UFC 4-740-02
26 September 2006
TABLE 4-28. INDOOR TRACK
The indoor track provides space for running, jogging, and walking. It is usually co-
Description/
located with the gymnasium (see Table 4-20) either surrounding the court safety zone
Usage
or suspended above the gym area or other high-bay space.
Service Exceptions: Indoor track requirements vary by Service:
Army. The space is allocated for the track in every Installation. However, in
temperate climates and with approval of CFSC, the track space can be added to the
cardiovascular equipment space in the fitness area in lieu of building a track.
Navy. The indoor track is an option depending upon local climate and facility size.
Air Force. The track is required but it can be either indoor or outdoor.
Marine Corps. The indoor track is an option.
Min. Ceiling Ht.
3.05 m (10 ft.) minimum. If suspended in a high-bay area, the underside of the track
structure should be 4.27 m (14 ft.) minimum above the finished floor.
Walls. CMU with semi-gloss enamel paint.
Floor. Resilient, cushioned running surface, such as rubber or urethane.
Ceiling. Exposed, painted structure.
Provide a drinking fountain in the entrance lobby to the track.
Plumbing
The HVAC criteria should match the criteria for the space in which the track is located.
HVAC
Provide system per Section 3-5.3.
Fire Protection
Provide outlets per code. Provide power to a wall-mounted clock.
Power
The lighting criteria should match the criteria for the space in which the track is located.
Lighting
CCTV. Provide outlets for adequate coverage.
Communication
CATV/Internal Video. None required.
PA/Audio. Provide a speaker.
Telephone. Provide a telephone line or other emergency call system within or
adjacent to the running track area.
Data. None required.
Security. None required.
Provide signage to indicate running directions (directions alternate day-to-day).
Casework/
Built-in
Provide personal effects storage, such as cubbies, for customer use.
Equipment
Provide CCTV cameras per the outlet count. Bulletin board and digital clock. Provide
Furnishings
storage for towels and personal items.
Fixtures &
Equip. (FF&E)
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