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Restoration of the Troy Spring

2010

Friends of the Troy Spring

64 Spring Ave., Troy New York

10/15/2010

Project Plan



R ESTORATION OF THE T ROY SPRING of 7 October 2010

BACKGROUND :

The Troy Spring located at 64 Spring Avenue in Troy, New York has provided a wonderfulsource of potable water for the residents of the City and surrounding communities dating back tothe late 1700’s. Today, it is estimated approximately 100,000 visits are made annually by userswho have come to enjoy the refreshing properties of its water coupled with lively discoursefound among its beneficiaries.

The last major improvement to the spring was begun in 1958 through the generosity of theChildren of the late Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Chuckrow and the efforts of family friend and localmason, Dominick Capano. The project was completed in 1967.

PROBLEM STATEMENT:

Located on the eastern side of Spring Avenue about 1000ft. north of the intersection with WalkerDrive (Little League), the Spring is situated on approximately a ½ acre parcel ( including a100’x 50’ parking lot) owned by the City of Troy. Year -round public access, landscaping, &refuse pick-up is provided by the City of Troy as illustrated in Figures 1 and 2. It is noted that

the City of Troy makes no gurantee nor takes any responsibility for the quality of the water.

Figure 1 Figure 2

A three-sided, pre-cast, masonry retaining wall approximately (15ft x 12ft x 12ft) in length and2.5ft in height is located at the base of the east slope of the Spring Avenue ravine. The ravine iscut into shale and covered with clay hardpan. Six – 1 inch steel pipes protrude out approximately6 inches through the masonry wall providing access to the water behind the retaining wall. Theflow rate taken during February 2009 approximates .5 GPM.

The following is a list of issues considered during preliminary design:

1. The deteriorating condition of the retaining wall... cracking & crumbling as illustratedin Figure 3.




Figure 3

2. The additional stress being put on pipes by users who are placing the neck of 5 galloncontainers directly on the pipe in order to fill the container. The current layout isdesigned to handle containers ≤ 18 inches in height. Design alternatives considered

making adjustments to the height of the pipe from the ground to handle containers upto 24 inches or changing the pipe configuration to prevent containers from beingbraced on the pipe during the fill-up.

3. Alternatives to improve water flow rates. The flow rate may be currently inhibited byinfiltration of fine sand, and clay behind the wall.

4. Alternatives to improve access for the elderly and handicapped. This includedimprovements in the walkway (slope & surface), installation of handrails, and thedesignation of a handicapped parking area.

5.

Alternatives to mitigate potential sources of contamination identified in the SanitationSurvey Report (see http://www.troyspring.org/html/project_news.html ).

6. Alternatives to improve drainage & landscape; damage to the vegetation by vehiclesbacking down to the spring along with tree root damage in the parking lot asillustrated in Figure 4.

Figure 4

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PROJECT G OAL :

The goal is to replace the existing retaining wall and extend the useful life of the spring foranother 50 years; improve access for the elderly and the handicapped; mitigate potential safetyissues. The design is sensitive to the local environment. The planned improvements will protectand enhance this special resource ensuring a lasting legacy for the community.

PROJECT APPROACH :

The project is organized into three phases: Planning, Design, and Operations. Figure 5 provides atimeline for the project.

Key to the project is the recruitment of qualified volunteers to provide the necessary engineeringand fund raising expertise to accomplish the goals of the project. Jim Besha, Albany EngineeringCorporation and Troy Geologist Bill Skeritt provided advice and assistance with developing theInitial Project Proposal and conducting the Sanitation Survey. Dave Austin, a local web sitedeveloper, launched the web page and maintains the site. This has provided a platform forkeeping the community informed on project progress along with the ability to solicit public

comments.

Troy architect, Chico Christopher, TAP, Inc. developed the Design Plans for the foundation walland the water collection system in consultation with Ben Marra, Marra Engineering PLLC, andRPI hydrologist Chip Kilduff. The Preliminary Plan Sheet is included below under PreliminaryDesign. Located on the cover of this proposal is a rendering of the proposed restoration drawnby local artist, Dahl Taylor. A copy of the proposal will be reviewed with city officials and alsobe made available for public comment. Any required modifications to the design will beincorporated in the Final Plan Sheet(s) and submitted with the Building Permit Applicationduring the 1 st quarter of 2011.

Public outreach to date has been accomplished through a combination of the Internet along withattendance at various community events and meetings. A sign was erected at the spring to informusers of the restoration effort and provide the web address ( www.troyspring.org ). DuringDecember 2009, a community account was opened with the Pioneer Bank in Troy for personaldonations. Mr. Ben Chuckrow, Great Grandson of Joseph Chuckrow, is a project advisorproviding counsel and assistance with fundraising efforts. It is anticipated that funds andconstruction materials will be raised as part of an awareness campaign that will include acombination of the internet, newspaper, phone, and person to person outreach. The potential for apublic grant is also being explored.

A contractor will be selected in consultation with the project design team and advisors, Troy City

Officials and community leaders. Construction is expected to be started during the summer of 2011 and completed by September 2011.

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Figure 5 - Timeline: September 2010

PRELIMINARY DESIGN

Two design alternatives were considered for the retaining wall: (1) an above grade masonryblock wall, and (2) a below grade poured concrete masonry wall. Based on the soil and slopeconditions, alternative 2 was selected and is detailed below in Plan Sheet A1 (Figure 6). Thisdesign improves the stability of the structure, provides a solid foundation for installing the walk grates, and will increase the useful life of the restoration.

Preliminary tests which included digging above the spring and along the side of the retaining

wall did not provide conclusive evidence as to the point of origination and flow pattern. Moreaggressive water and soil tests were discounted due to the potential to disrupt the currentoperation of the spring. A number of accounts given by users have suggested that the water iscollected to the rear of the retaining wall and brought forward into a distribution box located onthe backside of the wall and then dispensed through the six pipes. An attempt to locate originaldesign plans with the City Planning and Water Departments along with the family of Mr. Capanoproved unsuccessful.

Our approach is to leave the current water collection system in place and only replace theretaining wall. However uncertainty over the condition of the existing collection system; theimpact of site excavation and removal of the existing retaining wall have required the need to

prepare for a possible replacement of the water collection system. Accordingly, Plan Sheet A1listed below in Figure 6 also provides the details for replacing the water containment system. Itshould be noted that Plan Sheet A1 is preliminary and may need to be modified to meet actualfield conditions.

Project Work Plan

Restoration of the Troy Spring

2009 2010 2011No. Task 1 st Q TR 2 nd Q TR 3 rd Q TR 4 th Q TR 1 st Q TR 2 nd Q TR 3 rd Q TR 4 th Q TR 1 st Q TR 2 nd Q TR 3 rd Q TR 4 th Q TR

1.0 Planning1.1 Pr oje ct Pr opo sa l1.2 Develop In ternet Site1.3 Soil Report 1.4 Sanitation Survey Report 1.5 Establish Volunteer/Funding Goals

2.0 Design2.1 Preliminary Plan Sheets2.2 F ina l Pla n She ets2.3 City Building Permit Approval

3.0 Operations3.1 Establish Financial & Reporting Controls3.2 Community Outreach3.3 Recruit Volunteers3.4 Conduct Fundra ising3.5 Award Construction Contract 3.6 Construction3.7 Rib bo n Cutting



R ESTORATION OF THE T ROY SPRING of 7 October 2010 Figure 6 - Plan Sheet A1




BUDGET

The following cost estimate, as detailed in Figure 7 below, was prepared to assist with thedevelopment of a budget and provide a basis for fund-raising.

Figure 7 - Project Cost Estimate

Restoration of the Troy SpringCost EstimateOctober 2010

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Item Labor Material Total

1 Construction of the foundation wall w/concrete footing and drainage features 9 3 12

2 Excavation of site including water mitigation, site safety measures, backfill 5 2 7

3 Installation of stone veneer, end caps, and memorial plaques 5 2 7

4 Installation of sidewalks and curbing 2 2 4

5 Landscaping 1 121 10 31

Bill of Materials

QTY Item

5 cy footing concrete4 cy wall concrete4 cy side walk concrete ( colored) w/ sealer24 4 ft. #4 bars w/ 90 degree bends13 20 ft. # 4 bars175 Sq ft wall stone (bluestone)42 ft cap stones 16 in wide

10 bags motar5 cy sand

lanscape shrubs/plants2 4 ft. by 8 ft. green floor grate

Equipment, forms, stamps, tools to be supplied by the contractor.

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