sf. The 3-story front elevation
Rockingham County Judicial Center
MMSA provided structural engineering design and construction administration services for the new Rockingham County Judicial Center. The 4-level courthouse and jail facility utilizes a structural system consisting of steel columns and composite steel beams with concrete slabs on composite deck, roof joists and roof deck, steel vertical bracing, and concrete spread footings. The jail utilizes
Guilford County Detention Center
The new Guilford County Detention Center provides all basic service components to accommodate an ultimate population of 1,600 inmates. The 400,000 sf facility is an eight story building plus basement area, penthouse, and tunnel. Housing units include forty bed single cell pods, forty eight bed double cell pods, and medical/substance abuse units of single cell
The New Ellenton Fire Station is a one-story, high-bay construction located in New Ellenton, SC. This project is built on a three (3) acre site, which also included the design of a multi-use Civic Center. The Fire Station has three (3) Apparatus Bays, Administrative Office Area, Bunk Rooms that sleep up to eight (8) firemen,
Greenville County Detention Center
MMSA provided structural engineering services for new Greenville County Juvenile Detention Center. Located adjacent and north of the existing adult detention center, the new three-story, 48-bed Juvenile facility includes Secure Receiving, Holding, Release, and Medical Exam and Nurses Station on the lower level; Detention Housing, and Main Control on the Mid-level; and Dining, and Educational
The Greenville County Courthouse Addition and Renovation is a 134,650 sf design-build project. As a fast-track project, it was both designed and constructed in just two short years. The Renovation of the existing 1940s facility resulted in the addition of support offices for the solicitor, public defenders, and clerk of court while maintaining the exterior
Clayton County Justice Complex (Harold R. Banke Justice Center)
Construction consists of a new four-level courthouse, jail, and housing complex that also includes judicial, administrative, and general judicial office spaces. The jail space accommodates 1500 beds. The structural system consists of steel column and beam frames, steel vertical bracing, and concrete spread footings. The housing complex consists of precast concrete and beam walls, hollow-core
Charleston County Detention Center
The Charleston County Detention Center design/build expansion will include a new 334,000 sf building, consisting of 4 stories with a mechanical penthouse. The structural system consists of precast concrete columns and precast, precast concrete double tee beams and precast walls. The foundations consist of auger cast pile foundations, with pile caps and grade beams.
Beaufort Municipal Center Complex
MMSA provided structural engineering design services and structural construction administration for the new Beaufort Municipal Center Complex. Located at the intersection of Boundary Street and Ribaut Road, the new City of Beaufort addition joins the County complex, anchoring a new gateway into Historic Beaufort. The Judicial building is a two-story, 33,000 sf steel-framed structure and
CDC Infectious Diseases Laboratory
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Bldg. 17, Phases I and II MMSA provided structural design services for an eight-story facility on the CDC campus. The structural framing system consists of concrete columns with pan and skip-joists framing system and concrete shear walls for lateral stability. The foundation consists of concrete drilled piers and continuous
Winthrop University Undergraduate Science Complex
The Undergraduate Science Complex at Winthrop University includes the total renovation of Sims Hall, the existing 56,000 sf science building, and a new annex of approximately 58,000 sf. The complex houses all laboratory, classroom, and administrative functions for the Mathematics and Science departments (Biology, Chemistry, Geology, Physics, and Human Nutrition). Full teaching and research lab
USC Salkehatchie Student Housing
USC Salkehatchie Dormitory is a three story wood frame building and has a concrete slab on grade for the first floor with continuous wall footings at the exterior and interior bearing walls. The second and third floor are framed with wood floor trusses bearing on wood stud walls with brick veneer at the first floor
The Citadel Marksmanship Center
MMSA worked in association with HGBD design team for the 16,500 sf Marksmanship Center for The Citadel for use by the college and the South Carolina Army National Guard. The facility includes the following: A 16-point firing range with an automated targeting system. An independent range ventilation system. Range control room. A 16-point air rifle
South Carolina State University Engineering & Computer Science Complex
The SCSU Engineering & Science Complex is a new 3-story building housing computer labs, classrooms, offices, and other supporting facilities. The building consists of a steel frame system. The roof will include a wide flange metal deck supported by structural steel joists, beams and columns. Elevated floors will be constructed of a concrete slab on
Michael Simpson served as Project Structural Manager/Structural Engineer for the Medical University of South Carolina Hollings Cancer Center (MUSC). Structural Construction Administration services were provided by MMSA. Located in Charleston, SC, the science research facility is a concrete frame structure, with concrete shear walls and steel H-piles deep foundations. The project consists of an eight-story
Greenville Technical College Nursing & Science Building
The Greenville Tech Nursing and Science Building is a 3-story, L-shaped 60,000 sf facility, with each wing representing the two functioning parts of the nursing program. The science wing is composed of chemistry labs, physics labs, microbiology labs and classrooms stacked in a vertical volume on the outboard side of the building. Likewise, the nursing
Clemson University Rhodes Hall Bioengineering Building Annex & Addition
MMSA provided structural design engineering and construction administration for this 29,000 sf, three-story addition. This building provides state-of-the-art research laboratories, classrooms equipped with the latest long distance learning capabilities and administration offices.
Clemson University Littlejohn Coliseum
MMSA provided structural design services for the renovation and new addition to the Clemson University Littlejohn Coliseum. Renovations to the existing coliseum include redesign of the two end line areas to improve sight lines and floor access, the addition of handicap spaces and elevators, and widening of the concourse. The roof structure has also been
Clemson University Fraternity Dormitories Renovations & Additions
MMSA provided structural design and construction administration of this new multi-level college dorm complex. The existing four-story brick masonry structure is designed with IBC 2000 seismic upgrade and includes a new steel braced frame structure with concrete spread footings.
Clemson University Agricultural Biotechnology / Molecular Biology Complex
Clemson University MMSA provided structural engineering design and construction administration services for the Clemson University Agricultural Biotechnology/Molecular Biology Complex. The complex houses biotech research spaces and laboratories, with all laboratories outfitted with benches, sinks, fume hoods and standard safety equipment. The facility is an approximately 93,000 gsf building including 56,000 nsf of laboratory and laboratory
This two-story facility was designed to house a 450-seat campus chapel with classrooms for the University’s religious studies program housed on the lower floor. The chapel is designed to compliment surrounding campus architecture and to be a focal point in Phase II of the pedestrian plaza. The chapel’s interior soars with a high-pitched ceiling and
Whale Branch Early College High School (Beaufort County School District)
The new Whale Branch High School houses approximately 1,000 students in grades 9-12 with the capability of expanding to 1,500 students. The building is approximately 180,000 sf. This one- and two-story structure includes a steel frame with precast concrete panels and masonry for exterior wall and shear walls supporting structural steel and joist framing. The
Summerfield Elementary School (Guilford County Schools
The Summerfield Elementary School consists of a total reconstruction of the current school site, and a two-story classroom wing and an internal kindergarten play courtyard were created. The classroom buildings are mainly composed of ICF (insulated concrete form), and the floors are precast concrete planks. The renovated building area is 43,072 sf, while the area
Ragsdale High School (Guilford County Schools)
The Ragsdale High School project includes renovation and addition to the existing high school and middle school. The new addition now connects the existing renovated middle and high school buildings. This one and two-story structure consists of masonry shear walls supporting structural steel and joist framing.
Jasper County School District A Kindergarten through 12th grade facility was planned to accommodate the Jasper County School District. Load-bearing pre-stressed concrete walls were provided to accommodate an aggressive construction schedule and a sturdy finish for many of the rooms. Elevated floors also pre-stressed concrete and with a 2” concrete topping. Roofs over the classroom
Constructed to replace the existing school building, the new 74,000 sf, one-story elementary school can accommodate up to 600 students, Pre-K through 5th grade. The facility is designed to meet green/sustainable goals, and utilizes building systems consisting of load-bearing special reinforced masonry shear walls with additional steel frames supporting high clerestory areas. MMSA provided structural
MMSA provided structural design services for Memminger Elementary School in downtown Charleston, South Carolina. Constructed on the existing Memminger Elementary school site, the new 77,000 sf, two-story steel-frame structure replaces the original 1950s facility. An existing auditorium and two existing buildings will also remain standing. The structure is steel-framed with elevated concrete slabs on permanent
Lexington Early Childhood Center
MMSA provided structural design services for the design of the Early Childhood Center, Lexington County School District. The 97,000 sf facility is constructed on a 37 acre site and includes 40 classrooms. The new school provides development services for children ages 3 through 5 and also includes space for a small district daycare center and
Hardeeville K-12 School (Jasper County School District)
The Hardeeville K-12 School project creates a kindergarten through 12th grade facility to accommodate the Jasper County School District. Load-bearing pre-stressed concrete walls are used to accommodate the aggressive construction schedule and provide a sturdy finish for many of the rooms. Design also utilizes elevated floors with pre-stressed concrete and a 2” concrete topping. Roofs
Grove Elementary School (Greenville County Schools)
MMSA provided structural design services for the new Grove Elementary School estimated to hold up to 800 students. Constructed on the existing elementary school site, the single-story structure is steel-framed with masonry walls.
Greenville Middle School (Greenville County Schools)
MMSA provided structure engineering design for the new Greenville Middle School. The two-story building consists of a steel framing system with an exterior brick veneer steel stud back-up wall system. Specifically, the roof system is steel metal roof deck supported by sloped steel bar joist and wide flange beams. The floor system is an elevated
MMSA provided structural engineering design services for the Fort Bragg Elementary/Albritton Junior High School Additions. The new addition to the existing steel, masonry, and precast structure is a single-story, L-shaped building and uses a relatively simple new structural mainframe system that consists of interior and exterior load-bearing CMU walls. The exterior wall system is split-face
Dr. Phinnize J. Fisher Middle School (Greenville County Schools)
Dr. Phinnize J. Fisher Middle School, located on the Millennium campus adjacent to CU-ICAR, is the recipient of a three Green Globe rating through the U.S. Green Building Initiative’s (GBI) nationally recognized green rating assessment, guidance, and certification program. It is also the first project-based, Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM) middle school in
Carolina High School (Greenville County Schools)
MMSA provided structural engineering design services for the new Carolina High School building. Consisting of three-story, two-story and single-story precast concrete framing systems with insulated concrete precast wall panels and cast-in-place concrete foundation systems, the structural design is based on the International Building Code (IBC) 2000. The roof structure consists of precast concrete double tees
Ashley River Creative Arts Elementary School (Charleston County School District)
MMSA provided structural design engineering services for the Ashley River Creative Arts Elementary School project. Requested by the Charleston County School District, services included building renovations, planned demolition for a portion of the school building, and new construction. Phase I involved demolition of the north wing of the existing school structure and construction of a
MMSA provided structural design services for development and renovation upgrades to the existing Seneca Water Treatment Plant (Seneca Light & Water) located adjacent to Lake Keowee. Structural design services include development of a 10,000 sf, two-story office/laboratory facility and renovation of the existing Control Building.
As Structural Engineers-of-Record, MMSA provided structural design services for a new two-story building for the Jervey Eye Group. The steel-framed building is supported on concrete spread footings, while the exterior of the building is comprised of brick veneer backed with metal studs. The elevated floor consists of concrete over metal form decking. The deck is
Palmetto Bank Corporate Headquarters
Built in 2009, the Palmetto Bank Corporate Headquarters, located in downtown Greenville, received a multi-phase building renovation and new addition. Serving as the Structural Engineers-of-Record for the project, MMSA is responsible for the structural design aspects of the four-story structural steel building.
Greenville First Bank – Thornblade
MMSA provided structural design services for three (3) separate branches of Greenville First Bank. The Greenville First Bank - Thornblade branch is a single-story office building with a structural system consisting mainly of wood roof trusses; load-bearing, cold-formed, light gage steel wall panels; and interior steel post columns for the gravity load system. The seismic
Greenville County Recreation District Administrative Office
The Greenville County Recreation District Administrative Office Building is an 8,400 sf facility designed with open, high-bay, exposed structure construction. Sustainable initiatives integrated into the facility include the use of natural materials both inside and outside of the facility; water-saving plumbing fixtures; high SEER HVAC systems; energy-efficient lighting systems and controls; and minimal site-lighting aimed
As Structural Engineer-of-Record, MMSA provided structural design services for French Broad Place. Built in 2007 in Brevard, North Carolina, this multi-use space is a four-level building and parking garage that includes commercial/retail space, residential units, and a two-story precast parking deck with a vegetative (green) roof. The building structure is designed with precast concrete walls,
Von Braun Complex Phase III with Central Energy Plant
Michael M. Simpson + Associates (MMSA) provided structural design services and construction administration services for the Von Braun Complex Phase III project at Redstone Arsenal, AL. The commercial/general office building with accessories includes a new six-story “L”- shaped, 620’ x 175′ / 590’ x 175’ structural steel frame structure and basement area. The complex is
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Fort Lee AIT Barracks, a MMSA project, has been highlighted in WoodWorks
The article, “Options for Brick Veneer on Mid-Rise Wood-Frame Buildings“, discusses the allowances of the masonry code as it pertains to height limitations and alternative design options for wood buildings with brick veneer that extend beyond the standard height allowance specified in the code. The Fort Lee Advanced Individual Training Barracks (AIT) with Company Operations at
Bridge and tunnel design experience includes a myriad of structure types including continuous-span bridge structures, pedestrian tunnels / bridges, vehicular precast bridges, box culverts, and timber bridges. Georgia Tribble Mill Park (Pedestrian) Timber BridgeAtlanta, GA Tribble Mill Park (Vehicular) Timber BridgeAtlanta, GA North Carolina Champion International BridgeRoanoke Rapids, NC Replacement of Bridge #32 [Box Culverts]
Additional Design-Build Projects
Current DB estimated construction cost exceeds $2.2 billion. Alabama Von Braun Complex Phase III; [Design/Build]; LEED Silver; 2011 Redstone Arsenal, AL Colorado Operational Readiness Training Center (ORTC); SPiRiT Bronze; 2006; Above Average Performance Rating Fort Carson, CO Florida Bachelor Enlisted Quarters/EOD School; [Design/Build]; LEED Silver; 2012 Eglin Air Force Base, FL Military Family Housing, Phase
Additional Government Projects
Alabama Von Braun Complex Phase III; [Design/Build]; LEED® Silver; 2011 Redstone Arsenal, AL Colorado Operational Readiness Training Center (ORTC); SPiRiT Bronze; 2006; Above Average Performance Rating Fort Carson, CO Florida Bachelor Enlisted Quarters/EOD School; [Design/Build]; LEED® Silver; 2012 Eglin Air Force Base, FL Military Family Housing, Phase 5; [Design/Build] MacDill Air Force Base, FL Georgia
Educational design experience includes K-12 schools, middle schools, high schools, arts & career centers, portables, and forensic assessments & evaluations. Ashley River Creative Arts School, Charleston, SC Charleston County School District Early Childhood Center, Lexington, SC Lexington County School District 4 Pinckney Primary School, Mt. Pleasant, SC Charleston County School District Swansea Primary School Addition,
MMSA, Inc. recently relocated!
We are pleased to announce the relocation of the Greenville, SC MMSA, Inc. office. Our new address is 30 Patewood Drive, Suite 100, Office Park Patewood One, Greenville, SC 29615. We look forward to seeing you there!
Clemson University’s Life Sciences Building has achieved LEED® Gold v2.2 Certification!
MMSA’s work on Clemson University’s Life Sciences Building was recently mentioned in the Swamp Fox web article link below, as the building achieved LEED® Gold v2.2 Certification! http://newsstand.clemson.edu/mediarelations/life-sciences-facility-achieves-leed-gold-rating/
The Greenville News highlighted Michael Simpson in recent newspaper article!
The Greenville News highlighted Michael Simpson and MMSA in a news article on November 2, 2012! See the link below for the complete article entitled, “Fourth-grade experience helped Simpson engineer success in life.” http://www.greenvilleonline.com/article/20121104/BUSINESS02/311040002?odyssey=mod%7Cmostcom
Summerfield Elementary School, “Outstanding Project” of 2012
MMSA, Inc. is proud to announce that Summerfield Elementary School in Summerfield, NC has been named an “Outstanding Project” of 2012 in the Spring 2012 edition of the National School Board Association’s Learning By Design publication. http://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/stratton/learningbydesign_2012spring/#/48
The Children’s Museum of the Upstate is the first museum in SC to receive LEED Silver certification!
http://www.gsabusiness.com/news/39298-children-rsquo-s-museum-now-leed-certified
MMSA, Greenville Chamber of Commerce 2010 Minority Business of the Year Recipient
The Greenville Chamber of Commerce Minority Business of the Year Award, sponsored by Bank of America, is presented to a local independently- and minority-owned company that has been in business for a minimum of three years. The 2010 award was presented to Michael M. Simpson & Associates, Inc., on Tuesday, 8 February 2011 at the Carolina First
Congratulations to MMSA’s Justin Crain!
MMSA is proud to announce that Justin K. Crain, PE is LEED AP BD+C certified. The LEED AP BD+C credential provides a standard for professionals participating in the design and construction phases of high-performance, healthful, durable, affordable and environmentally sound commercial, institutional, and high-rise residential buildings. The Green Building Certification Institute (GBCI) created this specialty credential
Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design (LEED®)
Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design (LEED®) is an internationally recognized green building certification system, developed by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC). Michael M. Simpson & Associates, Inc. is a member of the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) to support the advancement of LEED and green building best practices.
MMSA associated with top design firms
Engineering News-Record (ENR) has published another ranking, this time showing the top design firms: ENR Top 500 Design – 2010 (article publication date 5-July 2010). The listing ranks Design firms by their 2009 revenue. MMSA is proud to have provided structural engineering services for 10% of the top 100 design firms listed. We provided our services
MMSA is proud of distinguished affiliations
MMSA, Inc. of Greenville, SC is proud to have provided structural engineering services as part of the strategic design team for 15 of the top 50 General Contracting firms listed in Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 400 Contractors – 2010 (article publication date 14-May 2010). The listing ranks the 400 largest General Contracting firms by their 2009 revenue.