Project Use Type: Industrial Climate-Controlled and RV/Boat Storage
Client: Avid Storage (Operated by NSA Storage)
Location: La Feria, TX
Property Size: ~20 Acres
Building Scale: ~100,000 SF

Services Provided:
– Site Plan Approval
– Jurisdictional Permitting Coordination

Unique Solution:
 Designed a “floating” rigid structure using specialized soil amendments and reinforced concrete to neutralize high-swell South Texas soils and prevent long-term structural cracking.

Case Study - Engineered for Stability: A Resilient Storage Solution in South Texas

Context & Services

For the Avid Storage project in La Feria, we served as the lead infrastructure partner, providing comprehensive civil engineering, site design, and jurisdictional permitting. Our team managed the intricate base scope of services, including site plan approval, utility connection sketches, and multi-disciplinary coordination with structural and MEP consultants. We focused on integrating 100,000 SF of climate-controlled space with specialized RV and boat storage layouts.

The Unique Solution

Developing in South Texas presents a significant geographical hurdle: highly expansive soils with a high swell factor. We recognized that seasonal moisture shifts could lead to catastrophic foundation movement and negative leverage due to premature maintenance costs.

To protect our client’s long-term investment, we moved beyond standard utility and grading plans. We proposed a specialized soil amendment to neutralize swell potential and strategically converted all planned asphalt to reinforced concrete. By designing the entire site to “float” as a singular, rigid structure, we anticipated the inevitable soil shrinkage and swelling. This craftsmanship-focused choice ensures the facility resists cracking, fulfilling our promise of a low-maintenance, high-durability asset.

Success & Impact

This proactive engineering approach transformed a high-risk soil profile into a stable asset. The developer gained peace of mind knowing the 100,000 SF facility is protected from structural failure. By reducing long-term repair budgets, we maximized the project’s value and ensured it remains a premier storage destination in the Rio Grande Valley.