Transportation Services Brochure

TRANSPORTATION

“The City appreciates the professionalism, high-level of transportation and construction knowledge and willingness to work with the public on these complex projects. The City’s experience continues to be very positive and appreciative for the ‘above and beyond’ attitude this Project Team consistently brings to our community.”

—Christina Selvek Director of Capital Projects and Grants

“This trail has been hugely popular with both residents of the City and people from surrounding areas and the City continues to receive praise on its design and construction.

This public support is in no small part due to C&S’s thoughtful design which brings people closer to Onondaga Creek.”

—Mary Robison, PE on the Syracuse Creekwalk City Engineer

“C&S has an unparalleled understanding of the federal aid process and provides the best accounting and reimbursement documents during design and construction phases of all the engineering firms the City of Auburn has worked with.”

—Bill Lupien, PE Superintendent of Engineering Services

ABOUT C&S

AN INTEGRATED TEAM OF EXPERTS For more than fifty years, C&S has

put your needs and concerns at the

the best solutions to each client. We

focused on improving the world around

forefront, focusing on client satisfaction

are as proficient at complex, diverse,

us. Our versatile group of experts work

throughout the process. The diversity

multimillion-dollar projects as we are at

as an integrated team, identifying

of our abilities is unique in our industry,

small projects involving only one trade.

and implementing well-rounded,

enabling us to support an incredible

Coordinating projects from inception

comprehensive, and resilient solutions.

range of project types and specialties.

through construction provides a

Working together, we plan, design,

We can streamline the delivery of even

continuity of service that our clients rely

construct, and maintain the built and

the most complicated multi-discipline

on. C&S uses state-of-the-art equipment,

natural environment. Our staff of over

projects by drawing on our significant in-

and the latest technologies to deliver

500 has the expertise to handle almost

house resources. Our experts collaborate

tomorrow’s solutions to you today.

any challenge. The professionals at C&S

and combine their knowledge to deliver

BRIDGES AND STRUCTURES Our C&S team of bridge experts has the experience and commitment to admin-

ister and design your next project, large or small. Our engineers and construction professionals partner with our clients to provide comprehensive approaches from concept design through completed construction. We are adept at administering the Federal and State aid requirements for our clients. Historically, our team has successfully completed several bridge projects in the span of a single year.

Annually, C&S’s bridge professionals provide administration and design services on more than $10 million of bridge projects. Projects range from minor reha-

bilitations to major replacements. Our licensed engineers are intimately familiar

with the locally administered federal aid (LAFA) process, designing between 6-8 LAFA bridge projects each year. Our experienced and creative bridge staff work effectively with local governments and major state transportation agencies and authorities. The bridge staff at C&S also has experience with rehabilitation and

replacement designs for tunnels under airport runways. Services include bridge

inspections, comprehensive bridge and transportation facilities planning, replacement and rehabilitation design, tunnel inspection and design, retaining structure design, pedestrian bridges, design-build, load ratings, diagnostic load testing, and fiber reinforced polymer (FRP) bridges.

HIGHWAYS AND STREETS From single lane rural roads to interstate highways and everything in between, C&S’s highway department performs

aspects of planning and design services, including traffic analysis, pavement design, and detailing of any infrastructure elements associated with roads—drainage, signs, pavement markings, erosion control, stormwater treatment,

guiderailing, traffic signals, lighting, retaining walls, curbing, sidewalks, landscaping, driveways, parking facilities,

fencing, barriers, railroad crossings, and utilities. We emphasize multi-modal pedestrian-friendly facilities that conform with ADAAG and PROWAG accessibility requirements, keeping with the trend toward complete streets that provide

safe passage for all users. One of our specialties is trails for non-motorized travel. We combine paved thoroughfares of all sizes with ecologically minded features that protect and sustain the environment.

TRANSPORTATION PLANNING From initial data collection and analysis to comprehensive

We offer:

responsive solutions that will serve travelers far into the

♦ Circulation studies

planning, C&S develops practical, creative, and

future. We have significant experience in all aspects of

traffic forecasting and analysis. Traffic operational analysis and simulation are performed using sophisticated

software, including Synchro/SimTraffic and VISSIM.

We even developed a unique application of VISSIM to simulate curbside drop-off and pick-up activity.

♦ Transportation corridor studies ♦ Transportation master plans ♦ Travel demand modeling

♦ Parking supply and demand management studies

♦ Bicycle and pedestrian access and mobility studies ♦ Transportation-land use studies ♦ Transportation models ♦ Traffic engineering

♦ Traffic impact analysis

Margaret Street Concept Study

♦ Public participation Existing

Simulation

TRANSPORTATION AND ACCESS STUDY This project through the Genesee Transportation Council

streets concepts providing universal accessibility. Center

Village of Perry. The goal of this study was to improve

gateway feature at its village edge. In close coordination

studied a major north-south corridor through the

connectivity, safety, efficiency, and accessibility for Center Road. Perry is branded as a recreational destination

with its close proximity to Letchworth State Park, and

the Village is looking to reinforce this brand and provide additional recreational opportunities for all users. The

future theme of Center Road will be to design a more consistent cross section while focusing on complete

Road is also an opportunity to provide an additional

with the Project Advisory Committee, C&S led creative

outreach methods to engage with village residents and

stakeholders to incorporate their vision into the project.

C&S also inventoried existing and planned conditions, focusing on most pertinent data to guide decision

making and development, and used this to identify existing needs and improvement.

MONROE COUNTY DOT LAKE ROAD PHASE II REHABILITATION PROJECT Monroe County entrusted C&S with the design of one of its largest locally funded projects in years. This $8.6 million, 2.3-mile-long project included a 2R pavement rehabilitation and full depth shoulder widening for the entire project

length. The primary goal of the project was to address the poor pavement conditions and widen the shoulders on this narrow road to improve safety and provide better access to pedestrians and bicyclists.

Key project elements included: ♦ Multiple horizontal and vertical realignments on this winding road

♦ A complete drainage system replacement to address major drainage issues throughout the corridor

♦ Significant utility coordination, including the relocation of dozens of overhead poles, watermain relocations and installation of a gas main

♦ 28 strip acquisitions along this very complicated, winding ROW

♦ Replacement of a large culvert as well as removal of an abandoned railroad bridge that constricted the roadway ♦ Development of a new trail connection as the railroad bridge carried a rail trail ♦ Complete reconfiguration of one intersection due to safety concerns

♦ Multiple retaining walls to maintain the terrain as a result of the road widening ♦ Ornamental fencing and new mailboxes to maintain the aesthetics of the area

♦ On-site traffic maintenance except for during the culvert replacement and railroad bridge removal, where detours were used with time restrictions

STEUBEN COUNTY DPW CR 119 BRIDGE REPLACEMENT OVER THE CANISTEO RIVER Few bridge projects face the number of major challenges that were encountered on this project. Between a major

railroad crossing within 100 feet of the bridge, a stream tributary directly adjacent to the southwest wingwall, and a cemetery in the northeast quadrant, the proposed design improved geometry across the bridge and through the

railroad crossing while avoiding the cemetery. Further complicating matters was the need to maintain traffic on the existing bridge during construction, as the truck detour was 30 miles long and added over an hour of travel time.

Key project elements included: ♦ Replacement of the existing two span truss bridge with a 190-foot long, 2-span continuous steel multi-girder structure ♦ The new bridge was built on an adjacent alignment, allowing for construction of the new bridge while maintaining traffic on the old bridge at all times

♦ Semi-integral abutments were used to maintain a tall hydraulic opening, while minimizing impacts to an adjacent stream tributary and railroad crossing

♦ Cast in place steel casing piles were used due to the questionable soil conditions

♦ An unbalanced span configuration was used to keep the main channel of the river flowing under span 2

♦ The new alignment required the design of a completely new railroad crossing, only 100 feet off the east end of the

bridge. Significant railroad coordination was needed to make sure the proposed design minimized impacts on the railroad, and the new geometry blended in with the railroad elevations.

♦ 300-feet of an adjacent stream tributary was relocated using a special enhanced wetland detail, with restoration including 40 new trees

♦ Improved highway geometry allowed for an increase in design speed from under 25mph to 35mph.

♦ Coordination with a major gas pipeline was needed, including modifying a crossing under the railroad

♦ All work was completed without any impacts to the adjacent cemetery, thereby eliminating 4f processing

♦ Five ROW acquisitions were needed, including one acquired through eminent domain, and two transactions with Norfolk Southern railroad, adding significant complication

CITY OF SYRACUSE ONONDAGA CREEKWALK, PHASES I & II In total, phases I and II of the Syracuse Creekwalk constitute

4.5 miles of urban trail within the City of Syracuse, paralleling

Onondaga Creek, from Onondaga Lake at the city’s northern limits, to Armory Square at the city’s core, to Kirk Park on the City’s South Side. These two phases are an additional step in

forming the spine of an interconnected network of trails that

will eventually connect the City of Syracuse with the “Loop the Lake” and Empire State trails. With the completion of Phase II in 2020, trail users are able to experience nature within

the heart of the city and have a direct and safe walking and biking route that covers fully 2/3 of the City, and has in fact

been used as a portion of the famous “Mountain Goat Run”

which is sponsored by the City each year. The Creekwalk now allows people to experience nature in the heart of the City,

with views of historic buildings, a marina and park at the Inner Harbor, a nature preserve type-setting at the lakeshore, and a greenhouse and play area at lower Onondaga Park.

RAIL C&S provides engineering, architectural, planning, and construction management services for the rail, highway, port,

and aviation industries. Since 1968, C&S’s diverse group of experts have served the needs of the railroad industry. Our professionals provide the crucial inspection and design services that freight, passenger railroads, and railroad served industry require.

♦ Develop and support railroad bridge management

♦ Construction support/construction management

♦ Fixed structure inspection services

♦ Public works projects

programs

♦ Infrastructure maintenance and renewal program planning (long and short range)

♦ Environmental assessment and remediation ♦ Rail modernization projects

♦ Industrial facility design and construction support

CONSTRUCTION INSPECTION Our construction services group is well versed in the

are filed in a paperless workspace that is accessible to

tise. Our clients include towns, cities, counties, and state

record keeping requirements that both state DOTs and

Federal Aid process and our clients rely on our exper-

government. Our experienced staff work with you starting with the pre-construction meeting, through con-

struction, to project closeout, working hand in hand to

ensure a successful project. Our daily reports, contractor payments, change orders, and submittal management

our clients. We have a strong focus on the reporting and FHWA look for, with a goal of eliminating the risk to your reimbursements. At the same time, we realize that the

construction phase is where the most money is spent in

the least amount of time, placing a priority on coordination, quality, and maintaining budgets.

LDSA MUNICIPAL SPONSORS, NYSDOT CONSTRUCTION INSPECTION TERM AGREEMENTS C&S has fostered this program by hiring the most quali-

♦ In 2021, C&S engaged on 45 separate federal and state

to provide the trust and support to successfully navigate

♦ Client testimonials that C&S provides superior services

requirements to meet the federal process. Key points that

♦ EBO specialists to handle award through final execution

♦ 49 trained inspection staff that are professionals in con-

♦ Work with contractors while being firm on scheduling

♦ Partner with our aviation group that offers additional

♦ Reputation of being fair while implementing changes

♦ Superior training program managed by safety officer

♦ Represent you, our client, through public activities in-

♦ Oversee $150 million highway and bridge construction

♦ Prepare closeout documentation that is timely and

fied staff and with continual training. We are your partner the transportation construction through the NYSDOT we bring to the construction program:

struction contracting throughout NYS inspection resources

Michael Sherlock and Tom Sanford projects annually

funded construction projects

for inspection, record keeping, and quality of contracts

and finished products when necessary

cluding meetings and websites when necessary accurate

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