WAYFINDING STRATEGY
SPRING 2026
ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
CITY OF WESTERVILLE
CITY COUNCIL:
Megan Czako, Council Chair
Aaron Glasgow, Vice-Chair
David Grimes, Mayor
Kelley Stocker, Vice-Mayor
Daniela Beckett, Member
Jeff Washburn, Member
Kenneth L. Wright, Member
STAFF:
Monica Dupee, City Manager
Jason Bechtold, Assistant City Manager
Christa Dickey, Chief of Staff
Hillary Bates, Community Affairs Director
J.R. Fourqurean, Parks and Recreation Director
Laura Ball, PLA, ASLA, Parks and Facilities Development Administrator
David Elfland, Planning and Development Department Director
Nate Lang, PE, City Engineer
Jeff Kessler, Project Manager
Elise Scheillin, Planning Manager
Jeff Buehler, Planner
DESIGNING LOCAL, PROJECT LEAD
Matt Leasure, PLA, AICP, LEED AP, CPRP, Landscape Architect & Urban Planner
Joe Johnson, PLA, ASLA, Landscape Architect
Jaime Schmotzer, Urban Designer
Gabrielle Smith, Urban Planner
SPECIAL THANKS TO:
Urban Decision Group, Trail Infrastructure & Demographic Analysis
Rick Stein, AICP, Principal & Owner
Tyler Spears, Senior Consultant
93 | Hoff Woods Trail - Enlargement 6
94 | Huber Village Connector Trail - Overview
95 | Huber Village Connector Trail - Enlargement 1
Figure 96 | Huber Village Connector Trail - Enlargement 2
Figure 98 | North Spring Road Trail - Enlargement 1
Figure 99 | North Spring Road Trail - Enlargement 2
Figure 100 | North Spring Road Trail - Enlargement 3
Figure 101 | Ohio to Erie Trail - Overview
Figure 102 | Ohio to Erie Trail - Enlargement 1
Figure 103 | Ohio to Erie Trail - Enlargement 2
Figure 104 | Ohio to Erie Trail - Enlargement 3
Figure 105 | Ohio to Erie Trail - Enlargement 4
Figure 106 | Ohio to Erie Trail - Enlargement 5
Figure 107 | Ohio to Erie Trail - Enlargement 6
Figure 108 | Ohio to Erie Trail - Enlargement 7
Figure 109 | Ohio to Erie Trail - Enlargement 8
Figure 110 | Ohio to Erie Trail - Enlargement 9
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PROCESS SUMMARY
SOURCE: CITY OF WESTERVILLE
SUMMARY
INTRODUCTION
This plan is part of an initiative to strengthen wayfinding throughout the City of Westerville’s trail network. It builds upon Urban Decision Group’s (UDG) Westerville Trails Audit, which surveyed trail amenities and existing signs along 19 Westerville trails, including both Trails of Regional Significance and local collector, connector, and community trails. As part of the survey, UDG identified confusing places and those where nearby assets were not highlighted. Additionally, UDG documented demographic data for 20-minute walksheds at key places along the trails. The complete UDG Westerville Trails Audit can be found in this plan’s Appendix.
TRAIL WAYFINDING CONTEXT
The primary goal of this wayfinding strategy is ensuring that trail users — both Westerville residents and out-of-town visitors — can comfortably and confidently navigate the system and easily access local Westerville amenities. This should allow riders to clearly identify which trail they are following and what local features they can explore.
Because there are several regional trails throughout the City of Westerville, its trails must follow the regional standard and contribute to a cohesive system. The Central Ohio Greenways (COG) Wayfinding Strategy Guide is therefore referenced to
The Ideal Trail User EXPERIENCE
The trail user is delighted by a punctuating experience on or near the trail, which may pertain to the art, history, culture, performance, or other unique aspect of a place.
The trail user is enticed off-trail to partake of local assets and amenities, assured of their ability to find their way back to the trail when they’re done.
The trail user is oriented to where they are and where they’re going, and confident they can get their basic needs met at any time.
User Experience Framework from the COG Wayfinding Strategy Guide
support the creation of this plan. This guide provides recommendations for expanding wayfinding in the Central Ohio Region to include a robust system of maps and signs, as well as non-traditional components such as placemaking and public art.
While maps and signage are vital to establish clear and navigable trails, placemaking elements that connect to a community’s unique identity offer trail users a memorable and engaging experience. Innovative and artistic features can become
iconic landmarks that draw visitors and provide navigational cues.
The map below highlights the 13 creative elements that exist along the Central Ohio portion of the Ohio To Erie Trail. Westerville has the opportunity to continue adding to this collection. Chapter 5 of this plan includes a demonstration site showing how public art and placemaking efforts can draw attention to the trail system and create interactive destinations throughout the City of Westerville and Central Ohio.
There are 13 sites with creative elements along this segment of the Ohio to Erie Trail — murals, sculptures, creative bike racks, historic structures, and community art projects. Long stretches of trail, however, feature no creative elements at all.
London Bike Racks
London Community Mural
Columbus Rock Snake
Create Your Own Path Mural
High point on the Heart of Ohio Trail Monument
Kokosing Gap Trail Railroad I Heart KGT Sign
Red Metal Sculptures
Columbus State Metal Sculpture
Camp Chase Bike Trail Mural Movin’ & Groovin’ Mural
Map of Creative Elements along the Ohio to Erie Trail from the COG Wayfinding Strategy Guide
THE PROCESS
The project began with an analysis of Westerville’s existing trail system. Identification of local destinations, trail access points, and trailhead amenities helped establish a list of assets to be featured on the wayfinding signage. These assets include:
• Key amenities for trail users
» Restrooms, shelters, seating areas, water fountains, emergency information
• Business districts / commercial resources
» Lodging
» General access to food
» Bike shops / relevant retail
• Local landmarks / points of interest
» Historic sites
» Public art
» Environmental features (wetlands, forest, etc.)
• Access points
» Where to get on or off of the trail
» Trailheads
After determining which amenities should be highlighted, sign design guidelines were developed. The guidelines provide recommendations for updating the existing Westerville sign package, and are informed by the COG Wayfinding Strategy Guide. While there are slight variations to distinguish between the local and regional trails, the intent of the guidelines is to produce a cohesive system that can be understood within both Westerville and the broader Central Ohio region.
The proposed sign types were carefully considered to serve a necessary function within the wayfinding system. Additionally, typologies were developed to articulate the recommended placement of each sign type. A complete collection of proposed signs can be found in the Sign Type Chart on page 28. Maps of each trail were developed to demonstrate recommended sign placement locations.
A schedule of proposed signs is provided as a way to estimate the cost of implementing the complete wayfinding signage system.
GATEWAY
SITE DESIGN
This demonstration site design presents an example of what placemaking along the Ohio to Erie Trail could look like. The site is located along a portion of trail that can be confusing to navigate. The design transforms Electric Mini Park into a bright and welcoming plaza, incorporating public art as a method of wayfinding.
Several conceptual renderings are presented, along with a preliminary plant palette. Public art, specialty paving, unique seating, and enhanced plantings work together to create a space that simultaneously emphasizes the trail and invites community socialization.
CONNECTION
Demonstration Site Design Plan Diagram
Demonstration Site Design Conceptual Renderings
SITE ANALYSIS
SOURCE: CITY OF
WESTERVILLE
LOCAL DESTINATIONS
This map highlights destinations and commercial areas in Westerville, as well as areas that are ideal for future development The existing trail network is included to show proximity and access to these destinations from the trail system
Uptown
West Main Street
Cooper & Schrock
Brooksedge
Otterbein University
Sharon Woods Metro Park
Figure 1 | Local Destinations
Alum Creek Trail
Big Walnut Trail
Ohio to Erie Trail
Collector, Connector, or Community Trails
Leisure Paths
Commercial Areas and Destinations
Strategic Development Locations
Reservoir
EXISTING TRAIL SYSTEM
The Westerville trail system is oriented around three regional trails: the Alum Creek Trail, the Big Walnut Trail, and the Ohio to Erie Trail The Westerville system also features a network of collector, connector, and community trails, and leisure paths
Figure 2 | Existing Trail System
TRAILS:
Alum Creek Trail
Big Walnut Trail
Ohio to Erie Trail
Collector, Connector, or Community Trails
Leisure Paths
0 1,250’ 2,500’ 1IN= 2,500FT N
ACCESS TO TRAILS
This map highlights access points along Westerville’s regional, connector, collector, and community trails The map also shows the 5- and 10-minute walking boundaries around each of these points. A significant portion of the city is within a 10-minute walk of a trail access point
Figure 3 | Access to Trails
TRAILS:
Alum Creek Trail
Big Walnut Trail
Ohio to Erie Trail
Collector, Connector, or Community Trails
Leisure Paths
5 Minute Walkshed
10 Minute Walkshed
Trail Access Point
0 1,250’ 2,500’ 1IN= 2,500FT N
ACCESS TO TRAILHEAD AMENITIES
This map documents the amenities available at each trailhead within the City of Westerville . All trailheads have access to streets and roadways . Basic trailheads have parking; Enhanced trailheads have parking and restrooms; and Premier trailheads have parking, restrooms, and shelters . Several trailheads in Westerville have been identified as Gateways of Regional Significance, or major destinations, within the Central Ohio Greenways system
FEATURE REQUIREMENTS ACCESS POINTS
Access to Streets & Roadways
Parking
Restrooms
Shelter(s)
TRAILHEAD LEVELS
GATEWAYS OF REGIONAL SIGNIFICANCE BASIC ENHANCED PREMIER
Figure 4 | Access to Trailhead Amenities
0 1,250’ 2,500’ 1IN= 2,500FT N
SIGN DESIGN GUIDELINES
SOURCE:
CITY OF WESTERVILLE
SIGN DESIGN GUIDELINES
GRAPHICS
Colors
• City of Westerville Green is to be the primary sign color.
• Secondary colors should be white or light grey.
• Accent colors depend on the location or amenities at a destination.
» The local sign package will predominantly use Westerville Gold as an accent color.
» Regional trails should use the assigned color described in the COG Wayfinding Strategy Guide as an accent color.
Typeface
The Frutiger Font family improves cohesion between regional and local sign types.
• +50 spacing and typeface minimum size of 0.75” will improve legibility.
• Minimum spacing between lines of text, and blank space surrounding logos, will improve visual clarity.
Figure 5 | Typeface Specifics and Sizing
CITY OF WESTERVILLE GREEN (PRIMARY)
CITY OF WESTERVILLE GOLD (LINE/ACCENT COLOR)
LIGHT GREY (SECONDARY)
6 | Selective Brand Colors
Figure
INFORMATION
Destination/Location
• Frutiger Condensed Bold (+50 spacing)
• Largest text size on sign (i.e. 2”)
The information portion of each sign should identify the trail user’s current location (such as the trail system, trailhead, or point of interest).
Routing/Secondary Location
• Frutiger Condensed Bold (+50 spacing)
• Second Largest Text on sign (i.e. 1.5”)
At decision points, secondary information should be displayed clearly, paired with the appropriate directional arrows and icons (see below).
Mileage & Organization
• Frutiger Condensed (+50 Spacing)
• Smallest Text on sign (i.e. 0.75”)
Signs should alert trail users to distances to secondary locations, park or district names, and emergency contact information.
Logos, Arrows & Icons
• Directional Arrows (2.5” x 2”)
• Trail Logos (size dependent on sign type)
• Recognition Logos (2” square)
• Symbols (1.75” square)
White symbols overlaid on the primary color will provide high-contrast visual information to supplement the text.
Regional signs may additionally use the stylized Ohio to Erie Trail logo.
Universal National Park Service icons should be used for consistency across the system.
Location Trail/Park Location or Amenity
5.0 Miles
Hours of Operation
Emergency Call:
Figure 7 | Typeface Sizing and Symbology
KIOSK SIGNS
FUNCTION OF KIOSK SIGNS
Kiosk signs are intended to draw attention to the trail network and allow people to learn about the adjacent trail and its context within the City of Westerville.
SIGN PLACEMENT
These signs should be placed in parks along local and regional trails. They should be placed in a highly visible part of the park, close to prominent circulation and pedestrian intersections, and before any decision points to adjacent trails.
Existing Signs
Figure 9 | Existing Regional Class Kiosk Sign
Figure 10 | Existing Local Class Kiosk Sign
DESIGN OF REGIONAL SIGNS
A one-sided panel should be fabricated with a sleeve and installed on a 3” round metal pole. It should contain the regional trail name, corresponding color, and a map of that trail within the City of Westerville.
• 8’ height pole; 1” cap on top
• 19.5” by 51” panel
Proposed Signs
DESIGN OF LOCAL SIGNS
A single-sided panel, with a solid color back, should be installed on 4” square metal poles. It should contain the trail name, Westerville branding, and a map of the trail with its surrounding city context.
• 6’ height pole
• 36” by 48” panel
Figure 11 | Proposed Regional Class Kiosk Sign
Figure 12 | Proposed Local Class Kiosk Sign
IDENTIFIER SIGNS
FUNCTION OF IDENTIFIER SIGNS
Identifier signs name the trail so users can be sure they are riding on or accessing their intended route. They do not provide directional information, but do provide confirmation to riders of their location.
SIGN PLACEMENT
Identifier signs should be located at confusing or tricky spots on trails, as well as where there are significant distances without other signage. Identifier signs may be used in tandem with directional signs to provide additional clarity at complicated intersections (refer to the sign typologies for additional information).
Existing Signs
Figure 13 | Existing Regional Class Identifier Sign
Figure 14 | Existing Local Class Identifier Sign
DESIGN OF REGIONAL SIGNS
These signs should be double-sided (refer to the sign typologies for additional information). The panels should be fabricated with a sleeve and installed on a 3” round metal pole.
• 8’ height pole; 1” cap on top
• 17” by 34” panel
Proposed Signs
DESIGN OF LOCAL SIGNS
The signs may be double-sided or single-sided depending on their usage (refer to the sign typologies for additional information). The panels and medallions are to be installed on a 2.5” square metal pole.
• 8’ height pole
• 8” diameter medallions
• 16” by 24” panels
Alum Creek Trail
Westerville Parks and Recreation
Westerville Parks and Recreation
County Line Road Trail
Westerville Sports Complex
Figure 15 | Proposed Regional Class Identifier Sign
Figure 16 | Proposed Local Class Identifier Sign
TRAIL DIRECTIONAL SIGNS
FUNCTION OF DIRECTIONAL SIGNS
Directional signs point riders to nearby amenities and destinations. They can also highlight major roads or indicate how to follow the trail through intersections. These signs should include directional arrows, distances, and relevant amenity symbols.
SIGN PLACEMENT
Directional signs should be located at decision points and intersections. They should be placed so riders can easily understand how to stay on the trail or access nearby amenities.
Existing Signs
DESIGN OF REGIONAL SIGNS
These signs should be double-sided (refer to the sign typologies for additional information). Their panels should be fabricated with a sleeve and installed on a 3” round metal pole. They should include COG and Westerville branding.
• 6’ height pole
• 17” by 38” panel
Proposed Signs
DESIGN OF LOCAL SIGNS
The signs should feature two single-sided panels, installed on a 2.5” square metal pole. They should include the trail name and City of Westerville branding.
• 6’ height pole
• 24” by 32” panel
Figure 19
TRAIL ACCESS SIGNS
FUNCTION OF TRAIL ACCESS SIGNS
Trail access signs are meant to direct users to the trail by communicating its access points. They draw attention to the trail and, ideally, attract more people to explore it.
SIGN PLACEMENT
Trail access signs are not located on the trails themselves, but rather in close proximity to them. They can be placed at community landmarks that are adjacent to trails or along paths that lead to the trail.
Existing Signs
Figure 21 | Existing Regional Class Trail Access Sign
Figure 22 | Existing Local Class Trail Access Sign
DESIGN OF REGIONAL SIGNS
The signs should be a single-sided panel, with a solid color back, installed on a 2.5” square metal pole.
• 6’ height pole
• 17” by 17” panel
Proposed Signs
DESIGN OF LOCAL SIGNS
The signs should be a single-sided panel with a solid color back, installed on 2.5” square metal pole.
• 6’ height pole
• 18” by 18” panel
Ohio to Erie Trail Trail Access
Alum Creek Trail Trail Access
Trail Access
Hoff Woods Trail
Figure 23 | Proposed Regional Class Trail Access Sign
Figure 24 | Proposed Local Class Trail Access Sign
INFORMATION SIGNS
FUNCTION OF INFORMATION SIGNS
Information signs introduce riders to the trail and provide a map of the entire trail length. The maps give users a sense of where the trail leads and what amenities it provides access to.
SIGN PLACEMENT
Information signs should primarily be located at the beginning and end of each trail. On regional trails where there are major gathering areas, such as parking lots, additional signs are recommended to provide information to users starting their experience from that location.
Existing Signs
Figure 25 | Existing Regional Class Information Sign
Figure 26 | Existing Local Class Information Sign
DESIGN OF REGIONAL SIGNS
These signs should be double-sided panels fabricated with a sleeve and installed on a 3” round metal pole.
• 6’ height pole; 1” cap on top
• 17” by 24” panel
Proposed Signs
DESIGN OF LOCAL SIGNS
The signs should be two single-sided panels and medallions installed on a 2.5” square metal pole.
• 8’ height pole
• 18” by 30” panels
• 8” diameter medallions
LOCATION MARKER SIGNS
FUNCTION OF MARKER SIGNS
Location marker signs provide users with information about their location on the trail. This can include road name signs, specific mile numbers, or designated trail location ID numbers. They allow riders to know how far they have ridden on the trail and can help them to coordinate assistance in an emergency.
Proposed Regional Signs
SIGN PLACEMENT
While these signs are not currently used in the COG region or in the City of Westerville, they can be placed at predetermined intervals along each trail. Road name signs can be mounted above each trail at underpasses, so riders can understand their location more easily.
Figure 29 | Proposed Regional Class Location Marker Sign
Figure 30 | Proposed Regional Class Pedestrian Underpass Road Name Sign
DESIGN OF REGIONAL SIGNS
Location marker signs should be double-sided panels fabricated with a sleeve and installed on 3” round metal pole.
• 6’ height pole; 1” cap on top
• 17” by 20” panel
Road name signs are single-sided panels and should be mounted on underpasses above trail.
• 8” by 48”; actual width may vary.
Proposed Local Signs
DESIGN OF LOCAL SIGNS
Location marker signs should be two singlesided panels and medallions, installed on a 2.5” pole.
• 6’ height pole; medallion on top
• 17” by 20” panel
Road name signs are single-sided panels and should be mounted on underpasses above trail.
• 8” by 48”; actual width may vary.
Figure 31 | Proposed Local Class Location Marker Sign
Figure
REGULATORY & PARK RULES SIGNS
FUNCTION OF SIGNS
Regulatory signs consist of either standardized road signs, for use at vehicular intersections, or citywide park rules with information including:
• City ordinances and rules pertinent to that location
• Relevant contact numbers for park or system
SIGN PLACEMENT
Regulatory signs can be placed at intersections and should be compliant with Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) standards. Park rules signs should be placed within City of Westerville parks and displayed in prominent and accessible locations.
Existing Signs
Figure 33 | Existing Regional Class Rules Sign
Figure 34 | Existing Local Class Rules Sign
DESIGN OF REGIONAL SIGNS
These signs should be single-sided panels with a solid color back, installed on a 2.5” square metal pole.
• 6’ height pole
• 17” by 21.5” panel
Proposed Signs
DESIGN OF LOCAL SIGNS
The signs should be single-sided panels and medallions, installed on a 2.5” square metal pole.
• 8’ height pole
• 18” by 30” panels
• 8” diameter medallions
• Regulatory sign dimensions depend on type of sign and content.
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Figure 35 | Proposed Regional Class Rules Sign
Figure 36 | Proposed Local Class Rules Sign and Regulatory Sign
TEMPORARY AND SPONSOR SIGNS
FUNCTION & PLACEMENT OF SIGNS
Temporary sign panels can be used for detours or rerouting trail alignments. If specific messaging is required for events or longer-term detours, sign panels can be custom ordered.
Sign panels should be fixed below existing identifier signs in locations being impacted by rerouted or closed trails.
Proposed Temporary Signs
DESIGN OF TEMPORARY SIGNS
Single-sided panels with a solid color back should be installed on a 2.5” square metal pole below an existing sign (‘Identifier Sign’ shown).
• 12” by 24” panel
• 4” and 6” height panels (alternative)
Figure 37 | Temporary Detour Sign (One Panel)
Figure 38 | Temporary Detour Sign (Two Panels)
FUNCTION & PLACEMENT OF SIGNS
Sponsor sign panels can be added or removed from signs as needed to recognize sponsors along specific trails or within park areas.
DESIGN OF SPONSOR SIGNS
Single-sided panels with a solid color back should be installed on a 2.5” square metal pole below an existing sign (‘Identifier Sign’ shown).
• 12” by 24” panel
Proposed Sponsor Signs
Figure 39 | Sponsor Sign (One Sponsor)
Figure 40 | Sponsor Sign (Two Sponsors)
INTERPRETIVE SIGNS
FUNCTION OF INTERPRETIVE SIGNS
An interpretive sign can highlight local culture, public art, nature, or any other feature the city wants to educate trail users about. An example of an interpretative sign can be found on the next page. These signs can be placed in parks, along trails, or anywhere the city would like to feature en element.
Proposed Interpretive Sign
DESIGN OF INTERPRETIVE SIGN
The front panel of the sign relays location information and a pattern (laser cut or printed) that reflects the character or identity of the location. The top panel of the sign provides additional information, cultural or historical context, and contact information as needed. The sign is built from a single bent piece of metal.
Figure 41 | Interpretive Sign (Front)
Figure 42 | Interpretive Sign (Side)
EXAMPLE OF INTERPRETIVE SIGN
The example below draws attention to Westerville’s interurban streetcars and railroads and the prominent role they played along the State Street Corridor.
Figure 43 | Interpretive Sign (Enlargement)
SIGN PLACEMENT
TYPOLOGIES FOR SIGN PLACEMENT
The following typologies provide examples of when each sign type should be implemented. These typologies and the recommended
Decision & Access Points
• Directional Signs
» Provide guidance for riders on the trail to understand how to continue on trail or exit to nearby amenities.
• Identifier Signs
» Placed perpendicular to trail access to show entering users which trail they are accessing.
General Trail Identification
• Identifier Signs
» Used if there are long stretches of trail without other signage to assure riders remain on the correct route.
» Can be placed in confusing locations to reinforce navigation of the trail.
locations shown in the following chapter serve as reference points. The actual sign locations should be field located based on the unique conditions of each site before installation
Trail Terminus
• Information Signs
» Located at the start and end of each trail so riders see where the trail goes and amenities it provides access to.
» If there is a prominent gathering space or major parking area along regional trails, additional signs can provide greater trail context.
Major Intersections
• Directional Signs
» Placed on each side of an intersection so that riders can quickly identify how to follow the trail.
» These point riders to destinations or assets adjacent to the intersection.
Directional
Major Intersection Where Trail Turns
• Directional Signs
» Located on each side of an intersection so that riders can quickly identify how to follow the trail.
» Directional signs can also point riders to nearby destinations or assets close to the intersection.
Minor Intersection
• Directional Sign
» One sign can be placed at minor intersections, if it can be clearly seen from both sides.
» These should be placed so that riders can quickly identify how to follow the trail.
» The directional sign can also point riders to nearby destinations or assets close to the intersection.
Trail Access
• Trail Access Signs
» Should be placed off-trail and direct users towards the trail.
» Located near adjacent park amenity areas to draw attention to the trail.
• Directional Signs
» Provide guidance to riders on the trail to continue on-trail or exit to nearby amenities.
• Identifier Signs (Optional)
» Placed perpendicular to trail access to show entering users which trail they are accessing.
“Y” Intersections
• Directional Signs
» At “Y” Intersections, where multiple paths converge, directional signs should be placed ahead of decision points for ease of navigation.
» If the distance between each arm of the “Y” is less than 50’, one sign may be placed in the center island rather than on both arms.
• Information Signs
» Used where a “Y” intersection includes a trail terminus or other access point.
TRAIL INVENTORY & PROPOSED SIGN RECOMMENDATIONS
SOURCE: CITY OF WESTERVILLE
ALUM CREEK
Figure 44 | Alum Creek Trail - Overview
Boundary TRAILS:
Alum Creek Trail
Big Walnut Trail
Ohio to Erie Trail
Collector, Connector, or Community Trails
Leisure Paths
Enlargement
0 1,000’ 2,000’ 1IN= 2,000FT N
ENLARGEMENT 1
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature Bench Bridge Decision Point Overlooks/ Viewing Points Parks Restrooms Existing Sign Trail Access Trashcan
PROPOSED SIGNS:
Figure 45 | Alum Creek Trail - Enlargement 1
46 |
DIRECTIONAL SIGNAGE
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature
Bench
Bridge
Decision Point
Overlooks/ Viewing Points
Parks
Restrooms
Existing Sign
Trail Access
Trashcan
PROPOSED SIGNS:
Trail Access
Directional Identifier
Information
Kiosk
Replacement
ENHANCED TRAILHEAD
0 100’ 200’ 1IN= 200FT N
Figure
Alum Creek Trail - Enlargement 2
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature Bench
Bridge Decision Point Overlooks/ Viewing Points
Parks
Restrooms
Existing Sign
Trail Access
Trashcan
PROPOSED SIGNS:
Trail Access
Directional Identifier
Information
Kiosk
Replacement
Figure 47 | Alum Creek Trail - Enlargement 3
ENLARGEMENT 4
DIRECTIONAL SIGNAGE
TRAIL IDENTIFIER SIGNAGE
DIRECTIONAL SIGNAGE
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature
Bench
Bridge
Decision Point
Overlooks/ Viewing Points
Parks
Restrooms
Existing Sign
Trail Access
Trashcan
PROPOSED SIGNS:
Trail Access
Directional Identifier
Information
Kiosk
Replacement
1IN= 200FT N
0 100’ 200’
Figure 48 | Alum Creek Trail - Enlargement 4
ENLARGEMENT 5
PREMIER TRAILHEAD
TRAIL ADOPTION SIGNAGE
TRAIL IDENTIFIER SIGNAGE
BASIC TRAILHEAD
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature Bench Bridge Decision Point Overlooks/ Viewing Points Parks Restrooms Existing Sign Trail Access Trashcan
PROPOSED SIGNS:
Trail Access
Directional Identifier Information Kiosk Replacement
DIRECTIONAL SIGNAGE
Figure 49 | Alum Creek Trail - Enlargement 5
ENLARGEMENT 6
TRAIL IDENTIFIER SIGNAGE
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature Bench Bridge Decision Point Overlooks/ Viewing Points Parks Restrooms Existing Sign Trail Access Trashcan
PROPOSED SIGNS: Trail Access Directional Identifier
Figure 50 | Alum Creek Trail - Enlargement 6
ENLARGEMENT 7
DIRECTIONAL SIGNAGE
TRAIL IDENTIFIER SIGNAGE
TRAIL ADOPTION SIGNAGE
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature
Bench
Bridge
Decision Point
Overlooks/ Viewing Points
Parks
Restrooms
Existing Sign
Trail Access
Trashcan
PROPOSED SIGNS:
Trail Access
Directional Identifier
Information
Kiosk
Replacement
0 100’ 200’ 1IN= 200FT N
Figure 51 | Alum Creek Trail - Enlargement 7
DIRECTIONAL SIGNAGE
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature Bench
Bridge Decision Point Overlooks/ Viewing Points
Parks
Restrooms
Existing Sign
Trail Access
Trashcan
PROPOSED SIGNS:
Trail Access
Directional Identifier
Information
Kiosk
Replacement
1IN= 200FT N
0 100’ 200’
Figure 52 | Alum Creek Trail - Enlargement 8
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature
Bench
Bridge
Decision Point
Overlooks/ Viewing Points
Parks
Restrooms
SAFETY SIGNAGE TRAIL INFO SIGNAGE
DIRECTIONAL SIGNAGE
Existing Sign
Trail Access
Trashcan
PROPOSED SIGNS:
Trail Access Directional Identifier
Information
Kiosk
Replacement
1IN= 200FT N
0 100’ 200’
Figure 53 | Alum Creek Trail - Enlargement 9
ENLARGEMENT
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature
Bench
Bridge Decision Point
Overlooks/ Viewing Points
Parks
Restrooms
Existing Sign
Trail Access
Trashcan
PROPOSED SIGNS:
Trail Access Directional Identifier Information
Kiosk
Replacement
TRAIL ADOPTION SIGNAGE
TRAIL INFO SIGNAGE
1IN= 200FT N
Figure 54 | Alum Creek Trail - Enlargement 10
ALUM CREEK PARK NORTH TRAIL
BASIC TRAILHEAD
BIKE ROUTE SIGNAGE
BIKE ROUTE SIGNAGE
DIRECTIONAL SIGNAGE
TRAIL IDENTIFIER SIGNAGE
GROUND MARKINGS
BIKE ROUTE SIGNAGE STOP SIGN
TRAIL IDENTIFIER SIGNAGE
SAFETY SIGNAGE
DIRECTIONAL SIGNAGE
SAFETY SIGNAGE
TRAIL ADOPTION SIGNAGE
Figure 55 | Alum Creek Park North Trail - Overview
TRAILS:
Alum Creek Trail
Big Walnut Trail
Ohio to Erie Trail
Collector, Connector, or Community Trails
Leisure Paths
Enlargement
Boundary
1IN= 200FT N
ALUM CREEK SOUTH PARK TRAIL
Figure 56 | Alum Creek South Park Trail - Overview
ENHANCED TRAILHEAD
TRAIL IDENTIFIER SIGNAGE
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature
Bench
Bridge Decision Point
Overlooks/ Viewing Points
Parks
Restrooms
Existing Sign
Trail Access
Trashcan
PROPOSED SIGNS:
Trail Access
Directional Identifier Information
Kiosk
Replacement
HANAWALT TRAIL
Figure 57 | Hanawalt Trail - Overview
TRAILS:
Alum Creek Trail
Big Walnut Trail
Ohio to Erie Trail
Collector, Connector, or Community Trails
Leisure Paths
Enlargement
Boundary
SAFETY SIGNAGE
BIKE LANE SIGNAGE
GROUND MARKINGS
BIKE LANE SIGNAGE
0 100’ 200’ 1IN= 200FT N
PREMIER TRAILHEAD
BIG WALNUT CREEK TRAIL
Figure 58 | Big Walnut Creek Trail - Overview
Boundary TRAILS:
Alum Creek Trail
Big Walnut Trail
Ohio to Erie Trail
Collector, Connector, or Community Trails
Leisure Paths
Enlargement
0 1,000’ 2,000’ 1IN= 2,000FT N
ENLARGEMENT 1
ENHANCED TRAILHEAD
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature
Bench
Bridge
Decision Point
Overlooks/ Viewing Points
Parks
Restrooms
Existing Sign
Trail Access
Trashcan
PROPOSED SIGNS:
Trail Access
Directional
Identifier
Information
Kiosk
Replacement
0 100’ 200’ 1IN= 200FT N
Figure 59 | Big Walnut Creek Trail - Enlargement 1
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature
Bench
Bridge
Decision Point
Overlooks/ Viewing Points
Parks
Restrooms
Existing Sign
Trail Access
Trashcan
PROPOSED SIGNS:
Trail Access
Directional
Identifier
Information
Kiosk
Replacement
0 100’ 200’ 1IN= 200FT N
Figure 60 | Big Walnut Creek Trail - Enlargement 2
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature
Bench
Bridge
Decision Point
Overlooks/ Viewing Points
Parks
Restrooms
Existing Sign
Trail Access
Trashcan
PROPOSED SIGNS:
Trail Access
Directional Identifier
Information
Kiosk
Replacement
0 100’ 200’ 1IN= 200FT N
Figure 61 | Big Walnut Creek Trail - Enlargement 3
ENLARGEMENT 4
TRAIL ADOPTION SIGNAGE
TRAIL SAFETY SIGNAGE
DIRECTIONAL SIGNAGE
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature
Bench
Bridge
Decision Point
Overlooks/ Viewing Points
Parks
Restrooms
Existing Sign
Trail Access
Trashcan
PROPOSED SIGNS:
Trail Access
Directional
Identifier
Information
Kiosk
Replacement
Figure 62 | Big Walnut Creek Trail - Enlargement 4
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature
Bench
Bridge Decision Point Overlooks/ Viewing Points
Parks
Restrooms
Existing Sign
Trail Access
Trashcan
PROPOSED SIGNS:
Trail Access
Directional Identifier
Information Kiosk
Replacement
Figure 63 | Big Walnut Creek Trail - Enlargement 5
ENLARGEMENT
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature
Bench
Bridge
Decision Point
Overlooks/ Viewing Points
Parks
Restrooms
Existing Sign
Trail Access
Trashcan
PROPOSED SIGNS:
Trail Access Directional Identifier
Information
Kiosk
Replacement
1IN= 200FT N
Figure 64 | Big Walnut Creek Trail - Enlargement 6
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature
Bench
Bridge Decision Point
Overlooks/ Viewing Points
Parks
Restrooms
Existing Sign
Trail Access
Trashcan
PROPOSED SIGNS:
Trail Access
Directional Identifier
Information
Kiosk
Replacement
Figure 65 | Big Walnut Creek Trail - Enlargement 7
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature
Bench
Bridge Decision Point
Overlooks/ Viewing Points
Parks
Restrooms
Existing Sign
Trail Access
Trashcan
PROPOSED SIGNS:
Trail Access Directional Identifier Information
Kiosk
Replacement
Figure 66 | Big Walnut Creek Trail - Enlargement 8
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature
Bench
Bridge Decision Point Overlooks/ Viewing Points
Parks
Restrooms
Existing Sign
Trail Access
Trashcan
PROPOSED SIGNS:
Trail Access
Directional Identifier
Information
Kiosk
Replacement
Figure 67 | Big Walnut Creek Trail - Enlargement 9
CHIPMUNK CHATTER CONNECTOR
Figure 68 | Chipmunk Chatter Connector Trail - Overview
TRAILS:
Alum Creek Trail
Big Walnut Trail
Ohio to Erie Trail
Collector, Connector, or Community Trails
Leisure Paths
Enlargement
Boundary
ENLARGEMENT 1
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature Bench Bridge
PROPOSED SIGNS: Trail Access
Decision Point Overlooks/ Viewing Points Parks Restrooms Existing Sign Trail Access Trashcan
PREMIER TRAILHEAD
Figure 69 | Chipmunk Chatter Connector Trail - Enlargement 1
ENLARGEMENT 2
TRAIL ADOPTION SIGNAGE
TRAIL IDENTIFIER SIGNAGE
TRAIL INFO SIGNAGE
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature Bench Bridge Decision Point Overlooks/ Viewing Points Parks Restrooms Existing Sign Trail Access Trashcan
PROPOSED SIGNS:
Figure 70 | Chipmunk Chatter Connector Trail - Enlargement 2
ENLARGEMENT 3
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature Bench
Bridge
PROPOSED SIGNS: Trail Access
Decision Point
Overlooks/ Viewing Points Parks Restrooms Existing Sign Trail Access Trashcan
Figure 71 | Chipmunk Chatter Connector Trail - Enlargement 3
ENLARGEMENT 4
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature Bench
Bridge
PROPOSED SIGNS: Trail Access
Decision Point Overlooks/ Viewing Points Parks Restrooms Existing Sign Trail Access Trashcan
Figure 72 | Chipmunk Chatter Connector Trail - Enlargement 4
CLEVELAND AVENUE TRAIL
Figure 73 | Cleveland Avenue Trail - Overview
TRAILS:
Alum Creek Trail
Big Walnut Trail
Ohio to Erie Trail
Collector, Connector, or Community Trails
Leisure Paths
Enlargement
Boundary
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature
Bench
Bridge Decision Point Overlooks/ Viewing Points
Parks
Restrooms
Existing Sign
Trail Access
Trashcan
PROPOSED SIGNS:
Trail Access
Directional Identifier
Information
Kiosk
Replacement
Figure 74 | Cleveland Avenue Trail - Enlargement 1
ENLARGEMENT 2
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature
Bench
Bridge
Decision Point Overlooks/ Viewing Points
Parks
Restrooms
Existing Sign
Trail Access
Trashcan
PROPOSED SIGNS:
Trail Access
Directional Identifier
Information
Kiosk
Replacement
Figure 75 | Cleveland Avenue Trail - Enlargement 2
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature
Bench
Bridge Decision Point Overlooks/ Viewing Points
Parks
Restrooms
Existing Sign
Trail Access
Trashcan
PROPOSED SIGNS:
Trail Access
Directional Identifier
Information
Kiosk
Replacement
0 100’ 200’ 1IN= 200FT N
PREMIER TRAILHEAD
Figure 76 | Cleveland Avenue Trail - Enlargement 3
SOURCE: CITY OF WESTERVILLE
COUNTY LINE
ROAD TRAIL
Figure 77 | County Line Road Trail - Overview
Alum Creek Trail
Big Walnut Trail
Ohio to Erie Trail
Collector, Connector, or Community Trails
Leisure Paths
Enlargement
Boundary
ENLARGEMENT 1
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS: Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature
PROPOSED SIGNS:
Figure 78 | County Line Road Trail - Enlargement 1
ENLARGEMENT 2
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature Bench Bridge
PROPOSED
Decision Point Overlooks/ Viewing Points Parks Restrooms Existing Sign Trail Access Trashcan
Figure 79 | County Line Road Trail - Enlargement 2
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical
PROPOSED SIGNS:
ENLARGEMENT 4
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature
PROPOSED SIGNS:
Figure 81 | County Line Road Trail - Enlargement 4
ENLARGEMENT 5
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature Bench Bridge Decision Point Overlooks/ Viewing Points Parks Restrooms Existing Sign Trail Access Trashcan
PROPOSED SIGNS: Trail
Figure 82 | County Line Road Trail - Enlargement 5
ENLARGEMENT 6
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical
PROPOSED SIGNS:
Figure 83 | County Line Road Trail - Enlargement 6
ENLARGEMENT 7
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature Bench Bridge Decision Point Overlooks/ Viewing Points Parks Restrooms Existing Sign Trail Access Trashcan
SIGNS:
ENLARGEMENT 8
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical
PROPOSED SIGNS:
Figure 85 | County Line Road Trail - Enlargement 8
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature Bench
Bridge Decision Point Overlooks/ Viewing Points
Parks
Restrooms
Existing Sign
Trail Access
Trashcan
PROPOSED SIGNS:
Trail Access
Directional Identifier
Information
Kiosk
Replacement
TRAIL IDENTIFIER
100’ 200’ 1IN= 200FT N
Figure 86 | County Line Road Trail - Enlargement 9
SOURCE: CITY OF WESTERVILLE
HOFF WOODS TRAIL
Figure 87 | Hoff Woods Trail - Overview
TRAILS:
Alum Creek Trail
Big Walnut Trail
Ohio to Erie Trail
Collector, Connector, or Community Trails
Leisure Paths
Enlargement
Boundary
ENLARGEMENT 1
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature Bench Bridge
PROPOSED SIGNS: Trail Access
Decision Point Overlooks/ Viewing Points Parks Restrooms Existing Sign Trail Access Trashcan
Figure 88 | Hoff Woods Trail - Enlargement 1
ENLARGEMENT 2
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature Bench
Bridge Decision Point Overlooks/ Viewing Points Parks Restrooms Existing Sign Trail Access Trashcan
PROPOSED SIGNS: Trail Access Directional
Figure 89 | Hoff Woods Trail - Enlargement 2
ENLARGEMENT 3
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature Bench Bridge Decision Point Overlooks/ Viewing Points Parks Restrooms Existing Sign Trail Access Trashcan
PROPOSED SIGNS: Trail Access
Figure 90 | Hoff Woods Trail - Enlargement 3
ENLARGEMENT 4
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature Bench Bridge Decision Point Overlooks/ Viewing Points Parks Restrooms Existing Sign Trail Access Trashcan
PROPOSED SIGNS: Trail Access Directional
Figure 91 | Hoff Woods Trail - Enlargement 4
ENLARGEMENT 5
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature Bench Bridge Decision Point Overlooks/ Viewing Points Parks Restrooms Existing Sign Trail Access Trashcan
PROPOSED SIGNS: Trail Access Directional Identifier
Figure 92 | Hoff Woods Trail - Enlargement 5
YIELD SIGN
ENLARGEMENT 6
EXISTING
SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature
PROPOSED SIGNS:
Figure 93 | Hoff Woods Trail - Enlargement 6
HUBER VILLAGE CONNECTOR TRAIL
Figure 94 | Huber Village Connector Trail - Overview
TRAILS:
Alum Creek Trail
Big Walnut Trail
Ohio to Erie Trail
Collector, Connector, or Community Trails
Leisure Paths
Enlargement
Boundary
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature
Bench
Bridge Decision Point Overlooks/ Viewing Points
Parks
Restrooms
Existing Sign
Trail Access
Trashcan
PROPOSED SIGNS:
Trail Access
Directional Identifier
Information
Kiosk
Replacement
YIELD SIGN
Figure 95 | Huber Village Connector Trail - Enlargement 1
ENLARGEMENT 2
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature
Bench
Bridge Decision Point Overlooks/ Viewing Points
Parks
Restrooms
Existing Sign
Trail Access
Trashcan
PROPOSED SIGNS:
Trail Access
Directional Identifier
Information
Kiosk
Replacement
YIELD SIGN
TRAIL RULES
Figure 96 | Huber Village Connector Trail - Enlargement 2
NORTH SPRING ROAD TRAIL
Figure 97 | North Spring Road Trail - Overview
TRAILS:
Alum Creek Trail
Big Walnut Trail
Ohio to Erie Trail
Collector, Connector, or Community Trails
Leisure Paths
Enlargement
Boundary
ENLARGEMENT
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature Bench
Bridge Decision Point Overlooks/ Viewing Points
Parks
Restrooms
Existing Sign
Trail Access
Trashcan
PROPOSED SIGNS:
Trail Access Directional Identifier Information Kiosk
Replacement
200FT N
PREMIER TRAILHEAD
Figure 98 | North Spring Road Trail - Enlargement 1
ENLARGEMENT 2
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature
Bench
Bridge
Decision Point
Overlooks/ Viewing Points
Parks
Restrooms
Existing Sign
Trail Access
Trashcan
PROPOSED SIGNS:
Trail Access Directional Identifier
Information
Kiosk
Replacement
1IN= 200FT N
0 100’ 200’
TRAIL RULES
Figure 99 | North Spring Road Trail - Enlargement 2
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature Bench
Bridge Decision Point Overlooks/ Viewing Points
Parks
Restrooms
Existing Sign
Trail Access
Trashcan
PROPOSED SIGNS:
Trail Access
Directional Identifier
Information Kiosk
Replacement
YIELD SIGN
Figure 100 | North Spring Road Trail - Enlargement 3
OHIO TO ERIE TRAIL
Figure 101 | Ohio to Erie Trail - Overview
TRAILS:
Alum Creek Trail
Big Walnut Trail
Ohio to Erie Trail
Collector, Connector, or Community Trails
Leisure Paths
Enlargement
Boundary
1,000’ 2,000’ 1IN= 2,000FT
ENLARGEMENT 1
BIKE ROUTE SIGNAGE
DIRECTIONAL SIGNAGE
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature
PROPOSED SIGNS:
Viewing
BIKE ROUTE SIGNAGE
Figure 102 | Ohio to Erie Trail - Enlargement 1
ENLARGEMENT
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature
Bench
Bridge
Decision Point
Overlooks/ Viewing Points
Parks
Restrooms
Existing Sign
Trail Access
Trashcan
PROPOSED SIGNS:
Trail Access
Directional Identifier
Information
Kiosk
Replacement
2 0 100’ 200’ 1IN= 200FT N
Figure 103 | Ohio to Erie Trail - Enlargement 2
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature
Bench
Bridge Decision Point Overlooks/ Viewing Points
Parks
Restrooms
Existing Sign
Trail Access
Trashcan
PROPOSED SIGNS:
Trail Access
Directional Identifier Information Kiosk
Replacement
Figure 104 | Ohio to Erie Trail - Enlargement 3
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature
Bench
Bridge Decision Point Overlooks/ Viewing Points
Parks
Restrooms
Existing Sign
Trail Access
Trashcan
PROPOSED SIGNS:
Trail Access
Directional Identifier
Information
Kiosk
Replacement
Figure 105 | Ohio to Erie Trail - Enlargement 4
ENLARGEMENT 5
DIRECTIONAL SIGNAGE
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature
Bench
Bridge
IDENTIFIER TRAIL IDENTIFIER BIKE ROUTE SIGNAGE
SIGN
BIKE ROUTE SIGNAGE
Decision Point Overlooks/ Viewing Points
Parks
Restrooms Existing Sign
Trail Access
Trashcan
PROPOSED SIGNS:
Trail Access
Directional
Identifier
Information
Kiosk
Replacement
Figure 106 | Ohio to Erie Trail - Enlargement 5
ENLARGEMENT 6
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature
Bench
Bridge
Decision Point
Overlooks/ Viewing Points
Parks
Restrooms
Existing Sign
Trail Access
Trashcan
PROPOSED SIGNS:
Trail Access
Directional Identifier Information
Kiosk
Replacement
Figure 107 | Ohio to Erie Trail - Enlargement 6
ENLARGEMENT 7
DIRECTIONAL SIGNAGE
TRAIL IDENTIFIER
TRAIL IDENTIFIER
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature
Bench
Bridge
Decision Point
Overlooks/ Viewing Points
Parks
Restrooms
Existing Sign
Trail Access
Trashcan
PROPOSED SIGNS:
Trail Access
Directional Identifier
Information
Kiosk
Replacement
TRAIL ADOPTION SIGNAGE
0 100’ 200’ 1IN= 200FT N
Figure 108 | Ohio to Erie Trail - Enlargement 7
ENLARGEMENT 8
BIKE ROUTE SIGNAGE
TRAIL ADOPTION SIGNAGE
DIRECTIONAL SIGNAGE
DIRECTIONAL SIGNAGE
TRAIL IDENTIFIER
BIKE ROUTE SIGNAGE
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature Bench Bridge Decision Point Overlooks/ Viewing Points Parks Restrooms Existing Sign Trail Access Trashcan
PROPOSED SIGNS:
Trail Access Directional Identifier Information Kiosk Replacement
Figure 109 | Ohio to Erie Trail - Enlargement 8
1IN= 200FT N
ENLARGEMENT 9
BIKE ROUTE SIGNAGE
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature Bench Bridge
PROPOSED SIGNS:
Decision Point Overlooks/ Viewing Points Parks Restrooms Existing Sign Trail Access Trashcan
Figure 110 | Ohio to Erie Trail - Enlargement 9
ENLARGEMENT 10
BIKE ROUTE SIGNAGE
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature Bench Bridge Decision Point Overlooks/ Viewing Points Parks Restrooms Existing Sign Trail Access Trashcan
PROPOSED SIGNS:
Figure 111 | Ohio to Erie Trail - Enlargement 10
POLARIS TRAIL
Figure 112 | Polaris Trail - Overview
TRAILS:
Alum Creek Trail
Big Walnut Trail
Ohio to Erie Trail
Collector, Connector, or Community Trails
Leisure Paths
Enlargement
Boundary
1IN=1,000FT N
0 500’ 1,000’
ENLARGEMENT 1
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature Bench Bridge
PROPOSED SIGNS: Trail Access
Decision Point Overlooks/ Viewing Points Parks Restrooms Existing Sign Trail Access Trashcan
Figure 113 | Polaris Trail - Enlargement 1
ENLARGEMENT 2
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature Bench
Bridge Decision Point Overlooks/ Viewing Points Parks Restrooms Existing Sign Trail Access Trashcan
PROPOSED SIGNS: Trail Access Directional
Figure 114 | Polaris Trail - Enlargement 2
ENLARGEMENT 3
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature Bench Bridge
PROPOSED SIGNS: Trail Access
Decision Point Overlooks/ Viewing Points Parks Restrooms Existing Sign Trail Access Trashcan
Figure 115 | Polaris Trail - Enlargement 3
ENLARGEMENT 4
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature Bench
Bridge Decision Point Overlooks/ Viewing Points Parks Restrooms Existing Sign Trail Access Trashcan
PROPOSED SIGNS: Trail Access Directional
Figure 116 | Polaris Trail - Enlargement 4
ENLARGEMENT 5
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature Bench Bridge
PROPOSED SIGNS: Trail Access Directional
Decision Point Overlooks/ Viewing Points Parks Restrooms Existing Sign Trail Access Trashcan
TRAIL ADOPTION SIGNAGE
Figure 117 | Polaris Trail - Enlargement 5
ENLARGEMENT 6
TRAIL ADOPTION SIGNAGE
DIRECTIONAL SIGNAGE
TRAIL IDENTIFIER
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
PROPOSED SIGNS:
Trail Access
BIKE ROUTE SIGNAGE TRAIL IDENTIFIER
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature Bench Bridge Decision Point Overlooks/ Viewing Points Parks Restrooms Existing Sign Trail Access Trashcan
Directional Identifier Information Kiosk Replacement
Figure 118 | Polaris Trail - Enlargement 6
0 100’ 200’ 1IN= 200FT N
ENLARGEMENT 7
SAFETY SIGNAGE
SAFETY SIGNAGE
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature
PROPOSED SIGNS:
Figure 119 | Polaris Trail - Enlargement 7
ENLARGEMENT 8
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature Bench
Bridge Decision Point Overlooks/ Viewing Points Parks Restrooms Existing Sign Trail Access Trashcan
PROPOSED SIGNS: Trail Access Directional
Figure 120 | Polaris Trail - Enlargement 8
ENLARGEMENT 9
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature
PROPOSED SIGNS:
Figure 121 | Polaris Trail - Enlargement 9
ENLARGEMENT 10
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature Bench Bridge Decision Point Overlooks/ Viewing Points Parks Restrooms Existing Sign Trail Access Trashcan
PROPOSED SIGNS: Trail Access Directional Identifier
Figure 122 | Polaris Trail - Enlargement 10
SOUTH HEMPSTEAD ROAD TRAIL
Figure 123 | South Hempstead Road Trail - Overview
TRAILS:
Alum Creek Trail
Big Walnut Trail
Ohio to Erie Trail
Collector, Connector, or Community Trails
Leisure Paths
Enlargement
Boundary
1IN=1,000FT N
0 500’ 1,000’
ENLARGEMENT 1
SAFETY SIGNAGE
TRAIL RULES SIGNAGE
TRAIL ADOPTION SIGNAGE
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature
Bench
Bridge
Decision Point
Overlooks/ Viewing Points
Parks
Restrooms
Existing Sign
Trail Access
Trashcan
PROPOSED SIGNS:
Trail Access
Directional Identifier
Information
Kiosk
Replacement
0 100’ 200’ 1IN= 200FT N
Figure 124 | South Hempstead Road Trail - Enlargement 1
ENLARGEMENT 2
SAFETY SIGNAGE
SAFETY SIGNAGE
ENHANCED TRAILHEAD
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature
Bench
Bridge
Decision Point
Overlooks/ Viewing Points
Parks
Restrooms
Existing Sign
Trail Access
Trashcan
PROPOSED SIGNS:
Trail Access
Directional Identifier
Information
Kiosk
Replacement
1IN= 200FT N
0 100’ 200’
Figure 125 | South Hempstead Road Trail - Enlargement 2
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature
Bench
Bridge Decision Point Overlooks/ Viewing Points
Parks
Restrooms
Existing Sign
Trail Access
Trashcan
PROPOSED SIGNS:
Trail Access
Directional Identifier
Information Kiosk
Replacement
Figure 126 | South Hempstead Road Trail - Enlargement 3
ENLARGEMENT 4
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature
Bench
Bridge
Decision Point
Overlooks/ Viewing Points
Parks
Restrooms
Existing Sign
Trail Access
Trashcan
PROPOSED SIGNS:
Trail Access
Directional Identifier
Information
Kiosk
Replacement
0 100’ 200’ 1IN= 200FT N
Figure 127 | South Hempstead Road Trail - Enlargement 4
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature
Bench
Bridge Decision Point Overlooks/ Viewing Points
Parks
Restrooms
Existing Sign
Trail Access
Trashcan
PROPOSED SIGNS:
Trail Access
Directional Identifier
Information
Kiosk
Replacement
Figure 128 | South Hempstead Road Trail - Enlargement 5
SOURCE:
Figure 129 | Towers Trail - Overview
Boundary TRAILS:
Alum Creek Trail
Big Walnut Trail
Ohio to Erie Trail
Collector, Connector, or Community Trails
Leisure Paths
Enlargement
ENLARGEMENT 1
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature Bench
Bridge
Decision Point
Overlooks/ Viewing Points
Parks
Restrooms
Existing Sign
Trail Access
Trashcan
PROPOSED SIGNS:
Trail Access Directional Identifier Information
Kiosk
Replacement
Figure 130 | Towers Trail - Enlargement 1
ENLARGEMENT 2
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature
Bench
Bridge
Decision Point
Overlooks/ Viewing Points
Parks
Restrooms
Existing Sign
Trail Access
Trashcan
PROPOSED SIGNS:
Trail Access
Directional Identifier Information
Kiosk
Replacement
1IN= 200FT N
BASIC TRAILHEAD
PREMIER TRAILHEAD
Figure 131 | Towers Trail - Enlargement 2
ENLARGEMENT 3
TRAIL ADOPTION SIGNAGE
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature Bench Bridge Decision Point Overlooks/ Viewing Points Parks Restrooms Existing Sign Trail Access Trashcan
PROPOSED SIGNS:
Figure 132 | Towers Trail - Enlargement 3
ENLARGEMENT
SAFETY SIGNAGE
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature
Bench
Bridge Decision Point
Overlooks/ Viewing Points
Parks
Restrooms
Existing Sign
Trail Access
Trashcan
PROPOSED SIGNS:
Trail Access
Directional Identifier Information
Kiosk
Replacement
SAFETY SIGNAGE
1IN= 200FT N
Figure 133 | Towers Trail - Enlargement 4
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature Bench
Bridge Decision Point Overlooks/ Viewing Points
Parks
Restrooms
Existing Sign
Trail Access
Trashcan
PROPOSED SIGNS:
Trail Access
Directional Identifier
Information Kiosk
Replacement
Figure 134 | Towers Trail - Enlargement 5
ENLARGEMENT 6
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature Bench Bridge
PROPOSED SIGNS: Trail Access Directional
Decision Point Overlooks/ Viewing Points Parks Restrooms
Existing Sign Trail Access Trashcan
Figure 135 | Towers Trail - Enlargement 6
PREMIER TRAILHEAD
ENLARGEMENT 7
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature
PROPOSED SIGNS:
Figure 136 | Towers Trail - Enlargement 7
ENLARGEMENT 8
TRAIL RULES SIGNAGE
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature Bench Bridge
PROPOSED SIGNS: Trail Access Directional
Decision Point Overlooks/ Viewing Points Parks Restrooms Existing Sign Trail Access Trashcan
Figure 137 | Towers Trail - Enlargement 8
ENLARGEMENT 9
TRAIL RULES SIGNAGE
TRAIL RULES SIGNAGE
TRAIL IDENTIFIER
TRAIL RULES SIGNAGE
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature Bench
Bridge Decision Point Overlooks/ Viewing Points Parks Restrooms Existing Sign Trail Access Trashcan
PROPOSED SIGNS:
Figure 138 | Towers Trail - Enlargement 9
ENLARGEMENT 10
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature
PROPOSED SIGNS:
Figure 139 | Towers Trail - Enlargement 10
VESPER ROAD TRAIL
Figure 140 | Vesper Road Trail - Overview
TRAILS:
Alum Creek Trail
Big Walnut Trail
Ohio to Erie Trail
Collector, Connector, or Community Trails
Leisure Paths
Enlargement
Boundary
ENLARGEMENT 1
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature Bench Bridge
PROPOSED SIGNS: Trail Access
Decision Point Overlooks/ Viewing Points Parks Restrooms Existing Sign Trail Access Trashcan
Figure 141 | Vesper Road Trail - Enlargement 1
ENLARGEMENT 2
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature Bench Bridge Decision Point Overlooks/ Viewing Points Parks Restrooms Existing Sign Trail Access Trashcan
PROPOSED SIGNS: Trail Access Directional
Figure 142 | Vesper Road Trail - Enlargement 2
ENLARGEMENT 3
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature Bench Bridge
PROPOSED SIGNS: Trail Access
Decision Point Overlooks/ Viewing Points Parks Restrooms Existing Sign Trail Access Trashcan
Figure 143 | Vesper Road Trail - Enlargement 3
SOURCE: CITY OF WESTERVILLE
WALNUT RIDGE TRAIL
PREMIER TRAILHEAD
Figure 144 | Walnut Ridge Trail - Overview
TRAILS:
Alum Creek Trail
Big Walnut Trail
Ohio to Erie Trail
Collector, Connector, or Community Trails
Leisure Paths
Enlargement
Boundary
HIGHLANDS PARK / WALNUT STREET TRAIL
Figure 145 | Highlands Park / Walnut Street Trail - Overview
TRAILS:
Alum Creek Trail
Big Walnut Trail
Ohio to Erie Trail
Collector, Connector, or Community Trails
Leisure Paths
Enlargement
Boundary
ENLARGEMENT 1
TRAIL ADOPTION SIGNAGE
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature Bench
Bridge Decision Point Overlooks/ Viewing Points
Parks
Restrooms
Existing Sign
Trail Access
Trashcan
PROPOSED SIGNS:
Trail Access Directional Identifier Information Kiosk
Replacement
PREMIER TRAILHEAD
Figure 146 | Highlands Park / Walnut Street Trail - Enlargement 1
ENLARGEMENT 2
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature Bench Bridge
PROPOSED SIGNS: Trail Access Directional
Decision Point Overlooks/ Viewing Points Parks Restrooms Existing Sign Trail Access Trashcan
Figure 147 | Highlands Park / Walnut Street Trail - Enlargement 2
ENLARGEMENT 3
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature Bench Bridge
PROPOSED SIGNS:
Decision Point Overlooks/ Viewing Points Parks Restrooms Existing Sign Trail Access Trashcan
Figure 148 | Highlands Park / Walnut Street Trail - Enlargement 3
ENLARGEMENT 4
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature
PROPOSED SIGNS:
Figure 149 | Highlands Park / Walnut Street Trail - Enlargement 4
WORTHINGTON ROAD TRAIL
Figure 150 | Worthington Road Trail - Overview
TRAILS:
Alum Creek Trail
Big Walnut Trail
Ohio to Erie Trail
Collector, Connector, or Community Trails
Leisure Paths
Enlargement
Boundary
ENLARGEMENT 1
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature Bench
Bridge
PROPOSED SIGNS:
Decision Point Overlooks/ Viewing Points Parks Restrooms Existing Sign Trail Access Trashcan
Figure 151 | Worthington Road Trail - Enlargement 1
ENLARGEMENT 2
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature Bench Bridge
PROPOSED SIGNS:
Decision Point
Overlooks/ Viewing Points Parks
Restrooms Existing Sign Trail Access Trashcan
Figure 152 | Worthington Road Trail - Enlargement 2
ENLARGEMENT 3
EXISTING SITE ELEMENTS:
Art/Cultural/ Historical Feature Bench Bridge
PROPOSED SIGNS:
Decision Point Overlooks/ Viewing Points Parks Restrooms Existing Sign Trail Access Trashcan
Figure 153 | Worthington Road Trail - Enlargement 3
PLACEMAKING RECOMMENDATIONS
SOURCE: URBAN DECISION GROUP
SITE AMENITIES
ADDITIONAL SITE ELEMENTS
Site amenities make a space more inviting and comfortable. Some potential amenities include:
• Landscape Plantings
• Specialty Paving
• Signage
• Individual and Social Seating
• Restrooms
• Water Stations
• Bike Racks and Fix-it Stations
SOURCE: SITE PIECES (MONOLINE)
SOURCE:
SOURCE: VESTRE (CODE SQUARE MODULE)
SOURCE: ELKAY (OUTDOOR EZH20)
SPECIALTY AMENITIES
SPECIALTY SITE ELEMENTS
Specialty site elements enhance the unique characteristics of a site. They are engaging and draw attention to a place. These elements can include:
• Shade Structures
• Standalone Public Art
• Custom Lighting
• Interpretative Signage
SOURCE: POLIGON (DESIGN 72321)
SOURCE: COLLABORATION BY RE:SITE & METALAB (WHORL)
SOURCE: JACK HOBHOUSE (THE MEADOW)
SOURCE: RANDY SELZER (MISSISSAUGA TREE QUILTS)
DEMONSTRATION SITE
ELECTRIC MINI PARK
This design reimagines the Electric Avenue Mini Park to be a welcoming destination along the Ohio to Erie Trail. Additionally, the design contributes to wayfinding through the incorporation of public art, signage, specialty paving, and unique seating elements. Listed below are the site analysis and program of requirements that informed the design.
Site Analysis
Analysis of existing conditions:
• Existing plantings:
» Edge plantings worn out
» Evergreen screening plants overgrown
• Property:
» Utilities located within landscape bed
» Existing easement and adjacent private property
• Viewsheds:
» Direct views of Ohio to Erie Trail
» Pedestrian travel along sidewalks
» Crossing at Electric Avenue
» Poor visual cues or signage indicating continued trail to south
• Existing amenities:
» Benches
Program of Requirements:
Preferred programming and amenities for the future park:
• Access to streets & roadways:
» Emphasize crossing at Electric Avenue
• Informational signage:
» Interpretive and directional signs
• Bike Infrastructure:
» Bike parking, water filling, repair station
• Seating:
» Buffer area next to road
» Sun and wind protection with shade and plantings
• Wayfinding:
» Public Art
» Visual gateway feature connecting to southern trail access
Figure 154 | Analysis Of Conditions
Figure 155 | Program of Requirements
PROPOSED SITE PLAN CONCEPT
156 | Proposed Site Plan Concept
PUBLIC ART GATEWAY
ELECTRIC AVE MINI PARK
HIGHLY VISIBLE TRAIL CONNECTION
CREATIVE CROSSWALK
ENHANCED TRAIL ROUTE
CREATIVE CROSSWALK
ENHANCED TRAIL ROUTE
HIGHLY VISIBLE TRAIL CONNECTION
PUBLIC ART GATEWAY SOUTHERN TRAIL CONNECTION
Figure
ELECTRIC MINI PARK CONCEPT PLAN
Figure 157 | Electric Mini Park Site Plan - Design Concept
MOVABLE TABLES AND CHAIRS
BENCH SEATING
PLANTING AREA
EXISTING UTILITIES
10FT
PEDESTRIAN ACCESS
BIKE RACKS
OHIO TO ERIE TRAIL
Figure 158 | Southern Trail Connection - Design Concept
BENCH SEATING
5’ 10’ 1IN= 10FT
CONCEPTUAL RENDERING 1
Figure 159 | Demonstration Site - Conceptual Rendering 1
CONCEPTUAL RENDERING 2
Figure 162 | Demonstration Site - Conceptual Rendering 2
CONCEPTUAL RENDERING 3
Figure 163 | Demonstration Site - Conceptual Rendering 3
CONCEPTUAL RENDERING 4
Figure 164 | Demonstration Site - Conceptual Rendering 4
NATIVE PLANT PALETTE
DECIDUOUS SHRUBS
Clethra alnifolia ‘Hummingbird’ Hummingbird Summersweet
Cornus sericea ‘Bergeson Compact’ Dwarf Redosier Dogwood
Hamamelis virginiana American Witch-hazel
Myrica pensylvanica Bayberry
Rhus aromatica ‘Gro-Low’ Gro-low Fragrant Sumac
Grasses
Bouteloua curtipendula Side Oats Grama
Carex appalachica Appalachian Sedge
Sporobolus heterolepis ‘Tara’ Prairie Dropseed
Herbaceous perennials
Asclepias tuberosa Butterfly Weed
Symphyotrichum oolentangiense Sky Blue Aster
Symphyotrichum oblongifolium
Coreopsis tinctoria
Aster
Coreopsis
Dalea purpurea Purple Prairie Clover
Echinacea purpurea Purple Coneflower
Gaillardia aristata Blanket Flower
Gaillardia pulchella Indian Blanket
Penstemon mesa Prairie Penstemon
Rudbeckia subtomentosa Sweet Coneflower
Verbena hastata Blue Vervain
3–6’ 24” X X X
PROJECT IMPLEMENTATION
SIGN SCHEDULE
1 This table provides total quantities for sign types across the city trail system, including those on regional and local
2 This opinion of probable cost provided by Designing Local (DL) is made on the basis of information and research no control over the cost of labor, materials, equipment or services furnished by others, or over the contractor(s) proposals, bids or actual project or construction cost will not vary from this opinion of probable cost.
APPENDIX
SOURCE: URBAN DECISION GROUP
