Project Name: Rogue River Trail Phase II

Owner: City of Rockford, Michigan

Date Completed: Design & Permit Stage

Construction Cost: $300,000.00

Contact: Michael Young, City Manager

This project involves the development of a natural area that is nestled between residential properties and the Rogue River with the intent of preserving natural features and wildlife. Over 1,500 feet of trail will be added to the City’s trail system starting at Peppler Park/Rockford Dam and winding north along the bank of the Rogue River. The trail includes 250 feet of a 12’ wide bituminous path, 1100 feet of an 8’ wide elevated boardwalk, 180 feet of an 8’ wide at grade boardwalk and two observation platforms where fishing and site seeing can take place. The trail is designed with accessibility in mind and provides access for all to enjoy the wooded environment, natural wetlands, wildlife as well as the beautiful Rogue River.

Paradigm Design provided surveying, schematic design and layout options, horizontal and vertical alignment design, structural engineering, construction cost estimates, construction drawings and specifications. Design challenges included MDEQ Floodplain fill, regulated MDEQ wetlands and steep slopes along a majority of the trial.

Paradigm Design will provide the Owner with both Contract Administration and Construction Engineering Services. Contract Administration will include the preconstruction meeting, construction pay estimates, change orders and project close out. Construction Engineering Services will include staking, inspection at key milestones, and periodic testing.