Brown County SR 135 over Strahl Creek Bridge RehabilitationBrown County

Brown County SR 135 over Strahl Creek Bridge RehabilitationBrown County

by | 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 3-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 4th span to the bridge to provide the necessary hydraulic capacity. The maintenance of traffic will utilize temporary portable signals for phased construction. 
Transportation

Martin County Bridge Inspection

Martin County Bridge Inspection

by | 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.

 

Transportation

New Albany Silver Creek Trail + Kayak Launch

New Albany Silver Creek Trail + Kayak Launch

by | 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.

Landscape architecture

White County Bridge #95 Rehabilitation

White County Bridge #95 Rehabilitation

by | Mar 20, 2023

White County, IN

Bridge #95 Rehabilitation

This bridge rehabilitation project included the design of new semi-integral end bents, pier modifications, new structural steel beams, a concrete deck, a horizontal curve, and a super elevated roadway. This project was designed in a manner to avoid impacts to archaeological Native American sites. Right-of-way for one parcel was included in the project. The roadway embankments were widened and armored with riprap to protect against Lake Shafer wave action. Overall, this project improved all condition ratings for the bridge, geometric standards, and safety features. 

2023 Engineering Excellence Award – State Finalist

Transportation

Salem Market Street

Salem Market Street

by | Jan 18, 2023

Salem, IN

Market Street Rehabilitation

HWC worked with the City of Salem to provide survey, design, permitting, and construction administration services for the Market Street Rehabilitation project.

Pavement width was decreased to provide two 12’ travel lanes, two 8’ parking lanes, 7’ sodded buffers behind the curb, and 5’ sidewalks. The project improved drainage issues and pedestrian/ADA safety.

Project improvements included a mill and overlay of the roadway, a new storm drainage collection system, new sidewalks, bump outs and ADA ramps, installation of new curbs and gutters, new signage and pavement markings, and a sodded buffer strip.

The $655,000 project was funded through the Community Crossings Matching Grant Program (CCMG). Construction began in June of 2018. The section west of Brock Creek was completed in October of 2018, while the section east of Brock Creek was completed in August of 2019.

Transportation