Monday, February 28, 2011
Locations for Bridge Proposed by City
Redefining Research Project
I have decided to try to focus my research project a little bit.
I plan on just using the site at Thompson Rivers University for my bridge design. Im apparently not the first person to consider this as a great location for a pedestrian bridge. It turns out that the City of Kamloops has already initiated a process that will look at a bridge in this location. I plan to use some of the criterea listed by the city as part of the design process, but as a student, I obviously will not have the resources to create a complete proposal.The following is a portion of the RFP from the City of Kamloops:
Summit Drive
The 2010 Bicycle Master Plan also identified a grade separated multi-use pathway connection across Summit Drive north of McGill Road. The City requires the predesign of this connection in order to properly budget for the project as well as apply for funding from more senior levels of government.
Substantial volumes of vehicle and pedestrian traffic at the intersection of Summit Drive and McGill Road have increased delays at the intersection. Concerns for the safety of pedestrians have been brought forward to the City and Council with regard to the volume of jaywalking that occurs on Summit Drive north of McGill Road. The overpass must serve pedestrian and bicycle demand from Dalgleish Drive as well as pedestrian demand from the sidewalk along McGill Road. There are potential property and right-of-way limitations that need to be addressed. The project may require options, depending upon the City's ability to acquire right-of-way. Further details on the Summit Drive overpass can be found in Appendix "C" of the City's Bicycle Master Plan.
As with the Peterson Creek Multi-Use path, there are many potential alignments for
this connection. Again, the City requires at least three alignments to be identified.
For each alignment, the successful proponent will prepare a summary of high-level
issues and order-of-magnitude costs. Suggested alignments are shown in Appendix
"C". Each option shall identify the proportion of use for bicycle and pedestrian traffic
as well as typical daily volume when Thompson Rivers University is in session. It is
expected that the proponent's submission will include a detailed methodology to
determine these volumes; mode share will influence the design and location of the
overpass. Using this information, a preferred option will be recommended. Then,
after approval from the City, the successful proponent will undertake the predesign
of the preferred option. A recommendation on treatment of pedestrians at the
intersection of McGill Road and Summit Drive is also required (i.e. impacts of closing
the north crosswalk at this intersection).
C:\Documents and Settings\Jdickenson\My Documents\GroupWise\P26-10 Summit Peterson Creek.docx
The predesign shall:
• Provide a Class C estimate;
• Include plan and profile, cross-section, and structural drawings (prepared by
a qualified structural engineer) to properly develop the Class C cost estimate;
• Identify phasing options to provide flexibility in the funding and construction
of the project (cost estimates required for each phase);
• Address geotechnical conditions;
• Include the design of all required pathway connections to the proposed
structure;
• Identify all necessary environmental permits and propose solutions to any
foreseen issues;
• Address lighting and power source requirements;
• Identify utility conflicts and propose solutions; and
• Address existing drainage issues directly related to the overpass project (a
complete drainage analysis is not required).
C:\Documents and Settings\Jdickenson\My Documents\GroupWise\P26-10 Summit Peterson Creek.docx
City of Kamloops (2010). Request For Proposal Number RFP: P 26-10. Retrieved on Feb. 28, 2011 from: http://www.kamloops.ca/purchasing/pdfs/2010/p26.pdf
I plan on just using the site at Thompson Rivers University for my bridge design. Im apparently not the first person to consider this as a great location for a pedestrian bridge. It turns out that the City of Kamloops has already initiated a process that will look at a bridge in this location. I plan to use some of the criterea listed by the city as part of the design process, but as a student, I obviously will not have the resources to create a complete proposal.The following is a portion of the RFP from the City of Kamloops:
Summit Drive
The 2010 Bicycle Master Plan also identified a grade separated multi-use pathway connection across Summit Drive north of McGill Road. The City requires the predesign of this connection in order to properly budget for the project as well as apply for funding from more senior levels of government.
Substantial volumes of vehicle and pedestrian traffic at the intersection of Summit Drive and McGill Road have increased delays at the intersection. Concerns for the safety of pedestrians have been brought forward to the City and Council with regard to the volume of jaywalking that occurs on Summit Drive north of McGill Road. The overpass must serve pedestrian and bicycle demand from Dalgleish Drive as well as pedestrian demand from the sidewalk along McGill Road. There are potential property and right-of-way limitations that need to be addressed. The project may require options, depending upon the City's ability to acquire right-of-way. Further details on the Summit Drive overpass can be found in Appendix "C" of the City's Bicycle Master Plan.
As with the Peterson Creek Multi-Use path, there are many potential alignments for
this connection. Again, the City requires at least three alignments to be identified.
For each alignment, the successful proponent will prepare a summary of high-level
issues and order-of-magnitude costs. Suggested alignments are shown in Appendix
"C". Each option shall identify the proportion of use for bicycle and pedestrian traffic
as well as typical daily volume when Thompson Rivers University is in session. It is
expected that the proponent's submission will include a detailed methodology to
determine these volumes; mode share will influence the design and location of the
overpass. Using this information, a preferred option will be recommended. Then,
after approval from the City, the successful proponent will undertake the predesign
of the preferred option. A recommendation on treatment of pedestrians at the
intersection of McGill Road and Summit Drive is also required (i.e. impacts of closing
the north crosswalk at this intersection).
C:\Documents and Settings\Jdickenson\My Documents\GroupWise\P26-10 Summit Peterson Creek.docx
The predesign shall:
• Provide a Class C estimate;
• Include plan and profile, cross-section, and structural drawings (prepared by
a qualified structural engineer) to properly develop the Class C cost estimate;
• Identify phasing options to provide flexibility in the funding and construction
of the project (cost estimates required for each phase);
• Address geotechnical conditions;
• Include the design of all required pathway connections to the proposed
structure;
• Identify all necessary environmental permits and propose solutions to any
foreseen issues;
• Address lighting and power source requirements;
• Identify utility conflicts and propose solutions; and
• Address existing drainage issues directly related to the overpass project (a
complete drainage analysis is not required).
C:\Documents and Settings\Jdickenson\My Documents\GroupWise\P26-10 Summit Peterson Creek.docx
City of Kamloops (2010). Request For Proposal Number RFP: P 26-10. Retrieved on Feb. 28, 2011 from: http://www.kamloops.ca/purchasing/pdfs/2010/p26.pdf
Saturday, February 5, 2011
References
References Cited-
Phiri. M., (1999) Information Technology in Construction Design. Retrieved on Jan.30 2011 from http://books.google.ca/books?id=zn6uLnZEvAUC&pg=PA163&dq=footbridge+construction&hl=en&ei=btlFTd_xEob4swOyltSJCg&sa=X&oi=book_result&ct=result&resnum=10&ved=0CGYQ6AEwCQ#v=onepage&q=footbridge%20construction&f=false
City of Edmonton, (2011)Fort Edmonton Footbridge Project. Retrieved on Jan.30 2011 from http://www.edmonton.ca/attractions_recreation/parks_rivervalley/fort-edmonton-footbridge-project.aspx
Laroque. P., (2007) Design of a Low Cost Bamboo Footbridge. Retrieved on Jan.30 2011 from http://dspace.mit.edu/bitstream/handle/1721.1/39270/170931831.pdf?sequence=1
Mahmoud. K., (2007) Innovations in Bridge Engineering Technology. Retrieved on Jan.30 2011 from http://books.google.ca/books?id=zsTAyFeYEccC&pg=PA78&dq=cable+supported+footbridge+analysis&hl=en&ei=auNFTZ1YjaKxA_njhfsK&sa=X&oi=book_result&ct=result&resnum=1&ved=0CDoQ6AEwAA#v=onepage&q=cable%20supported%20footbridge%20analysis&f=false
(Author Unknown), (2000) Details in Architecture, Creative Detailing By Some of the Worlds Leading Architects. Retrieved on Jan.30 2011 from http://books.google.ca/books?id=0Y7Hr8-wSMUC&pg=PA82&dq=footbridge+construction+japan&hl=en&ei=4-JFTdngNIO2sAOKnI2pCg&sa=X&oi=book_result&ct=result&resnum=2&ved=0CEIQ6AEwATgU#v=onepage&q=footbridge%20construction%20japan&f=false
First Post- Research Proposal
ARET 2220 Applied Research Report Jeremy Cox
Assignment #1 – Research Proposal
Pedestrian Bridge
Summary- I intend to investigate the need for, practicality, design possibilities and costs associated with the construction of a new pedestrian bridge at two specific sites in Kamloops, BC.
Purpose- The purpose of this investigation will be to understand the process involved with the research and design of public amenities. I would also propose an important piece of infrastructure to the City of Kamloops that could decrease traffic congestion and increase use of public spaces. This project also has the potential to increase a sense of community and reduce the risk of injury or death to Kamloops residents.
The intent of my project is to propose:
1) Site A- A pedestrian bridge from the Thompson Rivers University campus over Summit Drive to Dalgleish Drive. I would like to discover whether a pedestrian bridge would make it more convenient for students and other users of the university to walk rather than drive to the campus. I would also learn if a pedestrian bridge had the potential help to eliminate illegal crossings of Summit Drive as well as reduce vehicle congestion at the intersection of Summit Drive and McGill Road.
2) Site B- A pedestrian bridge from Lansdowne Shopping Centre around 6th Ave over the railway tracks to Lorne Street and 6th Ave. I would investigate whether a second pedestrian bridge to the Interior Savings Centre, Riverside Park and the residences on the north side of the railway will increase opportunities for recreation at the park and also increase business opportunities for Lansdowne Shopping Centre and the businesses north of the railway tracks. I would also determine if the pedestrian bridge would increase participation in other physical activities by allowing easier access to the parks and other recreational activities north of the railway tracks.
Objective- As a result of researching these sites, my intended objective is to study the types and designs of pedestrian bridges that have been constructed. I intend to look at the different shapes, materials and construction methods used to build various footbridges. I also intend to design a concept for a bridge for one of these two locations. The bridge design will need to account for the heavy use of the area(s) that the bridge will span. Accordingly, the bridge will need to be designed and constructed with minimal interruption to the activities occurring at the site(s). I intend to learn about the materials, methods and designs of pedestrian bridges that could span these crossings without structural supports in the centre that could potentially interrupt the activities below. Using the information gathered I would design a concept for a bridge that could be proposed to the City of Kamloops and/or the university for construction.
Methodology- I intend to gather results about the need for a bridge by way of a written survey and also through interviewing users of the existing pedestrian overpass and potential users of new overpasses. There may also be an opportunity to interview City of Kamloops town planners or other representatives to discuss long term plans to relieve congestion and increase use of the specific sites.
The possible methods of construction will be learned through the study of existing projects with similar criteria and scale. I will also research the amount of space required on either side of the bridge for landings, access, trails and green space. I would like to build several scale models to further understand the design and test the load bearing capacities.
The design process will incorporate knowledge and skills learned from participation in the ARET program at Thompson Rivers University. I will also expand on my abilities through the design of a category of structure that I have not previously studied.
Previous Studies of Footbridges and Technologies
· The Royal Victoria Dockbridge, London- Cable construction (Phiri, 1999)
· Fort Edmonton Footbridge, Edmonton (City of Edmonton, 2011)
· Design of a Low Cost Bamboo Footbridge (Laroque, 2007)
· Footbridge Design and Engineering (Mahmoud, 2007)
· Details in architecture (Author Unknown, 2000)
Contribution of the Project- I conceived this project by seeing a need and having an interest in the design of bridges. My role in implementing this project will be to do the research of existing precedent bridges, conduct the surveys and design a concept.
As a student of architectural and engineering technology, the project will contribute to my own academic goals and objectives by expanding my knowledge and understanding of structural and design principles, methodologies and materials. I will gain a wider understanding and appreciation of the data required in order to design a footbridge for a specific site. The information gathered could also be used for other projects (my own, the city’s or the university’s) in the future.
The City of Kamloops may benefit from the research if an acceptable concept is designed and the city decides to proceed using some or all of the information retrieved. The university students may also benefit if a safer method of arriving at the university is implemented.
References Cited-
Phiri. M., (1999) Information Technology in Construction Design. Retrieved on Jan.30 2011 from http://books.google.ca/books?id=zn6uLnZEvAUC&pg=PA163&dq=footbridge+construction&hl=en&ei=btlFTd_xEob4swOyltSJCg&sa=X&oi=book_result&ct=result&resnum=10&ved=0CGYQ6AEwCQ#v=onepage&q=footbridge%20construction&f=false
City of Edmonton, (2011)Fort Edmonton Footbridge Project. Retrieved on Jan.30 2011 from http://www.edmonton.ca/attractions_recreation/parks_rivervalley/fort-edmonton-footbridge-project.aspx
Laroque. P., (2007) Design of a Low Cost Bamboo Footbridge. Retrieved on Jan.30 2011 from http://dspace.mit.edu/bitstream/handle/1721.1/39270/170931831.pdf?sequence=1
Mahmoud. K., (2007) Innovations in Bridge Engineering Technology. Retrieved on Jan.30 2011 from http://books.google.ca/books?id=zsTAyFeYEccC&pg=PA78&dq=cable+supported+footbridge+analysis&hl=en&ei=auNFTZ1YjaKxA_njhfsK&sa=X&oi=book_result&ct=result&resnum=1&ved=0CDoQ6AEwAA#v=onepage&q=cable%20supported%20footbridge%20analysis&f=false
(Author Unknown), (2000) Details in Architecture, Creative Detailing By Some of the Worlds Leading Architects. Retrieved on Jan.30 2011 from http://books.google.ca/books?id=0Y7Hr8-wSMUC&pg=PA82&dq=footbridge+construction+japan&hl=en&ei=4-JFTdngNIO2sAOKnI2pCg&sa=X&oi=book_result&ct=result&resnum=2&ved=0CEIQ6AEwATgU#v=onepage&q=footbridge%20construction%20japan&f=false
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