CRATERS of the MOON General Management Plan

APPENDIX F:

An appropriate architectural theme does not exist in the monument, and regional architecture does not suggest a theme other than the use of lava rock, which would not be appropriate in the monument. Space and functional requirements for developments are detailed in the following sections.

VISITOR CENTER

The design of the new visitor center could suggest a theme for the monument or could be a unique statement.

Lobby

National Park Service information desk
Natural history association sales desk
Some exhibits (assume orientation type)
Book sales area
Space to accommodate 75-100 people at a time

Exhibit Room

Exhibits plus capacity for a maximum of 175-200 people at a time

Audiovisual/Multipurpose Room

Seating for 60-100 in portable chairs
Permanent projection booth and screen
Storage for chairs and tables

Visitor Restrooms

Capacity must be compatible with 200 visitors on site at a time

Outdoor Meeting Area

Covered area
Capacity for 50-75 people
Possibly some picnic tables

Other Facilities Needed for Visitors

Public pay phone
Area for refreshment vending machines Library

Library

Capacity for 1,000 volumes, with room for additions
Room for at least two large desks with chairs

Museum Storage

Must be climate controlled
Storage for a minimum of 12 museum cases
Space for herbarium
Space for computer work station
Sink and work space, equipment storage

Natural History Association Offices

Space for two employees and associated equipment
Storage for merchandise and books, with room to handle and inventory incoming stock

National Park Service Offices

Separate offices for two permanent employees
Work space for at least three seasonal employees
Separate room for mail handling and for copy and fax equipment
Separate room for program preparation with work table, movie screen, cabinets for storage of equipment and slides

Miscellaneous Facilities for Monument Operations

Employee restrooms with changing and shower room, preferably one for each sex
Lunchroom with refrigerator, microwave, and table, and chairs
Utility and maintenance Storage rooms for cleaning equipment and supplies
Mechanical room(s) for heating and cooling equipment, telephone and electrical panel, etc.
First aid room with space for bed, supply cabinet, and sink

REMODELING OF OLD VISITOR CENTER/HEADQUARTERS BUILDING

The existing building contains large public restrooms, an exhibit room, a public lobby, and en closed porches that could be converted to administrative spaces. The existing space probably would not be adequate for the projected needs, so it is likely that an addition would be needed. The existing building is not energy efficient, although much has been done to improve it. Consideration must be given to energy needs and a more sensitive architectural theme.

Superintendent's Office

Work station with desk, computer, and bookcases
Seating for three visitors

Office for Rangers and Resource Management

Offices for chief ranger and two permanent rangers, including three computer work stations
Checking facility with lockers for five seasonal employees
Room for handling fees
Storage space for equipment for emergency medical service, search-and-rescue operations, firefighting, and general needs (see "Maintenance" for vehicle storage needs)
Office for two resource management personnel and two seasonal personnel
Storage area work lab for resource management division

Administration Area

Area for two permanent employees, including two computer work stations
Seating area and counter to handle walk-ins
File storage

Visitor Restrooms

Restrooms for general public, smaller than employee restrooms

Other Rooms for Monument Operations

Conference room with space for 25 people at tables, up to 100 in chairs
Extra office with work space for researcher or VIP, including computer work space
Mail and copy room with copy and fax machines, storage for copier and paper supplies, employee mail boxes
Security room with safes and evidence lockers (including a freezer)

Miscellaneous Facilities for Monument Operations

Employee restrooms with changing and shower room, preferably one for each sex
Lunchroom with refrigerator, microwave, table, and chairs
Utility room with heating and cooling equipment, sink, cleaning equipment and supplies, and telephone lines—existing may not be adequate

MAINTENANCE AREA REMODELING AND EXPANSION

The existing maintenance facilities are not energy efficient, and they have insufficient work space. At least two additional bays are needed to store larger vehicles. The ranger and the Resource Management Division would like to see heated storage for an emergency vehicle and a wildland fire truck. There is not much expansion space, but the elimination of visitor functions from this area would increase flexibility. The site is highly visible from the high way and campground, so aesthetics must be considered. The feasibility of converting the apartment building to maintenance functions also should be considered.

Office for Chief of Maintenance

Office space for two permanent employees, including computer space
Space for a 6-foot drafting table, file cabinets, and bookcases
Space for two clothes lockers
Checking area and locker room for six seasonal employees
Employee restroom with shower

Metal Shop & Vehicle Storage

30' x 20' heated work area with metal-covered workbenches on outside walls
Two heated vehicle bays with doors 12' wide by 16' high
Overhead electric hoist
Room for storage bins for nuts and bolts
Heated bay for storage of fire truck, storage area for fire equipment

Heated Area for Dispensing Fuel and Storing Flammable Materials

Area heated to prevent freezing
Cabinet for storing lubricating fluids
Storage shelves for 50 gallons of paint
Storage area for three 55-gallon drums
One pump for unleaded gasoline and one for diesel fuel

Covered Cold Storage

Pipe rack, snow pole storage
Storage area for small equipment such as lawn mowers, snow machines, and cement mixers
Rack for hand tools (shovels, rakes, etc.)

Temporary Storage Area

Aggregate (10 cubic yards)
Cold mix (30 cubic yards)
Concrete bins for storage of these materials

Hazardous Materials Storage

Area to store six 55-gallon drums; must be able to contain spills

Workshop area is adequate. An area is needed for bins and shelves to store electrical and plumbing parts.

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