Gap Filler Detail

1963 – National Archives of Canada

Our file ref. 10-36 (SOCE)

DEPARTMENT OF NATIONAL DEFENCE
ROYAL CANADIAN AIR FORCE

St Hubert, PQ
29 Oct 63

Chief of the Air Staff
Air Force Headquarters,
Dept of National Defence
Ottawa 4, Ontario

Ref: CE M966, 31 Jul

Inspection - Oba Gap Filler Site

An inspection visit to the Oba Gap Filler Site was conducted by the SCEO of Stn Lowther with the following findings:

Steelox Bldgs -

  1. Winterized by the construction contractors; windows covered with plywood and caulked.

  2. Several condensation stains were noted on walls and ceilings.

  3. Electrical conduit and boxes installed but the building was not wired.

  4. Several hairline cracks in concrete floor; floor not tiled.

  5. Buildings thoroughly aired during visit, but no apparent moisture problem.

Tower - Concrete foundation installed for tower base appeared in good condition.

Bulk Storage Tank - This 100,000 gal storage tank was never painted and is in a rusting condition. The unit has been requested to arrange the cleaning and painting of this tank in the summer of 1964. Fuel supply lines are not connected.

2100 Gallon Tank - This tank was not installed and is only slightly rusted. Vent outlet covered during inspection to prevent filling with rainwater.

Access Road - This road is approximately 2 miles in length and is in surprisingly good condition. There were minor washouts, but the road is considered passable for vehicles. No maintenance required before next inspection visit.

Site - Several items were left outside with the contractor's departure. A large electric motor was put in the building during the inspection visit. There is a variety of material on site that could be used for repairs such as plywood, caulking material, asbestos board, etc.

In conclusion, the unit advised that it is not considered necessary for a maintenance party to visit the site before the next inspection visit in the spring of 1964. It is to be stressed that to reach the site requires a train from Hearst to Oba and then another train from Oba to Neswaubin (approx 8 miles). From the tracks to the site is approximately 2 miles by the access road or 1 mile by a path throught the bush.

(JW Johnston) S/L
for AOC ADC