Parks & Recreation Brochure

AMENITIES THAT CREATE COMMUNITY

PARKS & RECREATION

100

RECREATION PROJECTS

1,000

ACRES DEVELOPED

Constructing Vibrant Parks and Recreational Spaces

When embarking on this exciting journey, prioritize community engagement to understand local needs. Thoughtfully blend greenery, play areas, and seating for a harmonious balance, ensuring accessibility for all. Environmental sustainability, safety measures, and a touch of creativity will transform your vision into a cherished community hub. Let’s embark on this transformative adventure together!

Parks & Trails

Lake Atlanta Park Improvements Rogers, AR I 17 Acres

Princeton Park Phase 1B

Princeton, TX | 8 Acres

Excellence in Construction AWARD WINNER!

Ruby Grant Park

Norman, OK I 144 Acres Excellence in Construction

Gathering Place

Tulsa,

OK I 98 Acres

Other top firms said it was impossible. We asked, “When can we start?”

Stepping in when others failed.

Gathering Place was initially under contract with another construction firm. It was nearing the completion of the demolition phase and already $50 million over budget when The Kaiser Foundation contacted the Crossland team. This type of project doesn’t come along every day, and we were honored to take on the challenge.

After meeting with the Kaiser Foundation, we had a good grasp of their vision and we were positive we could improve the project’s trajectory. Our team visited top-ranked parks in the nation to assess what worked and what didn’t work. We worked hand-and-hand with the architect, Michael Van Valkenburgh, to move the project forward.

A park with plush green space, underground facilities, and details galore.

A series of park paths measuring six miles in total, two land bridges spanning Riverside Drive, and three wood timber bridges link the Gathering Place together. Plans included the construction of numerous buildings, state-of-the-art playground equipment, and acres of customized green space.

Site work was often dependent on the weather and the river’s waterline. From day one, crews were working around-the-clock to make sure the schedule stayed on track. Through the hottest and coldest days, year-round, our teams powered through to ensure the quality of this project. On any given day, between 150-500 construction staff were on the job site.

How we accomplished what some said was impossible. Crossland teams self-performed the Boathouse building concrete, the structural steel in the Lodge, and other areas across the park. We also supplemented several of the subcontractors, whose scopes included site concrete, earthwork, and landscaping. Each time we engaged our own self-performance crews, we were able to ensure the quality of the project and make up for any lost time in the schedule.

Making sure subcontractors understood the bigger vision was critical. Crossland, the owner and the architect reviewed many mockups from subcontractors before any installation was performed to ensure everything was perfect when complete. We managed nearly 100 subcontractors for the different project phases and features of the 66.5-acre project. Utilizing subcontractors previously vetted by Crossland was a calculated maneuver that simplified the management of the various project scopes.

ABC of OK, Excellence in Construction, Mega Projects over $100M, 2018

JLT Award, Build America Awards, CM-New or Renovation $100M+, 2018

AGC of OK, Build Oklahoma, Institutional $50M+, 2018

ENR Best Projects, Landscape/Urban Development, 2019

ENR Texas & Louisiana Project of the Year, 2019

Bella Vista, AR I 40 Miles

WOKA White Water Kayak Park

Watts, OK

Transforming Nature into Thrills

Blast through limestone, divert a river, and create a world-class whitewater park. Ok, sure. We can do that!

From 2020 to 2023, Crossland Construction took on the exciting and challenging task of creating The Waters of Oklahoma and Arkansas (WOKA) Whitewater Park in Watts, Oklahoma.

Thrills and Chills

WOKA is a $29.4 million, best-in-class whitewater park featuring a 1,200-foot long, 100-foot wide side channel off the Illinois River with eight drop-features for an unforgettable experience. The project, made possible through philanthropic support from the Walton Family Foundation, not only provides heart-pumping wave action for kayakers, surfers, and tubers of all skill levels but also offers a serene retreat to revel in the beauty of nature. The park’s inception traces back to 2011, and Crossland played a pivotal role from pre-construction to completion. The core tasks involved blasting through limestone, creating whitewater features, diverting the Illinois River, and performing crucial mitigation work on the Lake Frances dam.

Challenging Landscape

Navigating this challenging landscape required meticulous planning and execution. Various means, methods, and equipment were considered, influencing the feasibility of design ideas. Wildlife protection and wetland mitigation took precedence, and measures were implemented to assess and prevent potential damages caused by flooding events during construction. The exterior features, including limestone,

concrete, boulders, water, CMU, and timber framing, showcased the integration of nature and construction. The use of sculpted concrete, rubber-coated stainless steel hydraulic gates, O-Pile, blasting, lidar mapping, and rock/boulder phasing demonstrated innovation and adaptability. Repurposed materials from the whitewater course construction were ingeniously used to create a “stair-step” dam, mitigating hydraulic conditions and dangerous currents.

Working Together

Collaboration was paramount throughout the project. Crossland worked closely with the Watts, OK Police Department for security, the City of Siloam Springs, AR for dam mitigation, Adair County, OK, the Oklahoma Department of Transportation, and the Cherokee Tribe for road improvements. This meticulous collaboration resulted in a whitewater park that is a testament to teamwork and ingenuity, rivaling any in the nation and set amidst the breathtaking Ozark Mountains.

The completion of WOKA Whitewater Park was not just a construction project; it was a transformation of nature into an exhilarating recreational space.

Aquatic Centers

Fredonia Aquatic Center

Fredonia, KS | 28,000 SF

Wamego Aquatic Center

Wamego , KS | 59,250 SF

Star Trail Amenity Center

Prosper, TX | 6,000 SF

Aquarium at the Boardwalk

Branson, MO | 46,000 SF

Taking visitors on a journey under the sea

It’s not every day you see a 55-foot-tall, 42,000 lb. octopus enveloping a building. Thankfully, “Aquarius” — aptly named — is merely the gorgeous architectural entrance to the Aquarium at the Boardwalk. The latest attraction for kids and kids at heart in Branson, MO, was built from the ground up by our brilliant Crossland team. Aquarius is the highlight feature of the building, with his 10,000 stainless steel panels glistening over the entrance. At night, his interior lights up making an already traffic-stopping site even more spectacular! The impressive aquarium is home to 250 marine animal species from the U.S. coast and far-away waters of Australia.

A Complex Design

The 46,000 SF aquarium demonstrates Crossland’s expertise in intricate and complicated architectural concrete work and our adaptability to complex projects’ design changes. In addition to ongoing close coordination with the owner and design firm, our team engaged in a lengthy process to understand their vision at the project’s start. Our team was able to value-engineer the budget and timeline to meet their project goals.

An Intricate Interior

The exhibits are very interactive. A 24-foot-high kelp forest climbing structure for kids, pop-up bubbles within the tanks, and a mermaid tail photo op, to name a few. The impressive architectural rockwork and coral throughout were developed and installed by Crossland. Eight customized resinous floors identify the multiple zones throughout the building, designed to tell a story about the importance of the oceans and marine life to our planet.

Woodside Club Pool Renovation

Westwood, KS I 33,700 SF

Burlington, KS I 292,000 Gal

Pool

recreation FAcilities

Big Shots Golf

Fort Worth, TX I 37,720 SF

Norman Senior Wellness Center

Norman, OK I 30,000 SF

Bentonville Community Center

Bentonville, AR I 82,700 SF

Expo Square Projects

Tulsa, OK | 10+ Projects

Naturals Baseball Stadium

Springdale, AR | 90,000 SF

Stryker Sports Complex

Wichita, KS I 118,756 SF

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Golden Driller Plaza

Tulsa, OK I 86,500 SF

What WE Build

Industrial

Warehouse & Distribution

K-12 Education

Higher Education

Athletic Complexes

Healthcare

Office

National Accounts Retail

Multifamily Housing

Hotels

Parks & Recreation

Community Projects

Heavy Civil

Water/Wastewater Treatment Plants

and Much More!!

You name it, we’ve built it. Scan

Crossland builds across all market sectors. No matter the project size or complexity, we have the people and resources to get the job done. From entire school campuses and community parks to multi-location hotels an d medical centers, we’ve seen (and built) it all. Discover a new standard of personalized service that goes beyond construction – Building so Much More isn’t just a motto. Experience a partnership that will transcend your expect ations.

Real Builders is not just a slogan. It’s a guarantee that we will always deliver exceptional results.

How our capabilities add value to your project.

We’re known for a hands-on, boots-on-the-ground approach, and we take pride in not only managing projects but also putting work in place. Our self-perform capabilities keep us competitive and allow us to deliver quality projects, on time, and in budget. Utilizing self-perform teams is not right for every project, however our knowledge and field experience undoubtedly adds value.

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SAVES TIME AND MONEY

Having accurate costs up-front in the building process is vital to keeping your project in budget. Our field experience, combined with our long history of design-bid-build work, keeps us competitive and guarantees the best building for your construction dollar. Our trade-specific experience also allows for accurate, efficient, and dependable schedules. If a subcontractor falls behind or falls through, we can supplement with our crews, always keeping your schedule on track.

4 MILLION square feet of Concrete poured per year

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SETS QUALITY and safety STANDARDS

There are a lot of moving parts on a construction site. Having a builder who knows how to put the work in place goes a long way. We will make sure that everyone who steps foot on your project meets our quality and safety standards. Easily put, we know how to do it ourselves, and we know how to do it right - we will settle for nothing less.

2.7 MILLION square feet and 5K tons of Steel hung

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OVERCOMES CHALLENGES

We work with design firms upfront to help identify and avoid potential obstacles before construction even begins. However, undoubtedly there will be hurdles. Having a builder’s perspective when those challenges arise is important. Our team is known for making the impossible, possible. If there is a challenge - rest assured - we will tackle it!

Building so much more

Building So Much More isn’t just a slogan; it’s our commitment to deliver beyond expectations. When you choose Crossland, you’re getting so much more than a construction manager; you’re gaining a partner dedicated to guiding you through every step of the building process. This dedication to excellence isn’t just a job for us; it’s ingrained in our company. We strongly believe that fostering the right culture leads to dedicated and happy employees, who, in turn, provide exceptional service, ensuring a great building experience for our clients and partners.

REAL PEOPLE.

We believe our people are the best in the business. We’re experienced construction managers and skilled tradespeople by day, mentors, coaches, and neighbors by night. We’re proud to build the communities where we live, thrive, and volunteer.

REAL PURPOSE.

We share a deep sense of purpose and a wholehearted commitment to our customers and their unique visions. Our passion for construction is grounded in our culture and pulses through our halls. We’re driven by our core values - reputation, speed + efficiency, integrity, and quality - and the desire to make a difference.

REAL BUILDERS.

Crossland understands the advantages of digging in and getting our hands dirty. We hang more steel, pour more concrete, and move more dirt than most of our competitors. More than managers, you’ll find us in the trenches, working to drive the schedule and bring unparalleled value to our customers.

we don’t mean to brag...

To be on any of the ENR (Engineering News Record) lists is an honor - they are well-known and respected across our industry. However, we know that numbers and rankings, well, are just numbers and rankings. It’s the people behind the scenes that matter. But we

FAMILY OWNED & OPERATED

$5 BILLION COMPANY FACTS MINORITY-

call us sentimental

In loving memory of our founder, Ivan “Red Iron” Crossland, Sr.

We had a unique start, which we think explains a lot about us.

Ask any one of our 1700+ employees what our founder, Ivan Crossland, Sr., stood for—every single one would say family, honesty , and hard work. Those values are engrained in everything we do.

our story

Our story began in 1977 with our founder, the late Ivan Crossland, Sr., lovingly known as ‘Red Iron’. He started Crossland Construction out of the family garage with a wife and ten kids at home. His optimism, integrity, work ethic, and grit led him to success in every endeavor. His story became the embodiment of The American Dream, but more importantly, it continues to inspire us every day.

Today, we are humbled by our continued growth over the years. Still family-owned and operated, we have expanded to four companies, nine office locations, over 1,700 dedicated employees, and rank in the top 100 construction firms in the nation. We continue to serve under Ivan Sr.’s belief that if you dream big, remain humble, and work hardgreat things are possible.

Owners (from l to r): Bennie Crossland, Mike Crossland, Ivan Crossland, Jr., Curt Crossland, and Patrick Crossland

WHY CROSSLAND

ƒ Proven Collaboration

ƒ Self-Performance Capabilities

ƒ Timely Completion

ƒ Pre-Construction Services

ƒ Long-Term Partner

ƒ Safety is a Top Priority

ƒ Community Builders

Columbus, KS I Rogers, AR I Tulsa, OK I Kansas City, MO I Wichita, KS

Fort Worth, TX I Prosper, TX I Oklahoma City, OK I Denver, CO I Springfield, MO