Prettyman Courthouse

The Prettyman Courthouse in Washington, D.C. was opened in November of 1952. Having met the age requirement for inclusion in the national registry of historic places in 2002, the building is now protected by the Historic Preservation Act of 1966. In March 1997, the U.S. Courthouse was renamed the E. Barrett Prettyman Courthouse in honor of the Judge on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit from 1945-1971 and as Chief Judge from 1958-1960. The 24-foot high monument in front of the courthouse was Judge Prettyman's idea.

With security concerns ever increasing, Stromberg supplied a series of 72 custom bollards for the grounds of the courthouse in 2005. The bollards provide a pedestrian-friendly barrier that prohibits vehicles from impacting the structure or impeding the walkways around the building.

These bollards are made from Stromberg's Glass Fiber Reinforced Concrete (GFRC). Stromberg GFRC provides the look and feel of true concrete at a great reduction in weight, making shipping and installation quicker and more cost effective. Stromberg GRFC has a higher tensile strength than steel and is a fireproof substance that can stand up to the elements as well as true concrete. Stromberg has provided bollards to transportation centers and other security-sensitive sites for the most demanding customers in the world. Call Stromberg today with the specifics of your next project and see how we can assist with your construction needs.