Looks like the first drill is up and in service. . . might even be some dirt on the business end of that thing. . .

https://pbase.com/temper/image/170679652.jpg

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Yeah. . . this thing's under construction. . .

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Any rebar cages or liners?

Not as far as I can see from the OxBlue cam. . . but if you look at the historical data for today they completed the assembly of the rig, fueled it up, moved it into position, inserted a caissosn/sleave/cap thingey and started drilling dirt out of the caisson. . . this complies with all previous requirements for consideration. . .

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May 4, 2020. :awesome:

https://i.imgur.com/SqFA9SE.jpg

On the cam they just unloaded some liners. https://app.oxblue.com/open/hineschicago/wolfpointeast

In a stupid American way, there is something oddly inspiring about watching these projects continue to go up in Chicago, despite the pandemic.

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The evidence is indisputable. Nice photo, RNL :cheers:

GOD BLESS AMERICA!

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CTBUH Confirmation
 

The CTBUH just starting listing Salesforce Tower as under construction. It is official now.

It's not U/C until there is a pier or pile.

Digging is a part of construction to me

They were pouring concrete yesterday - albeit after I posted - which I feel must surely qualify. Though I am with the crew that drilling or excavation should mark commencement of construction.

On the webcam looks like drilling has begun. Break out the bananas :dancing:

edit

Sleeves are here and their digging like crazy. I'll leave it up to the professionals but this thing is a go in my book.

Photos from 5/6

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...37887918_h.jpg

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...abca6ba5_h.jpg

WHAT A TIME....TO BE ALIVE

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Amazing. The city that works :rock: