Kaal Rock Point Connector -Feasibility Study · 2016. 4. 14. · Kaal Rock Point Connector -Feasibility Study April 13, 2016. Project Background Walkway Design Public Space Concepts

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