Firm

 The Ottertail Operations Center functions as both the Emergency Operations Center and a centrally located command post for the Otter Tail County Sheriff’s Department. Storm water management, native vegetation, rain water collection, daylighting, low emission material, and occupancy controls are some of the green features of the facility.

The facility is constructed of precast concrete and masonry bearing walls, and precast concrete and steel roof construction.  The building is heating and cooled with a hydronic heat pump systems with vertical geothermal loops.  Heat recovery units provide for efficient tempering of incoming fresh air.  The electrical system is backed up with an engine generator covering the load of the entire facility.  Automated lighting controls (occupancy sensors) are used throughout the facility, along with daylight dimming in spaces with accessibility to glass.