Smoot Construction Company of Washington, DC has completed the abatement of identified asbestos containing materials within RFK Stadium. Non-structural demolition of plumbing fixtures, equipment and upper-level seats, among other stadium components, will continue throughout the month. Smoot has also been coordinating with local utility companies and District agencies to disconnect water, sanitary sewer and electrical infrastructure servicing RFK Stadium.
Through the end of January 2023, nearly 368 tons of metal and 16 tons of plastic material were recycled and approximately 719 tons of non-structural construction debris was removed from the stadium. Certified Business Enterprise (CBE) participation in the project is at 75%, with Small Business Enterprise participation at 54%.
The removal of the upper deck seats inside RFK Stadium continues. Just in time for the NFL draft, the iconic burgundy and gold seats will be available for purchase this spring!
Events DC is in the process of securing approvals for structural demolition.
Click below to view our live stream camera feed of the construction site.
