Kaal Rock Point Connector -Feasibility Study · 2016. 4. 14. · Kaal Rock Point Connector...
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Kaal Rock Point Connector - Feasibility Study April 13, 2016
� Project Background
� Walkway Design
� Public Space Concepts
� Questions and Answer Period
� Community Feedback Session
� Closing Remarks and Next Steps
Source: Jeff Anzevino
Source: Morris Associates – PPS
Source: Poughkeepsie Waterfront Redevelopment Strategy
Source: Jeff Anzevino
Waryas Park
Kaal Rock Point
Main Street
Source: Jeff Anzevino
Waryas Park
Kaal Rock Point
Main Street Connector
65+ Feet High
300+ Feet Long
Extends into Hudson River
Approx. 80+ Feet
Source: City of Poughkeepsie
Source: Jeff Anzevino
Waryas Park
Kaal Rock Point
Main Street Connector
Source: Morris Associates
Over Rock Approach
� Partially Feasible
� Difficult to provide an universal walkway that is accessible to all.
� Limits User Experience
Kaal Rock Point
What is the best way to construct a walkway around Kaal Rock?
Source: Morris Associates
Over Water Approach
� Feasible
� Provides an universal walkway that is accessible to all.
� Allows User to Experience both river and rock face
� Better utilizes public spaces
� Need to construct walkway over Hudson River
� Concept Level
Source: Morris Associates
Source: Morris Associates
Pros
� Low up-front costs
� Easy to construct
� Year-round use
� Simple Design
� Year-round Use
� Above Flood and Ice
� Less Permitting Issues
� Less Disturbance to River
Cons
� Seasonal Use Only
� Long-Term Costs
� Environmental Issues
� Flood / Ice Issues
� Natural Habitat Issues
� More Expensive
� Disturbance to Rock Face
Source: Morris Associates
Pros
� Low up-front costs
� Easy to construct
� Year-round use
� Simple Design
� Year-round Use
� Above Flood and Ice
� Less Permitting Issues
� Less Disturbance to River
Cons
� Seasonal Use Only
� Long-Term Costs
� Environmental Issues
� Flood / Ice Issues
� Natural Habitat Issues
� More Expensive
� Disturbance to Rock Face
Kaal Rock Point
Hudson River
Waryas Park
Kaal Rock Park
Width = 15 Feet
Railings = 3.5-4 Feet
Line of Sight
Scenic Overlook and Rest Area
Space between walkway and rock face
Pros
� No physical or visual impact to top of rock
Cons
� Permanent Disturbance to face of rock
� Visual impact from water level
� Heavier Structural System Required
Cost
� $$$$$
Pros
� Lighter Structural System Required
� Less Physical and Visual Impact to Rock Face
� Easier to Construct
� More balanced visual impact
Cons
� Permanent Physical Impact to top of rock
� Visual Impact to top of rock
Cost
� $$$$
Pros
� Less Visual Impact on southern face
� Mix of the two systems
Cons
� Asymmetric look
� Double mobilization for two systems
Cost
� $$$$$
� Efficient Structural System
� Elegant Form
� Minimal Intervention to face of rock
� Nautical Theme
Image Source: Jeff Anzevino
Goals:1. Add Shape the Waterfront Vision2. Quiet Oasis3. Maximize Views4. Inclusive5. Connectivity
Kaal Rock Image Source: Jeff Anzevino
Objectives / Themes:1. “Soft Footprint”2. Nautical Theme
Site Opportunities & Constraints
Main Street Dock
Long Street
Rip Van Winkle Tower
Constraints:1. Topography and Slopes2. Shallow depth to rock
Site Opportunities & Constraints
Design Solution – Plan View
Design Solution – Plan View
Upper
Lower
Design Solution – Plan View
Design Solution – Plan View
Design Solution – Birds Eye View
Design Solution – Birds Eye View