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Recreational

Recreational

Parks and recreation sites designed for active, everyday use

We provide civil engineering and site design for parks, athletic fields, tracks, trails, courts, and other recreation facilities. From grading and drainage to access, parking, utilities, and stormwater, we help create durable, accessible spaces that work for participants, visitors, staff, and the wider community. We serve public, educational, nonprofit, and private clients throughout Virginia.

What matters in recreation design

Recreation sites have to welcome many users, stand up to heavy use, and perform in all kinds of weather. Here's where we focus.

01

Grading and drainage that perform

Fields, tracks, courts, and trails depend on precise grading and reliable drainage. We design systems that protect surfaces, manage runoff, and help facilities recover quickly after rain.

02

Safe, accessible movement

We coordinate walkways, ADA routes, parking, drop-off areas, and emergency access so participants, visitors, and staff can move through the site safely and comfortably.

03

Built for heavy use

We plan pavements, utilities, stormwater, and supporting infrastructure for long-term performance, practical maintenance, and the demands of daily use.

Featured Recreational Projects

EMU Outdoor Track Redevelopment and Expansion

EMU Outdoor Track Redevelopment and Expansion

Redeveloping EMU’s outdoor track and enhancing stormwater management

Bridgeforth Stadium Drainage Study

Bridgeforth Stadium Drainage Study

Mitigating turf flooding, so the game can go on—even with intense rains

Edith J. Carrier Arboretum "At Home in the Woods" Family Garden

Edith J. Carrier Arboretum "At Home in the Woods" Family Garden

Designing a site plan for interactive play zones while improving accessibility and addressing erosion and stormwater control issues

East Campus Tennis Courts

East Campus Tennis Courts

Creating a safe place for the JMU tennis team to practice year-round

Hockey Field Modular Building Project

Hockey Field Modular Building Project

Delivering site design and construction support for new modular building on East Campus

Hooke House Farm River Access

Hooke House Farm River Access

Enhancing recreation while preserving natural integrity at JMU's Hooke House property

Young Children's Program Playground

Young Children's Program Playground

Creating pathways and play spaces to enhance connectivity and enjoyment

EMU Turf Field

EMU Turf Field

Expanding EMU's turf sport field for modern functionality

5K Trail Feasibility Study

5K Trail Feasibility Study

Exploring potential course routes for approximately ten race events per year

Bridgewater College Baseball Plaza Enhancements

Bridgewater College Baseball Plaza Enhancements

Creating a championship entry experience for Bridgewater Baseball

We're here to help

Reach out to our team

Planning a park, athletic facility, or trail? Let's talk about the site behind it.

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