ANALYSIS OF T-SHAPED STRUCTURES AT ABM FACILITIES MOSCOW, USSR

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• Publication Date: May 1, 1967
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ANALYSIS OF T-SHAPED STRUCTURES AT
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Introduction
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T-shaped, earth-mounded structures have been noted at Moscow ABM
Complexes E05 E24 E33, and at the Naro-Fominsk Probable ABM Radar Facility
(Doghouse).
The structure at the Doghouse was reported
to have some similarities in configuration to those at the Moscow ABM Complexes
but was considered to have a different function. Recent reports have re-
designated these four structures as unidentified. The purpose of this report
is to present an updated comparison and a construction chronology of the four
structures at the Moscow ABM Facilities.
All applicable photography was
utilized in compiling this report. Detailed photographic references are
not included but are available from the originating office on request.
Conclusions
The four T-shaped structures are similar to size and appearance and,
taken as a group, are unique. Each of the structures is located at a facility
containing major electronic components, and each is situated in close proximity
to operations buildings and large radar antennas. All four structures are
subject to definite limitations where vehicle access and service are concerned.
A difference in length of the southernmost component part of the Doghouse is
the only feature which differentiates it from those T-shaped structures at the
ABM complexes.
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Physical Description of the T-Shaped Structures
The four structures in question are similar enough in appearance so
that the physical description of one will suffice for all four. The structures
are T-shaped and earth-covered except for a raised, almost square central
section which is uncovered. Whether the raised section is enclosed on the
sides, or may be open, possibly for ventilation, cannot be determined. The
actual "Tee" shape of the structures was formed by joining three individual
components (buildings) to the raised section. These individual components
were eventually earth-covered. Near each end of the "bar" of the "Tee" is
a prominent stack or ventilator which rises several feet above the earth
covering. The structures are not separately secured, although they are
partially encircled by a shallow ditch or trench, probably for drainage
purposes.
The raised central section is approximately 25 feet high, and is the
highest part of the structure. The height of the earth-covered sections
cannot be determined accurately, but is estimated to be 15-20 feet. Addi-
tional mensuration of each structure is presented in Fi es 1-4. Dimensions
of the structures prior to mounding were derived from photography and
are illustrated by dashed lines. Mensuration of the structures after mounding
had taken place was primarily derived from = photography. The dimensions
among the four vary only slightly with the exception of the structure at
Naro-Fominsk where the increased length of the southernmost component section
sets it apart from the other three.
At Complexes E24, E33, and the Doghouse, buried pipelines are associated
with the T-shaped structures, linking them to operations buildings, and to
nearby probable heat/power plants. Lack of adequate large scale photography
precludes identification of similar lines at Complex E05, although a possible
pipeline was noted on photography of extending
from triad building 1A toward the T-s ape s ruc ure.
Limitations on Vehicle and Personnel Access
The four structures are served by various combinations of roads and
walkways. In each case, the arrangement and type of roads constructed
definitely restricts vehicle passage through the structures, and in some
cases would present difficulty for a vehicle to even approach the structure.
At Complex E05, the structure can probably be driven through, although
passage would be hampered by relatively short radius turns on the access road
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and by the fact that the road connecting to the "stem" of the "Tee" is
apparently not hard-surfaced. At E24 , there is no road connected with the
stem of the structure, even though an opening may be present. A probable
personnel entrance is located at the terminal ends of the other extensions,
however, neither of these is considered suitable for vehicular traffic.
Vehicles approaching the raised section of the structure along the access
road must either back away from it or turn around within it. Neither
alternative seems practicable for a large vehicle or a long load.
At Complex E33, as at E05, the chief limitation appears to be a sharp
turn immediately outside the stem of the "Tee." Finally, traffic at the
T-shaped structure located near the Doghouse would be limited by sharp
turns in the access roads, and an unimproved road leading away from the
stem of the structure. Since most of the functions suggested in previous
reports depend upon routine vehicle access to and passage through the
structure (i.e. warhead handling, missile handling/maintenance), the
limitations indicated suggest some other function.
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Other ABM Facilities at Moscow
The other four ABM complexes at Moscow, relevant to this study, are
Complexes E03, E15, E21, and E31.
Complex E15 was abandoned, in a semi-finished state of construction,
Prior to abandonment, construction had progressed to a point
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where the T-shaped structure had been erected, although it was never covered
over with earth. this T-shaped structure was
dismantled and removed.
Complexes E03, E21, and E31, represent a second generation of deployment
at Moscow. Complexes E03 and E21 are of fairly recent origin and have not
reached a level of construction where the appearance of a T-shaped structure
would normally occur. Complex E31, however, is approximately one year older
than the other two. Based on construction timing at Complexes E05, E24, and
E33, the appearance of a T-shaped structure at Complex E31 is long overdue.
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Chronological Development, Moscow ABM Facilities
A table showing the chronological development of all ABM facilities
at Moscow is presented in Figure 6. Emphasis is placed on the development
of the T-shaped structures, where they occur.
By comparing the rates of construction progress shown for Complexes E05,
E24, E31, and E33, it is apparent that a T-shaped structure should be in
evidence at Complex E31. In order to parallel the construction plan of the
other complexes this structure should have been built at Complex E31 during
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DOCUMENTS
1. NPIC. Possible ARM-Associated Activity Moscow Area,
August 1965 TOP SECRET
2. NPIC. , T-Shaped Buildings at Probable ABM Facilities,
Moskva Area, USSR, December 1966 (TOP SECRET
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