Points of Interest
Built to withstand winds of up to 200 mph, the Seattle
Space Needle clearly demonstrates the inherent
strength of the unique tripod design. “SkyCity,” the
rotating restaurant located 500 feet above the
ground, cleverly rotates 360 degrees every 47
minutes using only a one horsepower motor, which
is accomplished thanks to skillful and precise
craftsmanship.
Location: .......................... 400 Broad Street, Seattle, Washington, United States
Architect: .......................... John Graham & Associates
Classification: ............... Observation Tower
Construction Type: .... Structural Steel Frame
Materials: ......................... Steel, Concrete and Glass
Year: .................................... 1961-1962
Height: ............................... 518 ft. (158 m.)
Footprint: ......................... 120 ft. x 120 ft. (36.6 m. x 36.6 m.)
Pinnacle Type: .............. Lightening Rod 605 ft. (184 m.)
Stories: .............................. 60
Cost: ................................... $4.5 million (1962)
Floor Area: ...................... N/A
Zoned: .............................. 60
Elevators. ......................... 3
Facts at a Glance
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