Student Research Symposium Program Portal: Submission #140

Abstract The Seabreeze Parking Garage Project, located at the corner of Thomas Drive and Patronis Drive in Panama City, Florida, will support the adjacent Seabreeze Hotel. Led by Project Manager and Geotechnical Engineer Bradyn Luna, the project team—including Environmental/Hydraulic Engineer Justin Haber, Structural Engineer Eduardo Vasquez, and Transportation Engineer Genna Patterson—will design a 2-story, 318-vehicle parking garage on the existing 7-acre site. The design will address the site's natural slope towards an adjacent creek with a drainage system incorporating inlets, piping, and a 15,000 sq ft, 4.5 ft deep pond, sized to accommodate runoff from both the garage and the hotel (estimated 100,000 sq ft impervious area). Geotechnical investigations, including existing boring data, will inform foundation design, considering shallow spread footings and deep foundations due to sandy soils extending to 70 feet. The garage structure, anticipated to be approximately 55,930 sq ft, will utilize reinforced concrete slabs, double T-beams and columns. Traffic engineering, following Florida standards, will optimize internal circulation and ensure safe access to Thomas Drive, including turn lanes, signage, crosswalks, and sidewalks. To achieve this, we are utilizing design/drafting software such as Civil3D, OpenRoads and ICPR. The Seabreeze Parking Garage project’s design showcases a comprehensive application of civil engineering principles, integrating geotechnical analysis, structural design, hydraulic considerations, and traffic engineering to deliver a functional and efficient parking facility.