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Sullivan County Bridge Inspection

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Sullivan County Bridge Inspection Our team of certified bridge inspectors performed on-site inspections of the County’s 175 structures, which included 7 fracture critical structures. These bridges were inspected in bi-annual cycles, with 10 of the bridges requiring additional inspections on an annual basis. Our team ensured the structures were in safe condition, and all safety features such as load posting signs, guardrails and deck railings were installed properly.

The Parklands of Jasper

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The Parklands of Jasper Jasper, Indiana Designing structural supports to complement the landscape Challenge: The client needed a structural engineer to compliment the architectural design for the bridge abutments. These needed to support a very large pedestrian bridge and maintain an aesthetic look that matched the rest of the park. Solution: RQAW | DCCM engineers analyzed the bridge loads and topographic features of the park to design the deep foundation abutments, wingwalls and geometric layout for the new pedestrian bridge nestled over two water cascades that flow into a natural pond and surrounding wetland area. Our designers incorporated aesthetic features into the concrete abutments to blend the large pedestrian bridge seamlessly into the park environment. RQAW | DCCM’s environmental team performed permitting, wetland delineation, coordination with the USACE and IDEM for stream/wetland impacts and mitigation, wetland mitigation design, completed a “waters of the US”/wetland delineation report and mitigation, and are providing an ongoing wetland mitigation monitoring. Cost $800,000 Award Environmental Stewardship Award Completed 2018

Fall Creek Trails

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Fall Creek Trails Fishers, Indiana Fall Creek Woods Natural Area consists of an 80-acre property boasting amenities such as hiking and wildlife viewing. With over 3.2 miles of trails, this newly designed project is perfect for a scenic hike. RQAW | DCCM designed this project which consisted of a 40 and 80-foot pedestrian bridge over the wooded ravines, and a 600-foot switchback that connects the trails within the park. In total, more than 150 helical piers were bored into the ravine to hold the structure together. Award ACEC Sate Finalist Award Completed 2023 Size 1,500 Linear Feet

West Terre Haute Trail

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West Terre Haute Trail Terre Haute, Indiana Connecting the community, protecting the environment Challenge: Prior to construction, pedestrians were forced to walk along the busy and narrow US 150 shoulder alongside traffic or behind the guardrail adjacent to the steep side slope, creating a dangerous and restricted walking path. Due to the Wabashiki Fish and Wildlife Area, it was also crucial that all designs were suitable for nearby marsh bird species, endangered plants, pollinators, and turtles. Solution: RQAW | DCCM worked with the town to design an economical and sustainable one-mile-long trail and pedestrian bridge that promotes a safer alternative route for pedestrians traveling through the corridor while minimizing disruptions to the community, flora, and fauna. To protect the area’s wildlife, RQAW | DCCM’s environmental experts installed culverts under the road and trail and an exclusion fence to reduce the number of turtle-vehicle collisions while alternating construction to prevent disturbances to endangered species within the area. Cost $6.6M Completed 2021 Award ACEC State Finalist

RQAW | DCCM Headquarters

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RQAW | DCCM Headquarters Fishers, Indiana Flexible design to meet the needs of a growing business Challenge: RQAW | DCCM had experienced substantial company growth, and they wanted a fast-tracked schedule as their current space was no longer sufficient. They needed a space with an atmosphere that would inspire ingenuity and innovation in a collaborative environment for their talented professionals. Solution: The 35,000-sf, 3-story building provided additional space for a growing architecture and engineering firm and assisted the City of Fishers in its economic development (IEDC). RQAW | DCCM performed all architectural design and site/civil engineering as well as oversaw MEP and structural engineering for the $10M project, and assisted with bidding and construction administration as well. BW Development served as the developer and provided financing, and BW Construction was the construction advisor for the project.  Cost $10M Completed 2019 Size 35,000 SF

Vincennes University French Quarter

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Vincennes University French Quarter Vincennes, Indiana Inspired by history, designed for modern students Challenge: This project required a number of creative solutions including how to layout a large student housing development across several blocks in a way that captures the French quarter character and blends into the existing historic district, and how to develop traditional features on the site to create a sense of “Place” for the project and frame the project as a gateway for the University. Solution: The property was designed with plazas, greenspaces, and activity nodes. A gateway plaza located at the intersection of Hart Street and 2nd Street to welcome students and visitors onto the campus. The gateway plaza also directs pedestrians onto the property to a courtyard highlighting the Schultz and Yocum Residence, commonly known as the Clay Tile House, and guiding them farther on to the William Henry Harrison Presidential Mansion and future Visitors Center. Additional plazas were designed at the intersection of 1st Street and Hart Street to activate the Riverwalk trail as well as allow the university and the downtown City of Vincennes to merge together in unity. RQAW | DCCM completed the architectural design, civil, and coordinated the mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and structural engineering. Phase I of the $15 million project was completed in August 2020 and Phase II is scheduled for August 2021. Cost $16.6M Completed 2021 Size 292,206 SF

UFC Gym

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UFC Gym The UFC Gym is the ultimate MMA-inspired fitness facility, training their members like they would train MMA athletes. This $1.2M, 20,000-sf facility of­fers a variety of amenities and knowledge which includes an oxygen deprivation system, turf, recovery room, heated fitness room, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu room, spa area, and locker rooms with saunas. RQAW | DCCM and BW Construction partnered on this project, creating the first UFC Gym in Indiana and Midwest area. The owners plan to open four more UFC Gyms around the Indy area over the next four years.

SouthPointe Village Apartments

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SouthPointe Village​ Apartments Fishers, Indiana Accessible and affordable living, with modern amenities Challenge: Architecture had to take into consideration a number of factors, including building code and Nickel Plate District design standards. Solution: RealAmerica, LLC contracted RQAW | DCCM as architect, structural, and civil engineer to develop a 9% low-income housing property for the bustling community of Fishers, Indiana. RQAW | DCCM was responsible for coordinating with federal tax credit agency IHCDA, building code, and the Nickel Plate District design standards. This 4-story interior conditioned corridor building is lined with 70 one- and two-bedroom units and boasts generous amenities like a dog washing station, bike storage, exercise room, craft room, toddler rooms, and Janus Day Services. In total, a construction set was achieved over 16 weeks on this 2.3-acre site for the cost of $14M. Cost $14M Completed 2021 Size 70 one- and two-bedroom units; 2.3-acre site

Monon Crossing Apartments

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Monon Crossing Apartments New Albany, Indiana Coordinated design and engineering for modern, affordable living Challenge: RQAW | DCCM was hired to advance an application package, approved for tax credit funding through Indiana Housing & Community Development Authority (IHCDA), from schematic design through permitting and construction. Solution: The Monon Crossing Apartments in New Albany, Indiana boast a total of 240 units across 12 buildings on a 16-acre site.  Within this $25M project RQAW | DCCM has been responsible for developing permit drawings for three residential building types, one freestanding clubhouse, one pool house, four garage types, and site amenities over 12 weeks.  And we oversee the Construction progress during monthly site observations to verify the design intent is being met. We are accountable for providing Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, and Low Voltage services in-house and managing a third-party Structural Engineering. Cost $25M Completed 2022 Size 228 one- to four-bedroom apartments over 16 acres

Lone Tree Road Widening

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Lone Tree Road Widening Westfield, Indiana Implementing vehicle and pedestrian safety improvements for busy corridor Challenge: The existing travel lanes were narrow, and this county road was originally constructed along the section line and not necessarily to any design standard. This road has developed into the hospital corridor over time with expanding businesses. The lack of shoulders presented a safety hazard with the increased traffic and the constant flow of emergency vehicles entering and exiting the Greene County Hospital. This original road was also constructed along the ground contours and has been reconstructed with added storm sewers to eliminate subgrade and groundwater problems. Solution: This project begins at the intersection with SR 54 and extends north 0.5 miles. As part of the project, the lanes were widened, a center turn-lane was added, and borders comprised of curb and gutter, grass buffers, and sidewalks were created. A portion of this project is two asphalt travel lanes with paved shoulders and roadside ditches. The improvements were constructed along an improved vertical profile to provide adequate stopping sight distance. The project is located within a hospital and medical corridor with multiple existing utilities that needed relocation. The addition of the center turn-lane and sidewalks will increase the overall safety for both vehicles and pedestrians within the hospital corridor. The project was completed in October 2019. Cost $2.58M Completed 2019

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