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July 20, 2026 • 600 Block

45-Foot Steel Beam Removed from 639 Cleveland Street Façade

Crane lifting steel beam from building façade.
A crane lifts the removed steel beam away from 639 Cleveland Street as demolition crews work along the front façade.

A crane operator removes a 45-foot steel beam from the front façade of 639 Cleveland Street as demolition progresses. The concealed structural element was identified within the wall and required removal before the next phase of work could begin. 

Worker removes façade material from building.
A demolition worker operates from a lift while removing sections of the façade surrounding the steel beam opening.
Worker guides chains during beam removal.
A demolition worker guides the attached chains as the concealed 45-foot steel beam is lifted from the building exterior.

Crews continue coordinating demolition activities with precision while protecting the remaining structure throughout the process.

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