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NYC Parks Fort Independence Playground Reconstruction

Bronx, New York

Project Overview

MFS Engineers & Surveyors provided site/civil and geotechnical engineering services in support of the Fort Independence Playground Reconstruction project in the Bronx, New York for NYC Parks. The park, last reconstructed over 20 years ago, required a comprehensive upgrade to include new play equipment, safety surfacing, spray shower, seating areas, security lighting, fencing, pavement and sidewalk improvements to meet ADA compliance, curbs, and landscaping, along with water and sewer system upgrades.

Bronx, New York

Project Details

The MFS site/civil engineering team developed design plans for site grading, stormwater drainage, utility layouts, erosion and sediment control, and site improvements in accordance with NYCDPR and NYCDEP standards. The team prepared detailed design submissions at 50%, 80%, and final phases, incorporating client and agency feedback to produce signed and sealed construction documents for bidding. MFS coordinated with NYC agencies for permitting, including NYCDOB Earthwork Filing, NYCDOT Sidewalk and Curb Applications, and NYCDEP submissions for stormwater management and site connection proposals. Additionally, MFS prepared a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) to ensure compliance with NYCDEP’s Unified Stormwater Rules. During construction, MFS provided administration support, including submittal review, RFIs, construction sketches, and SWPPP inspections.

The MFS geotechnical engineering team performed a detailed subsurface investigation to support the design and construction phases. The scope included pre-mobilization literature review, development of a subsurface investigation plan, and coordination with stakeholders for boring locations. Field operations involved advancing up to five geotechnical borings and conducting permeability tests at two locations, each drilled to depths of approximately 15 feet or refusal. On-site oversight ensured accurate logging of subsurface conditions, soil classifications per USCS and NYCBC standards, and groundwater observations. Laboratory testing followed to determine soil characteristics through moisture content, sieve analyses, and hydrometer analysis. MFS compiled the data into a comprehensive Scope Summary Memorandum, including boring logs, permeability results, and geotechnical recommendations for the project team.

Stats

  • Owner:
    NYC Parks

Services Provided

  • MFS provides professional geotechnical engineering services including geotechnical investigation and subsurface exploration, soil engineering services, and permeability testing.
  • Our land development civil engineers help the client to manage the permitting process at all levels. Our site development approach simplifies the numerous moving parts, combining our in-house expertise from start to completion, including conceptual planning, landfill design, & stormwater management.