Roof Collapse Creates Opportunity for Jersey Shore Area American Legion

Circa 2024, Morgan Engineering LLC was contacted by The American Legion Post 351 (1400 Bay Boulevard, Seaside Heights, NJ): a portion of their roof had collapsed.

Per Legion.org, “The American Legion was founded by an Act of Congress after World War I. They fiercely advocate for the unique needs of every generation of veterans, service members, and their families who pledge to protect our nation.”

Morgan Engineering heard the call and promptly put together a repair plan for American Legion Post 351. Advised Morgan Engineering’s structural engineer Patrick Laudisi, “The American Legion’s structure was seriously compromised. We listened to their goals and usage needs and Seaside Heights’ American Legion is now on its way to a fantastic, multi-use, indoor / outdoor space.”

SITUATION	FUTURE (TODAY)
Roof collapse. Multiple structural elements compromised and interior structures subject to seasonal weather changes. Building Integrity and Stability. Compromised. Overall structure posed public safety risk. Debris and Safety. Drywall, insulation, timber. Mold and Contamination. Open air and weather. Mold, mildew, dust: poor air quality.	Scaled back structure footprint to optimize outdoor space. For future development; to be used for events, social activities. Efficient space usage. Damaged section was underutilized even prior to collapse. Savings on MEP (mechanical, electrical, plumbing). Energy efficiency. Sustainability and Site Management. Less complex; futureproofing; enhanced maintainability.
WAS: Seaside Heights’ American Legion Post 351 building footprint was most all of the corner block of Bay Blvd. and Carteret Ave. in northwest Seaside Heights.	NOW: Seaside Heights’ American Legion Post 351 now has significant outdoor space facing the Barnegat Bay and actively redesigning reduced indoor space for optimized year-round use by Legion members and guests.