November 2022 Geotechnical Report

Attached is the latest report from Geotechnical Testing Services. In summary, minor movement (less than 1/4") is noted on the south end of the berm next to the hotel property and restaurant.  Otherwise the majority of the berm appears to be stable.  The design report necessary for constructing the final version 1.5 of the berm is expected "by year end " (hopefully this year).   While the city conducts a peer review of the report, we will seek construction bids and will work with the three affected property owners who will need to agree to share the construction costs and grant any easements that may be required.  With respect to the condos, we are being told by the engineers that Building L will most likely need to be demolished, while Building M may possibly be saved, leveled and repaired.  This is subject to approvals and financial feasibility.   We will have more information when the next report is issued.

Link to Nov 2022 GTS Report

We appreciate the patience and cooperation of all stakeholders as we continue to work towards the resolution of a very long and difficult natural disaster.  

April 2022 Progress Report

The following link provides information regarding the geotechnical soils testing results as reported in April, 2022:

Link to April, 2022 update letter

In summary, the berm is performing well but needs further strengthening on the southern side. The balance of the berm, including buildings L and M, show no movement which is good news.  A final report and engineering design to finalize the phase two construction of the berm with a safety factor of 1.5 is expected sometime in November, 2022.  Bids will be obtained for construction costs and if all stakeholders agree to participate, work on the berm could begin early 2023.  

In April, the City of St. George without warning issued orders to demolish buildings L & M, the old Dairy Queen, and the Knights Inn properties.  In meeting with city officials, the hotel owner agreed to demolish the entire hotel building, which was accomplished in September.   The city agreed to stay the demolition order on the other two properties subject to receipt by year end of a the above mentioned geotechnical design to finalize stabilization of the berm and prove that the subject buildings are not a danger to life or property.   All stakeholders are waiting on the engineers to complete their report and design recommendations which hopefully will be accomplished sometime in November.