Environmental Assessment Gate Security Improvements at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma
Abstract
Controlled gate entry provides security by monitoring and controlling traffic entering a military installation. The degree of security required depends on the sensitivity level of the mission and the level of force protection at any given time. Over time, force protection standards have increased in response to current global conditions as well as technological advances. In 2002, the Air Force published the Entry Control Facilities Design Guide. The security gates at Altus AFB do not meet the current guidelines and standards defined by the Air Force in the 2002 guide. The proposed action would resolve these deficiencies and increase ability to handle the larger volume of traffic without impacting the control and inspection process. The proposed action includes security improvements at the North Gate, Main Gate, and South Gate on Altus AFB. These security improvements include new guardhouses, vehicle and truck inspection stations increased number of lanes accessing the base, enhanced lighting and signage, improved force protection elements, and new canopies and storm shelters. Additionally, a new visitor center and parking will be constructed at the Main Gate. Conversely, the Air Force could select to take no action (no-action alternative). The following biophysical resources were identified for study at Altus AFB: noise, air quality, earth resources, water resources hazardous materials and hazardous waste, biological resources, utilities and infrastructure and socioeconomics.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jul 01, 2005
- Accession Number
- ADA634471
Entities
People
- Aaron Patino
- Carol Johnson
- Kent R. Wells
- Robin Divine
- Victoria Wark
Organizations
- Leidos