Boise Depot Restoration Work

The City of Boise recently partnered with engineering students from Boise State University to complete a hands-on vibration study at the historic Boise Depot. Students gained real-world experience exploring monitoring system design, developing prototypes, working at a historic site, and supporting vibration data collection—all while contributing to an active public project. A professional engineering firm specializing in vibration will now analyze the collected data to help the city better understand how vibrations from the Depot's bells, passing trains, and other activity may affect the historic structure. Partnerships like this create meaningful learning opportunities for students while helping the city gather valuable information to support the thoughtful preservation and long-term stewardship of one of Boise's most iconic landmarks.