by Toni Takacs | Apr 6, 2024
Align Southern Indiana
Trails Master Plan
HWC led the planning process for a six-county Regional Trails Master Plan in southeastern Indiana. Working with the Trails Taskforce at Align Southern Indiana, HWC reviewed existing trail networks and developed recommendations for new greenway corridors and connections within Clark, Floyd, Washington, Scott, Harrison, and Jefferson Counties. The project included public input in the form of an online survey and workshops in each county. A set of design guidelines were also established towards the end of the process to provide system-wide preferences and guidance for future design and implementation.
by Toni Takacs | Feb 15, 2024
Brown County, IN
SR 135 over Strahl Creek Bridge Rehabilitation
HWC is providing road and bridge design for this bridge rehabilitation project. The existing bridge is a three-span continuous concrete slab bridge that is in horizontal and vertical curves along SR 135 in Brown County. The structure is deteriorated, hydraulically deficient, and has scour problems. The main scope of work is a superstructure replacement with roadway improvements to tie back into the existing superelevated roadway and safety improvements to upgrade the existing guardrail. This project will also evaluate the potential of adding a fourth span to the bridge to provide the necessary hydraulic capacity. The maintenance of traffic will utilize temporary portable signals for phased construction.
by Toni Takacs | Feb 15, 2024
Martin County, IN
Bridge Inspection
HWC is currently under contract to provide complete inspection, documentation, load rating, scour assessments, asset management, and reporting of Martin County’s 44 bridges (2021-2024). Of the County’s 44 bridges, 12 bridges require fracture critical inspection, 10 require a 12 month inspection cycle, one requires an underwater inspection, and five require special inspections.
by Toni Takacs | Feb 6, 2024
Boone County, IN
Big 4 Trail Master Plan
HWC led the develop of a master plan to extend the Big 4 Trail throughout Boone County with the help of Friends of Boone County Trails organization. The trail currently exists within Zionsville, Whitestown, and between Lebanon and Thorntown. The goal of this project was to fill in missing trail segments, with specific emphasis on the segment between Whitestown and Lebanon.
The work included coordination with property owners and local stakeholders. Additionally, a trail summit was also held to gain public input on the development of the trail. The combined input helped create the overall master plan incorporating feedback from several communities.
As a result of this master plan, Boone County communities have received over $7.5 million in grant funding and installed or paved 13.8 miles of the trail.
by Toni Takacs | Feb 5, 2024
New Albany, IN
Silver Creek Landing and Walkway
HWC provided survey, design, and construction services for the new Silver Creek Landing and Walkway facilities. Historically a popular gathering spot for over 100 years, the project provides additional safety for existing area users through bank stabilization. Providing connectivity between the trailhead on Providence Way and the Ohio River Greenway near the Loop Island Wetland Park, the approximate half-mile, shared-use concrete walkway opens accessibility to the waterway for all users. Located along the existing Ohio River levee, the project provides safe access for various uses including the new kayak/canoe launch point and the overlook for Ohio River/Silver Creek scenic viewing.
Permits required included IDEM 401/USACOE 404, USACOE 408, IDNR Construction in Floodway, and IDEM CSGP.
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