Western Kentucky University
is the third largest university in Kentucky. Its campus
dates from the late 1800�s, and today covers more than
400 acres in the center of Bowling Green, Kentucky. As
with most colleges, the parking of cars is of great
concern, but especially so at WKU. Major additions are
currently being made due to the growing student body and
faculty at Western Kentucky University. To help
accommodate this growth a new lot was created at the
corner of College Street and 15th Avenue.
DDS ENGINEERING,
PLLC
performed field reconnaissance, topographic
surveys and office calculations to support the
preparation of a topographic map at one-foot contours,
showing numerous spot elevations which would be
important in the design and construction of these lots.
We provided detailed vehicular movement analysis and
used that to determine the best utilization of the
parking areas. We prepared storm water runoff
calculations, site layout plans, grading and drainage
plans, erosion control plans, details and specifications
for this project.
This particular design was very challenging due to the
existing steep grade the parking lot was to be
constructed. Therefore, the layout of the parking spaces
were strategically placed to minimize the effects of
this grade on the patrons when entering and exiting
their vehicles. This was accomplished by designing the
parking lot so that the majority of the parking spaces
would lie parallel with the slope. The design of this
parking lot was successfully completed in the urgent
time frame set forth by Western Kentucky University.
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