University of Idaho Campus Photographs Collection

Kibbie Dome

Architect: Glen Cline of Cline, Smull, Hamill, & Associates (Boise)

Description: Arched roof with 400 foot clear span, 18,000 seats. Building is 410' x 498', height is 150'; floor area is 93,550 sq. feet

Additions: Phase 1. Grandstand, press box and grass infield (1971) Phase 2. Artificial turf and roll up mechanism (1972) Phase 3. Roof and end walls (1975) Phase 4. East End office and multi-use addition (1982); $4.5 million. Renovations: 2010/11, seating and press box upgrades.; Two phase project to improve and satisfy Life Safety and Code requirements. Project self-funded by the University of Idaho through a series of bond finance instruments. (facilities website) Phase 1, 2008/09; $10-million, approved by the Board of Regents, and an additional $2 million from State of Idaho Permanent Building Fund. Phase 2, 2010/11; $11 million, approved by the Board of Regents.

Use History: Construction began February 1971, with formal dedication in 1975. Athletic multipurpose facility; athletic department offices

Date: 1971-

Cost: $7,800,000

Cost Notes: $7.8 million (Private donation and student fees)

Sources: Morton, Argonaut, VF, Facilities Website

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