The Huerfano County Courthouse restoration project highlights Mountain Masonry’s exceptional expertise in historical preservation. This multi-phase endeavor involved meticulous restoration efforts to maintain the courthouse’s architectural integrity while addressing structural vulnerabilities. A significant historical structure in Huerfano County, the courthouse reflects over a century of administrative and community heritage. Its preservation required a blend of traditional masonry techniques and modern technologies to ensure success.

The restoration has enhanced community pride, preserved an important landmark, and established Mountain Masonry as a leader in historical preservation. Future phases aim to continue this impactful work.

Key Project Details

Mountain Masonry executed the project in multiple phases, ensuring each aspect received the attention it deserved while preserving historical authenticity.

• Multi-Phase Restoration
  - Completed phases include the upper tower and front elevation.
  - Future phases will address remaining elevations and the historic jail.
  
  
• Advanced Technology
  - Utilized 3D modeling and Building Information Modeling (BIM) for precision.
  - Shop drawings facilitated accurate carving and placement of replacement stones.
  
  
• Team Collaboration
  - Worked closely with architects, engineers, and the grant administrator to ensure project success.
  
  

Challenges and Solutions

Mountain Masonry overcame numerous challenges to deliver exceptional results.

• Matching Historical Patterns
  - Skilled artisans replicated intricate designs using advanced modeling technology.
  
  
• Sourcing Durable Stone
  - Found new stone material with enhanced compressive strength and lower water absorption.
  
  
• Balancing Preservation and Construction
  - Employed traditional craftsmanship alongside modern techniques for seamless integration.
  
  

Impact and Legacy

This project has had a profound impact on the community and future preservation efforts.

• Strengthened Community Pride
  - The courthouse remains a beacon of Huerfano County’s rich history.
  
  
• Encouraged Further Preservation
  - Success has spurred additional projects, such as the Historic Fox Theater and Museum of Friends.
  
  
• Enhanced Relationships
  - Built strong ties with grant administrators and preservation offices, ensuring ongoing collaboration.
  
  

Client Testimonial

"Michael Madone and Mountain Masonry went above and beyond to provide excellent masonry work at the Huerfano County Courthouse! They provided the most detailed and sophisticated three-dimensional shop drawings I have ever seen of all of the custom stone shapes for the first phase of the project. The project involved both complicated custom fabrication and brute-force replacement of heavy units. They did excellent work, communicated with the design team well, and were a pleasure to work with."

– Donald W. Harvey, Jr., P.E., Atkinson-Noland & Associates, Inc.